About Longroad Energy
Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 3.5 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 5.5 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties. Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning and operating renewable energy projects. We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US.
Job Purpose
Reporting to Vice President, Legal, the Real Estate and Land Administration Manager will have overall responsibility for administering Longroad’s real estate agreements from inception through management of contract compliance and landowner payments during the development, construction and operations phases of wind, solar and battery storage projects. In addition to directing and overseeing compliance with internal processes and business controls, the Real Estate and Land Administration Manager will ensure that real estate contract terms and compliance requirements are entered into the land management system for use by internal stakeholders. After initial setup, Real Estate and Land Administration Manager will monitor land contract compliance and payment processing, as well as provide support for dispute resolution as needed. This role acts as a liaison between Accounting, Operations, Development, Construction and Legal for all real estate matters.
Work location is flexible. If reside near SF, Boston, or Scarborough, ME, will be expected to go into the office several times a week. If remote, will be required to travel less than 10% to various locations.
Responsibilities
- Reviews and enters relevant land agreement data and terms into the Company’s land management software system and maintains the system to ensure completeness and accuracy, rental payments, royalty payments, and expiration dates
- Ensures all contracts are compliant with company policies and accurately maintained in the land software system
- Supports internal stakeholders by responding to requests, researching land agreements and/or land data, compiling information/ reports, examining data for making decisions and recommendations
- Manages the processing of landowner payments accurately and timely, adhering to verification processes
- Facilitates landowner onboarding requirements for inclusion in the accounting system
- Processes executed site control documents, option notices, amendments, terminations, easements, estoppels, and affidavits
- Supports regulatory reporting and filing requirements pertaining to real estate
- Supports property tax reporting requirements
- Serves as the primary point of contact for land-related inquiries and issues
- Leads periodic reviews of existing real estate (and related) systems and processes and recommends changes/ improvements when applicable
- Ensures consistency of approach and provides guidance and training as appropriate
- As requested, drafts title curative and other real estate documents for attorney review, including land leases, easements, rights-of-way, land option agreements, deeds, assignments, subordination and non-disturbance agreements, memoranda and other recordable documents, estoppel certificates, lien affidavits, title objection letters, project closing checklists, real estate schedules and closing instruction letters
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Four years of experience working on large-scale land or real estate transactions for a land developer, energy company, title company and/or real estate law firm
- Strong analytical skills with ability to read, comprehend and summarize legal documents and contracts
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills
- One year experience with land management software
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with various stakeholders
- Outstanding team player with strong interpersonal skills to effectively work within a multi-disciplinary group to achieve project related goals
- Creative, outside the box thinker - solutions oriented
- Proficiency with Microsoft suite programs
Desired/Preferred Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of the processes involved in land acquisition and administration for a variety of land agreement types (e.g., leases, options, easements, etc.)
- Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and prioritize tasks
- Basic accounting knowledge
- Experience with Quorum Software, Pandell LandWorks, or Enertia and other tools such as GIS
Characteristics Necessary for Success
- Strong customer support-focused attitude and excellent communication skills
- A collaborative style and a can-do attitude
- Comfortable with fast-paced, rapidly-changing environment
- Ability to make informed decisions quickly
- Passionate and enthusiastic about alternative energy
- Integrity and accountability
Other
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Benefits of Working at Longroad Energy We are dedicated to providing our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers. Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood. Learn more about our employee benefits.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter - at Longroad, in our industry, in our communities, and in society at large. We embrace our responsibility to build and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working experience and drive change where we live and operate. We work to actively promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster a supportive space that empowers everyone at Longroad to learn about, discuss and ask questions related to embracing and honoring identity. We collaborate with our community, colleagues, and industry in the ongoing pursuit of evolving and growing an inclusive and diverse environment. Learn more about our DEI commitment.
Longroad Energy Values At Longroad, we SHINE. We aim to be the most trusted renewable energy company on the long road to a green future. We are an experienced team of problem solvers and promise-keepers who develop sustainable solutions that meet today’s challenges and make a lasting impact on people and our planet. Learn more about our SHINE values.
Longroad Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EOE”). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other legally protected status. Longroad Energy prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.
