Real Estate Manager, Land Acquisition – Battery Storage

Standalone energy storage is rapidly transforming the North American energy markets, because it is cheaper than new natural gas plants, faster to build than fossil peakers or transmission, and able to perform diverse energy services. Plus Power partners with electricity system operators, utilities, and investors to originate, develop, finance, own and operate standalone energy storage projects that provide critical services to the wholesale electric market. Plus Power’s team applies an intentional mindset to energy storage development by using a data-driven approach to development and operations.

At Plus Power, we are focused on solving hard climate problems, profitably. We are growing fast, and value candidates who, like us, share a focus on setting high expectations, owning and learning from mistakes in the spirit of radical transparency, and are committed to internal partnering as a key element of our ideas meritocracy. Our team praises Plus Power’s culture and excels through our game-changing mission and supportive ecosystem.

About the Role

Plus Power recruits outstanding energy industry professionals who are driven to develop, build and operate assets safely and reliably to decarbonize the power markets while growing their careers. Our team looks for data-driven and fact-based mindsets, engaging and collaborative behaviors, and personal growth-focused professionals.

Plus Power is looking to hire a Real Estate Manager, Land Acquisition and Management to support the development team in advancing site control efforts and mitigating real estate-related risks across the Company’s portfolio of energy storage projects. The Real Estate Manager will report to the Senior Manager of Real Estate – Land Acquisition and Management, but will collaborate across the Development and Real Estate Teams to help progress the development of the projects, and with the Asset Management Team to help manage real estate needs throughout the operation of the projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive macro/micro level support of real estate related issues relating to our portfolio of energy storage projects. The primary focus of this responsibility will be to coordinate all real estate needs for a subset of the Company’s energy storage projects, including the following listed responsibilities.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders in the Company’s Development, Construction, Permitting, Title, Interconnection and Asset Management Teams to understand real estate needs for each project.
• Interface with landowners and other 3rd parties (such as utilities) to negotiate and secure site control and real estate de-risking deliverables.
• Manage the real estate closing process for purchase or lease option transactions.
• Lead early-stage site control efforts with external real estate brokers and land agents to support company portfolio goals in coordination with Development Team.

Skills & Qualifications

• 4-year university degree, BS or BA or equivalent, relevant professional experience
• 5-10+ years’ experience in acquisition and development of real estate in the renewable energy, oil & gas or utility industries
• Extensive experience in coordinating and securing site control documents with 3rd parties
• Extensive experience in negotiating real estate documents such as option to purchase agreements, option to lease agreements, easements, crossing agreements and licenses
• Understanding of permitting process, land use, and entitlements for the development of real property
• Understanding of title research, curative efforts and resolution
• Understanding of Construction and Asset Management real estate requirements for the development of renewable energy projects
• Creative independent thinker with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse team
• Proactive mindset to identify obstacles ahead of time and provide and implement solutions
• Proven ability to succeed in demanding and flexible environments
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage a large portfolio of projects and activities
• Strong attention to detail, professionalism and organizational skills
• Understanding of energy storage and / or renewable energy development preferred
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the Microsoft suite of tools and applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Compensation and Benefits

Highly competitive remuneration from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers, owners and operators. Flexible, work from home acceptable for the long-term, or hybrid work from Plus Power’s offices in San Francisco or Houston.

The salary range* for this position begins at $120,000. Factors that may be used to determine the final compensation include relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic labor market, and other factors consistent with applicable law. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual discretionary bonus program.

Plus Power offers a comprehensive benefits program, unlimited vacation, flexible remote work, and a highly engaging company culture with opportunities for growth.

*The deadline for applying to this role is 10/13/2024*

Plus Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds can thrive. Plus Power is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

• This information is provided in accordance with applicable law.