Job Summary:

The Land Acquisition Specialist is responsible for supporting and executing land acquisition activities for renewable energy projects, including solar farms, wind power projects, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and associated infrastructure. The position focuses on identifying potential land parcels, conducting landowner and property due diligence, negotiating land agreements, coordinating with government agencies and stakeholders, and ensuring that land rights are secured in accordance with company requirements and applicable Philippine laws.

The role requires strong negotiation, communication, research, documentation, and stakeholder management skills to support the timely development and commercial viability of renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

A. Land Identification and Acquisition Strategy

Identify and evaluate potential land parcels suitable for renewable energy projects based on project requirements, location, accessibility, land area, and development potential.
Conduct preliminary land assessments to determine land availability, ownership, existing land use, and potential acquisition constraints.
Support the preparation and implementation of land acquisition strategies in coordination with the Project Development and Engineering teams.
Develop and maintain a database of potential landowners, properties, land parcels, and acquisition status.
Coordinate with local contacts, landowners, brokers, consultants, and other stakeholders to identify land acquisition opportunities.
Monitor land market conditions, land values, and competing development activities that may affect project acquisition.

B. Landowner Engagement and Negotiation

Establish and maintain professional relationships with landowners, property representatives, community leaders, and other relevant stakeholders.
Conduct initial discussions with landowners regarding the company's renewable energy projects and proposed land requirements.
Coordinate meetings, site visits, and negotiations with landowners and authorized representatives.
Support the negotiation of land lease agreements, options to lease, easements, rights-of-way, and other land access arrangements, subject to company approval and legal review.
Assist in evaluating proposed land rental rates, lease terms, compensation arrangements, and other commercial conditions.
Ensure that landowner communications and negotiations are properly documented and aligned with approved company policies.
Handle landowner concerns, questions, and acquisition-related issues and coordinate their resolution with the relevant departments.

C. Land Due Diligence and Ownership Verification

Conduct preliminary verification of land ownership and property documentation, including titles, tax declarations, and other relevant records.
Coordinate with legal counsel, surveyors, geodetic engineers, and external consultants in conducting land due diligence.
Review available land documents to identify potential ownership disputes, encumbrances, overlapping claims, restrictions, and other acquisition risks.
Coordinate the verification of land boundaries, technical descriptions, and property locations.
Assist in evaluating land classifications, existing land use, access rights, and potential regulatory restrictions.
Prepare land due diligence reports and acquisition recommendations for management review.
Escalate legal, technical, environmental, and community-related concerns that may affect the acquisition process.

D. Land Documentation and Contract Management

Prepare, organize, and maintain land acquisition documentation, including landowner information, property records, negotiation records, and acquisition trackers.
Coordinate with the Legal Department in the preparation, review, and execution of land lease agreements and other land-related contracts.
Monitor the status of contract negotiations, document completion, signatures, notarization, and other required processes.
Maintain accurate records of executed land agreements and supporting documents.
Ensure that land acquisition documentation is properly filed, updated, and accessible to authorized personnel.
Track contractual obligations, lease periods, renewal provisions, and relevant milestones in coordination with the responsible departments.

E. Government and Stakeholder Coordination

Coordinate with relevant government agencies and local government units (LGUs) regarding land acquisition requirements and property-related matters.
Support coordination with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Registry of Deeds, Municipal/City Assessors, and other relevant offices, as applicable.
Assist in securing or facilitating access to land records, certifications, and property-related documentation.
Coordinate with barangay officials, community representatives, and other stakeholders regarding land access and acquisition activities.
Support the identification and resolution of community concerns, landowner disputes, and social issues affecting project land acquisition.
Ensure that engagement activities are conducted in accordance with company policies, applicable laws, and responsible stakeholder engagement practices.

F. Project Development and Internal Coordination

Work closely with Project Development, Engineering, Legal, Permitting, Finance, Environmental, and other departments to support land acquisition milestones.
Coordinate land acquisition requirements for solar PV farms, wind farms, substations, transmission lines, access roads, and related renewable energy facilities.
Provide regular updates on land acquisition progress, challenges, risks, and upcoming activities.
Prepare reports covering landowner negotiations, land status, acquisition costs, and outstanding documentation.
Participate in project development meetings and provide land-related inputs for project feasibility and planning.
Support the handover of secured land rights and documentation to the relevant project execution teams.

G. Reporting and Monitoring

Prepare weekly and monthly land acquisition progress reports.
Monitor land acquisition targets, milestones, and outstanding action items.
Maintain a land acquisition tracker covering property details, ownership status, negotiation progress, agreements, and risks.
Track acquisition expenses and coordinate with Finance for relevant budget monitoring.
Provide management with timely updates on potential delays, legal concerns, landowner issues, and other risks.
Ensure that all reports and land-related information are accurate, updated, and handled confidentially.

3. Minimum Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate Management, Business Administration, Property Management, Legal Management, Political Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience Requirements

At least 2–5 years of relevant experience in land acquisition, real estate, property management, project development, or renewable energy development.
Experience in landowner negotiation, property due diligence, land documentation, or right-of-way acquisition.
Experience in renewable energy projects, infrastructure, construction, or utility development is an advantage.
Experience coordinating with government agencies, LGUs, landowners, and external consultants.
Experience handling land acquisition for solar, wind, transmission line, or other energy-related projects is preferred.

The experience range can be adjusted based on whether the role is Junior, Specialist, or Senior Specialist.