Land and Lease Administrator

Urban Grid; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Land and Lease Administrator to support the Site Acquisition team. This remote role involves managing contract files, data entry, and administrative tasks. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and have a background in land management or technology. Join a dynamic team focused on sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

FSA

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plan with Matching

Qualifications

• Proficiency in database management and administration.
• Ability to interpret real estate contract terms quickly.
• Familiarity with solar project development phases.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing payment requests and contract reports.
• Manage data gathering and document retention.
• Coordinate with community engagement for landowner onboarding.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

Computer Science

Information Systems

Real Estate

Law

Tools

Microsoft Office

ARC GIS

ESRI systems

Job description

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Urban Grid, a leading independent power producer, facilitates a rapid and sustainable energy transition by developing high-quality renewable energy projects, fostering community partnerships, and serving as a good land steward. Our company owns and operates facilities while cultivating land management systems that benefit farmers, communities, and the environment through agrivoltaics. Urban Grid maintains a delivery-focused approach with the goals of being a good neighbor, corporate citizen, and trusted energy solutions partner. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, with teams across the U.S., Urban Grid has a long history in the clean energy economy. Currently, we have 940 MW under construction and are developing over 12,000 MW of solar PV and 7,000 MW of energy storage. To learn more, visit www.UrbanGridSolar.com.

Urban Grid is a portfolio company of Brookfield, one of the world's largest owners and operators of renewable power and climate transition assets.

Job Summary

Urban Grid seeks a Land and Lease Administrator to provide clerical and administrative support to the Site Acquisition team. This role manages contract files related to land acquisition, collaborates with departments on contract administration, performs data entry, and handles general administrative functions. The ideal candidate is flexible, capable of working in a dynamic team, familiar with land and lease management, legal contract basics, and accounting principles. Strong communication and technical skills are essential, along with a passion for land and renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing payment requests, contract reports, and onboarding landowners into systems
• Manage data gathering, spreadsheets, files, databases, and document retention within land management platforms
• Update land contract management systems across the portfolio
• Perform other data management and administrative tasks as assigned
• Learn and maintain reports on land acquisition processes
• Coordinate with community engagement for landowner onboarding
• Work with legal counsel on recording memorandums
• Develop SOPs for contract administration throughout project lifecycle
• Perform additional duties as needed

Location: Remote work acceptable, preferably Eastern Time Zone.

Requirements

• Background may include technology (Computer Science, Information Systems) or land (Real Estate, Law)
• Proficiency in database management and administration
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to interpret real estate contract terms quickly
• Familiarity with solar project development phases
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of ARC GIS and ESRI systems
• Team-oriented with attention to detail and multitasking skills

Benefits

Urban Grid offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and a retirement plan with matching. Full-time position with competitive pay and bonus potential.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industry: IT Services and Consulting