Land Acquisition Analyst

Join to apply for the Land Acquisition Analyst role at Intersect .Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options. Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our Hub locations – SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON. We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.About This RoleAs part of Intersect's Land Acquisition team, you'll help secure the sites that make our renewable energy projects possible. You'll support land campaigns across solar, storage, OGM, transmission, and data centers, contributing to every stage of the process—from early strategy and due diligence to negotiation, site control, and financial close. Your work will span GIS administration, contract oversight, budget tracking, and direct engagement with landowners and community groups. You'll collaborate daily with Development and subject matter experts across the company, ensuring land acquisition efforts stay on schedule and aligned with project goals.Team OverviewThe Land Acquisition team is responsible for site selection and control across Intersect's diverse project pipeline, with a primary focus in the CAISO market. Our scope covers the full cycle of development, from early-stage strategy through to start of construction. We work closely with Development, Permitting, Engineering, Finance, Legal, and Community Engagement to ensure that projects are positioned for long-term success. Joining this team means helping deliver the real estate foundation for gigawatt-scale renewable energy projects while developing skills across negotiation, strategy, and stakeholder engagement.What You'll DoSupport Site ControlContribute to the land acquisition process from site due diligence through closing site control agreements in support of financing and constructionHelp resolve title and survey issues to maintain project readinessAdminister negotiations for land agreements including leases, purchases, easements, and surface waiversCoordinate Project AdministrationManage GIS tools, project trackers, budgets, and schedules to support acquisition campaignsMaintain internal site control trackers and Power BI dashboards to provide progress updates across the organizationAssist in preparing and updating land acquisition budgets and executive materialsOversee External PartnersSupport the oversight of third-party land agents and document specialists, auditing reports and trackers for accuracy and complianceCoordinate document workflows across multiple site control campaigns to ensure timely executionFoster RelationshipsWork directly with landowners and community groups to build trust and foster long-term positive relationshipsCollaborate closely with Development and cross-functional teams to align land acquisition with project goals and permitting requirementsProvide ongoing support to the Managers, Director, and Head of Land AcquisitionWhat You'll BringA bachelor's degree in real estate management, finance, economics, or a related field—or equivalent experience1+ years of experience in real estate, energy, management consulting, finance, or a related field1+ years of project management experience with proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, and workflowsStrong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage relationships effectivelyProficiency in Microsoft Excel or other modeling tools; familiarity with Google Earth and GIS softwareStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear updates and reportsIndependent, self-directed work style with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environmentFamiliarity with land and environmental law, policy, or renewable energy is a plusA passion for renewable energy development and advancing the clean energy transitionWillingness to travel up to 25% annually to project sites and landowner meetingsTotal RewardsAt Intersect, we care about your well-being, growth, and balance. Here's how we support you:Compensation: USD$85,000 - USD$95,000 base salary plus 25% annual target bonusHealth & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and visionTime to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via CarrotMental health: Free access to Ginger coaching and counseling, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditationRetirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSPPerks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, pet insurance allowance, and full home office setupReady to help secure the land that powers the clean energy transition? Apply now and grow your career while shaping renewable development at scale.#J-18808-Ljbffr