Land Acquisition Analyst- Texas

Intersect; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 108,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% premium coverage for health insurance

Unlimited PTO

12 weeks fully paid parental leave

Monthly food stipend

Retirement contribution to 401k

Free mental health services

Job summary

A clean energy company in Houston is seeking a Land Acquisition professional to lead land evaluation and negotiations for large-scale renewable energy projects. Your role will involve driving the land acquisition process from due diligence to closing, managing relationships with third-party agents, and ensuring data integrity within tracking systems. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in real estate and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. This position offers a salary range of $108,000-$118,000 plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in real estate development or acquisition, preferably in energy projects.
• Familiarity with land or environmental policy and law.
• Experience managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead land acquisition process from due diligence to closing agreements.
• Negotiate leases, purchases, and easements with legal support.
• Maintain data integrity across tracking systems and tools.

Skills

Real estate agreements knowledge

Project management skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate Management, Finance, or Economics

Tools

Google Suite

Google Earth

GIS tools

Job description

About This Role

As part of Intersect’s Land Acquisition team, you’ll help secure site control for large‑scale development projects by driving high‑quality execution across complex real estate workstreams. You’ll manage due diligence, support negotiations, maintain accurate land data, and collaborate closely with Development, Permitting, Legal, and third‑party partners to keep projects advancing on schedule.

Team Overview

This team plays a critical role in advancing Intersect’s mission to accelerate the renewable energy transition by identifying, securing, and managing the land positions that underpin our large‑scale project portfolio. The team partners extensively across Development, Permitting, Legal, Project Finance, and external stakeholders to ensure projects have the real estate foundations needed to advance efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Land Evaluation and Site Control
  • Lead key stages of the land acquisition process—from early due diligence through securing and closing site control agreements.
  • Resolve title, survey, and ownership complexities to maintain project timelines.
  • Prepare and support land acquisition budgets and materials for leadership review.
• Support High-Quality Agreement Negotiations
  • Partner with internal and external legal teams to support negotiations for leases, purchases, easements, surface waivers, and other real estate agreements.
  • Track agreement progress through established workflows and ensure timely execution.
  • Coordinate with field teams to maintain alignment between agreement terms and on‑the‑ground realities.
• Strengthen Third‑Party Land Agent Performance
  • Support the management of third‑party land agents and document specialists to ensure communication consistency, documentation quality, and adherence to project standards.
  • Provide guidance that helps external partners move efficiently and accurately.
• Manage Data Integrity and Insights
  • Maintain accurate land‑related data across tracking systems and tools.
  • Audit information regularly to ensure completeness and reliability.
  • Create clear analytical summaries for internal stakeholders to drive decision‑making.
  • Work closely with Development and Permitting teams to keep land acquisition aligned with project schedules and permitting requirements.
  • Contribute to cross‑functional process improvements that enhance efficiency and data integrity.
  • Provide ongoing support to Managers and Directors across assigned regional projects.

What You’ll Bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Management, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in real estate development or acquisition, preferably including work on large‑scale energy projects.
• Working knowledge of real estate agreements—including leases, easements, purchase agreements, and both surface and mineral rights.
• Experience managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Familiarity with land or environmental policy and law.
• Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and Slack.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems proactively, and maintain momentum across complex workstreams.
• Experience with Google Earth and GIS tools.
• A values‑driven approach and interest in contributing to large‑scale development that advances clean energy goals.

Total Rewards

At Intersect, we care about your well‑being, growth, and balance. Here’s how we support you:

• Compensation: $108,000‑$118,000 (base salary + bonus, USD)
• Health & Wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision.
• Time 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 Carrot and Maven.
• Mental Health: Free access to Spring Health (5 free therapy & psychiatry sessions) and a Headspace account through Wellhub+.
• Retirement: 3% non‑elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP.
• Perks & Extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup, free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical.

Ready to put your skills to work for a cleaner future? Apply now and help accelerate the renewable energy transition while building a meaningful career.

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