Land Acquisition Specialist

ib vogt GmbH; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Group Medical Insurance Coverage

Dynamic and diverse work environment

Open-minded and highly motivated team

Job summary

ib vogt is seeking a Land Acquisition Specialist for a project in Iloilo, Philippines. This project-based role supports development activities by liaising with landowners, screening sites, negotiating leases, and ensuring documentation and permissions are in place.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in land management, strong negotiation and communication skills, and experience with project and document management.

Qualifications

• Educational background suitable for the task.
• At least 2 years’ experience in land management or related field.
• Experience in contract negotiations and land acquisitions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience in project and document management.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Screen new site locations with Project Development Managers.
• Represent the company to landowners and build relationships.
• Negotiate and execute land leases and purchase agreements.
• Assist with transmission line route assessment and land surveys.
• Maintain records of signed leases and registration processes.
• Foster relations with external stakeholders and government agencies.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Document management

Motivation to learn

Education

Educational background suitable for the task

Job description

ib vogt is firmly committed to supporting the decarbonisation of the global electricity sector. The company focuses on the global development of turnkey PV plants and battery storage projects as well as the expansion of its IPP portfolio. In these areas, the company performs all integral services of the value chain from development, financing, and EPC, to O&M and asset management. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, ib vogt has established various offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Americas, and Africa as part of its presence in over 40 countries. The company works together with numerous partners globally, augmenting its in-house team of over 900 staff. ib vogt has built or has in construction more than 4 GW of PV power plants globally with a project pipeline of more than 60 GWp.

Job Description

The Land Acquisition Specialist is a Project-based role which will be responsible in facilitating land acquisition requirements for one of ib vogt's solar projects based in the province of Iloilo in the Philippines in support of Project development activities.

• Work with the Land Acquisition Manager in screening new site locations in partnership with Project Development Managers.
• In the absence of or in support of the Land Acquisition Manager, represent the company to landowners, presenting project opportunities and establishing new relationships.
• Work with the Land Acquisition Manager in negotiation and execution of land lease and purchase agreements, securing right of way for transmission lines and substations.
• Work closely with transmission line route assessment, land survey and other land related service providers .
• Maintain open communication with landowners and municipalities and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain accurate records of signed land leases, including registration processes with the Land Survey.
• Maintain and/or establish good relationships with relevant external stakeholders/government agencies involved in securing land related documents.
• Provide support to team members and colleagues as needed throughout other project phases.

Qualifications

• Educational background suitable for the task.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the same field.
• Previous work experience in land management and contract negotiations.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience in project and document management.
• Motivation to learn new things and go outside of your comfort zone.

Additional Information

We offer you

• A competitive and attractive remuneration package
• Group Medical Insurance Coverage
• Dynamic and diverse work environment with international colleagues
• An open-minded and highly motivated team