Strategic Renewable Land Acquisition Lead

RWE AG; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP

Education Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Short-term incentives

Job summary

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Land Acquisition Manager to lead comprehensive land strategies for renewable energy projects across the South U.S. You will identify parcels, negotiate terms, manage due diligence, and collaborate with legal and development teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong negotiation, GIS/land records knowledge, and willingness to travel to close deals and engage stakeholders. A related bachelor’s degree and renewables experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, real estate, environmental science or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in land acquisition, real estate or land management with renewables.
• Knowledge of land-use regulations, permitting and real estate law.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute a comprehensive land acquisition strategy aligned with project goals.
• Identify land parcels for renewable development through market analysis.
• Negotiate leases and purchase agreements with favorable terms.
• Coordinate with legal to structure compliant land agreements.
• Conduct due diligence including title searches and permitting requirements.
• Build relationships with landowners, communities and authorities.
• Travel as required to facilitate land acquisition and closings.
• Develop and manage budgets for land acquisition activities.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Project development

Communication

Travel readiness

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s preferred

Tools

ALTAMPS

SAP

GIS

Land records software

Job description

RWE Americas, LLC is seeking a Land Acquisition Manager to lead comprehensive land strategies for renewable energy projects across the South U.S. You will identify parcels, negotiate terms, manage due diligence, and collaborate with legal and development teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong negotiation, GIS/land records knowledge, and willingness to travel to close deals and engage stakeholders. A related bachelor’s degree and renewables experience are preferred.