Project Developer - Rajkot

ENGIE Group; Pune District; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Work-life balance

Global energy leader

Diverse projects

Job summary

ENGIE India Private Limited is seeking a seasoned Land Acquisition Manager to secure land for solar and wind projects in Gujarat, with a focus on end-to-end deal management and regulatory compliance. The role offers a path within a global energy leader.

You will identify parcels, conduct due diligence, negotiate leases, and coordinate with local communities, law firms, and internal teams across borders. The position requires 10+ years in land acquisition for renewables, strong regulatory

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of land acquisition experience in renewables.
• Strong knowledge of land laws and acquisition frameworks in Gujarat.
• Experience managing end-to-end land deals for solar, wind, or other renewables.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively and relocate temporarily as required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate land parcels for solar, wind, and hybrid projects in Gujarat and other key states.
• Lead due diligence on land parcels with law firms, including ethics checks on landowners and aggregators.
• Appoint and manage land aggregators to secure land rights, leases, and permits.
• Negotiate and finalize land lease agreements in line with local regulations.
• Manage relationships with communities, internal teams, and international stakeholders.
• Oversee land acquisition activities during development, construction, and support O&M on land matters.
• Ensure timely internal reporting and approvals for payments to aggregators and landowners.

Skills

Land acquisition

Renewable energy

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Job description

Business Development / Sales / Marketing

Permanent

Full - Time

Land Acquisition Manager – Solar & Wind Projects (Gujarat)

Renewable energy is reshaping the world. At ENGIE, we are building the infrastructure that makes clean power possible. In this role, you help secure the land that brings solar and wind projects to life. Your work directly supports India's energy transition.

What You'll Do

• Identify and evaluate land parcels for solar, wind, and hybrid renewable energy projects across Gujarat and other key states
• Lead due diligence on land parcels through law firms, including ethics checks on landowners and aggregators
• Appoint and manage land aggregators in line with company legal policies to secure land rights, leases, and permits
• Negotiate and finalize land lease agreements in compliance with local regulations
• Manage relationships with local communities, internal teams, and international stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee land acquisition activities during development and construction phases, and support the O&M team on land-related matters
• Ensure timely internal reporting and secure approvals for payments to aggregators and landowners

What You Bring

• Minimum 10 years of experience in land acquisition within the renewable energy sector
• Strong knowledge of land laws, connectivity regulations, and acquisition frameworks in Gujarat
• Proven experience managing end-to-end land acquisition for solar, wind, or other renewable energy projects
• Solid understanding of project development processes, including site selection, permitting, and construction
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional and multicultural teams
• Willingness to travel extensively and temporarily relocate to project regions as required

What We Offer

• A strategic role with direct impact on large-scale renewable energy development
• Diverse missions spanning land acquisition, stakeholder management, legal compliance, and project delivery
• Stimulating work in a fast-growing sector at the heart of the global energy transition
• A collaborative and supportive team environment where your expertise is valued
• Real opportunities to grow your career within a global energy leader
• A culture that respects work-life balance and values your long-term wellbeing

Our Commitment

At ENGIE, we are 98,000 transition makers worldwide, committed to carbon-neutral energy. Within the Renewable and Flex Power activities, we develop low-carbon and flexible solutions to address a major challenge: providing our customers with 100% decarbonized electricity, 24/7, by 2030. At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of the adventure of the century.

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, origin, disability, or any other characteristic. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every person feels respected and empowered.

If you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to support you.

Business Unit: GBU Renewables & Flexible Power

Division: R&B AMEA - India & South-East Asia

Legal Entity: ENGIE Energy India Private Limited

Company Name: ENGIE India

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