Land Agent - Intermediate To Senior - Fort St. John, BC

Synergy Land and Environmental; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A land and environmental service provider in Fort St. John is seeking an experienced Land Agent to negotiate land-use agreements and conduct site assessments. Candidates should possess 3-10+ years of industry experience, a relevant diploma, and strong negotiation and communication skills. The position demands a valid driver's license, First Aid certification, and compliance with ethical standards. This role offers the opportunity for professional growth within the industry and emphasizes a commitment to high-quality service and collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Three to 10+ years of industry-related experience.
• Land agent license is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license required.
• Valid Standard First Aid certification needed.
• Valid WHMIS training is a prerequisite.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and acquire land-use agreements.
• Conduct site reviews and assessments.
• Communicate project information to stakeholders.
• Collaborate to formulate creative landowner solutions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education or diploma from accredited land program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Synergy

Synergy is dedicated to providing high-quality land and right-of-way services for projects ranging from large-scale pipeline, power transmission, transportation/infrastructure, telecommunications, upstream oil and gas, renewables, and mineral acquisition.

Job Responsibilities

• negotiating and acquiring land-use agreements with landowners, occupants, stakeholders
• conducting site reviews and assessments
• communicating and delivering project information to stakeholders
• understanding, responding to and anticipating client concerns, needs and requests, and maintaining commitments
• collaborating with others to formulate creative solutions for landowner problems, concerns and issues
• mentoring agent team members
• liaison between clients and stakeholders; communicating issues and concerns
• thorough documentation of all activities
• strictly adhering to all Synergy policies and procedures
• participating in and strictly adhering to Synergy HSE policies and procedures
• staying current on relevant local affairs/news
• performing other duties as required

Requirements

• Three (intermediate) to 10+ (senior) years’ industry-related experience
• post-secondary education and/or diploma from accredited land program
• land agent license an asset
• valid Class 5 driver’s license
• valid Standard First Aid
• valid WHMIS training
• reliable vehicle for travel to and from stakeholder meetings
• valid Commissioner for Taking Affidavits
• high level of integrity working with confidential documents and information
• in-depth level knowledge and understanding of surface land legislation, regulations and of Canadian/provincial regulatory processes
• self-motivated with a strong desire to learn
• ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging work environment
• excellent problem solving and negotiation skills
• highly effective written and verbal communication skills
• committed team player with the ability to work independently
• adherence to the highest ethical and professional standards
• acute attention to detail
• high proficiency in MS Office

Opportunities

If you are looking for an opportunity to refine your professional skills and grow your career in the land industry, Synergy is the place for you.

Synergy is an equal opportunity employer. Only qualified candidates will be considered.

Submit resumes to the attention of Human Resources via email: [e-mail].

Please refer to Job Posting code AUG2025-LANAGNINSR-FSJ.

Please view our website, www.synergyland.ca, for additional information regarding the services we provide.