Project Manager, Real Estate

AES Corporation; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

AES Corporation is hiring a Real Estate Project Manager to lead real estate activities for utility-scale solar and community renewable energy projects. You will own the real estate development lifecycle, coordinate with legal, engineering, and finance teams, and guide transactions from acquisition through construction close.

The role emphasizes fast-paced, cross-functional collaboration, risk assessment, and stakeholder management across multiple projects, with career growth in a leading energy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field or paralegal certification.
• Experience managing commercial real estate transactions or due diligence.
• Ability to interpret complex legal agreements and identify risks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary real estate lead for renewable energy projects across development stages.
• Negotiate leases, easements, and purchase agreements with landowners and vendors.
• Coordinate title, surveys, and due diligence for acquisitions and M&A.
• Support project financing activities and regulatory filings.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Legal interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

Google Earth

Procore

Ironclad

BlueBeam

SAP Fiori

SAP Concur

QuickBase

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US‑based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven‑time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty‑first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.

Real Estate Project Manager – Shape the Future of Renewable Energy

Are you passionate about driving complex projects that make a lasting impact? Join our team as a Real Estate Project Manager and play a key role in advancing utility‑scale solar and community renewable energy projects that help shape a more sustainable future. In this role, you will serve as the real estate lead for a diverse portfolio of renewable energy projects across various stages of development, from acquisition and greenfield development through construction and financial close. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, external partners, landowners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution while helping deliver clean energy solutions to communities. This is an exciting opportunity for a real estate professional who enjoys managing complex transactions, building meaningful relationships, solving challenging problems, and contributing to high‑impact renewable energy initiatives. You'll have the opportunity to broaden your expertise, work alongside industry experts, and gain exposure to all aspects of project development and execution.

Why Join Us?

Contribute to innovative renewable energy projects that support a more sustainable future. Partner with experienced professionals across development, legal, engineering, permitting, finance, and construction teams. Gain exposure to large‑scale project acquisitions, financing transactions, and project development strategies. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, expanded responsibilities, and career advancement. Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment where diverse perspectives are valued. Be empowered to take ownership of projects while strengthening leadership and project management skills.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary real estate lead for assigned renewable energy projects throughout the development lifecycle.
• Act as the main point of contact for internal stakeholders and external real estate vendors within your project portfolio.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with landowners, community stakeholders, consultants, legal counsel, and project teams.
• Lead project meetings, prepare agendas, and communicate project updates to internal and executive stakeholders.
• Coordinate and manage external counsel and third‑party consultants to ensure timely delivery of project objectives.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Real Estate Analysts supporting project activities.

Contract Negotiation & Transaction Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of real estate agreements, including:
• Leases and lease amendments
• Easements
• Purchase and sale agreements
• Landowner estoppels
• Subordination, Non‑Disturbance and Attornment Agreements (SNDAs)
• Rights‑of‑way
• Licenses
• Governmental and third‑party agreements
• Support negotiation and execution of mineral rights and related curative documents.
• Manage vendor agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Task Orders, Change Orders, and Non‑Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).

Due Diligence, Risk Assessment & Compliance

• Manage title and survey processes, including review and analysis of title commitments, Schedule B exceptions, title insurance policies, endorsements, and curative matters.
• Coordinate and review American Land Title Association (ALTA) surveys, including pre‑construction, construction, and as‑built deliverables.
• Conduct comprehensive real estate due diligence for project acquisitions and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions.
• Evaluate project risks and prepare executive‑level summaries outlining key findings, liabilities, and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with permitting teams to support regulatory filings and project approvals.
• Track and ensure completion of all real estate‑related permit conditions and project compliance requirements.

Project Execution & Operational Excellence

• Review project layouts and solar facility designs to identify real estate risks and provide practical solutions.
• Create exhibits, mapping deliverables, and KMZ files to support project development activities.
• Maintain accurate project databases, trackers, summaries, and reporting tools.
• Coordinate project financial and administrative processes, including purchase orders and payment approvals.
• Support project financing activities, including construction debt financing and tax equity transactions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience managing commercial real estate transactions, project development activities, or real estate due diligence.
• Experience reviewing and coordinating title, survey, land acquisition, or property‑related deliverables.
• Ability to interpret legal agreements, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced and evolving project environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting renewable energy, infrastructure, utility, or large‑scale development projects.
• Experience with project acquisitions, financial closings, construction financing, or tax equity transactions.
• Familiarity with title insurance, ALTA surveys, subdivision mapping requirements, and land use considerations.
• Experience working with governmental agencies, permitting teams, or regulatory stakeholders.
• Knowledge of GIS or mapping tools and project management systems.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• ArcGIS
• Google Earth
• Procore
• Ironclad
• BlueBeam
• SAP Fiori
• SAP Concur
• QuickBase

What Success Looks Like In this role, you will successfully manage complex real estate activities across multiple renewable energy projects, build strong relationships with stakeholders, drive critical project milestones, and contribute to the successful delivery of clean energy infrastructure. You will have opportunities to grow your expertise, expand your leadership impact, and play an important role in advancing the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that diversity strengthens our teams, drives innovation, and enhances our ability to serve the communities in which we work. AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long‑term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

E-Verify Notice

AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $105,000 and $131,325/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life insurance
• 401(k) eligibility
• paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave)

The deadline to apply for this role is 09/28/2026.

Accelerating the future of energy, together. Our people are our energy and have transformed AES into the type of energy company that the world needs today and in the future. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by advancing the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action. We are working in an industry that requires new thinking and ways of working together to create solutions that are both economically and environmentally viable, not just one or the other. We are looking for passionate people to join us in our mission to accelerate the future of energy.