ABOUT AVANTUSAvantus is shaping the future by making reliable, low-cost clean energy a global reality. Our legacy of leadership in next generation solar energy includes developing one of the nation’s largest solar clusters and one of the first projects to beat fossil fuel prices back in 2016. Today, we are expanding the boundaries of existing technologies to build one of the largest portfolios of smart power plants with integrated storage, capable of providing millions of people with affordable, zero-emission energy – day and night. Through our relentless pursuit of better, we are decarbonizing our planet at the gigaton level, and bringing the advantages of clean energy to all of us. ABOUT THE POSITION We are seeking a highly motivated and organized candidate for a Land Acquisition Associate position. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound industry knowledge, superior communications, and detail-oriented organizational skills. The person in this role will lead project portfolio organizational efforts and will provide comprehensive support and assistance for the senior land acquisition and asset management team in a fast-paced environment and evolving market.  The Land team is a highly talented, hard-working, dynamic group with extensive institutional and legacy knowledge in the renewable energy industry. The ideal candidate will have the right mix of skills, experience, and enthusiasm to succeed in early-stage development and ongoing asset management of large-scale solar projects.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  <ul><li>Lead due diligence tracking, portfolio analysis, and project status reporting for one of the largest development pipelines in the industry</li><li>Assist with new market and site analysis including investigation of land development criteria and land ownership</li><li>Assist with review, resolution, and reporting of title matters to support financing of projects, including vesting, mineral rights, liens, taxes, and other critical matters</li><li>Coordinate efforts among landowners, attorneys, surveyors, utilities, title companies, and other key project stakeholders</li><li>Assist with drafting, abstraction, and execution of agreements including purchase and lease agreements, amendments, easements, crossing agreements, estoppels, subordination agreements, affidavits, etc.</li><li>Assist in preparing land project budgets and upkeep of other various spreadsheets and documents in connection with cost projections</li><li>Track and generate option payment spreadsheets</li><li>Assist with special projects and reporting for other functional groups in the company including transmission, entitlement, engineering, originations, and finance teams </li></ul> REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:  <ul><li>Highly proficient in MS Excel and MS Word, including use of advanced features</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills</li><li>Basic understanding of real estate development or finance concepts</li><li>Ability to read and understand legal documents and real estate contracts</li><li>Resourcefulness, a meticulous eye to detail, and investigative skills are essential</li><li>Strong analytical and organizational skills with ability to read and analyze large amounts of project data.</li><li>Self-motivated, possesses eagerness to learn and take initiative</li><li>Passion for green energy and responsible development</li><li>Bachelor’s degree</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of real estate development or finance experience</li><li>Experience working with and manipulating GIS databases a plus</li><li>This role is based in San Diego, CA with a regular in-office presence (approx. 2-3 days/week or as required). </li></ul> <div><div><div>Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching; comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. We are an equal-opportunity employer. The base salary range for this full-time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicable location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits. </div><div>Pay Range</div><div>$86,680—$101,977 USD</div></div></div>

Avantus is shaping the future by making reliable, low-cost clean energy a global reality. Our legacy of leadership in next generation solar energy includes developing one of the nation&rsquo;s largest solar clusters and one of the first projects to beat fossil fuel prices back in 2016. Today, we are expanding the boundaries of existing technologies to build one of the largest portfolios of smart power plants with integrated storage, capable of providing millions of people with affordable, zero-emission energy &ndash; day and night. Through our relentless pursuit of better, we are decarbonizing our planet at the gigaton level, and bringing the advantages of clean energy to all of us.

Associate, Land Acquisition

ABOUT AVANTUSAvantus is shaping the future by making reliable, low-cost clean energy a global reality. Our legacy of leadership in next generation solar energy includes developing one of the nation’s largest solar clusters and one of the first projects to beat fossil fuel prices back in 2016. Today, we are expanding the boundaries of existing technologies to build one of the largest portfolios of smart power plants with integrated storage, capable of providing millions of people with affordable, zero-emission energy – day and night. Through our relentless pursuit of better, we are decarbonizing our planet at the gigaton level, and bringing the advantages of clean energy to all of us.&nbsp;ABOUT THE POSITION&nbsp;We are seeking a highly motivated and organized candidate for a Land Acquisition Associate position. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound industry knowledge, superior communications, and detail-oriented organizational skills. The person in this role will lead project portfolio organizational efforts and will provide comprehensive support and assistance for the senior land acquisition and asset management team in a fast-paced environment and evolving market.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Land team is a highly talented, hard-working, dynamic group with extensive institutional and legacy knowledge in the renewable energy industry. The ideal candidate will have the right mix of skills, experience, and enthusiasm to succeed in early-stage development and ongoing asset management of large-scale solar projects.&nbsp;&nbsp;ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead due diligence tracking, portfolio analysis, and project status reporting for one of the largest development pipelines in the industry</li><li>Assist with new market and site analysis including investigation of land development criteria and land ownership</li><li>Assist with review, resolution, and reporting of title matters to support financing of projects, including vesting, mineral rights, liens, taxes, and other critical matters</li><li>Coordinate efforts among landowners, attorneys, surveyors, utilities, title companies, and other key project stakeholders</li><li>Assist with drafting, abstraction, and execution of agreements including purchase and lease agreements, amendments, easements, crossing agreements, estoppels, subordination agreements, affidavits, etc.</li><li>Assist in preparing land project budgets and upkeep of other various spreadsheets and documents in connection with cost projections</li><li>Track and generate option payment spreadsheets</li><li>Assist with special projects and reporting for other functional groups in the company including transmission, entitlement, engineering, originations, and finance teams&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Highly proficient in MS Excel and MS Word, including use of advanced features</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills</li><li>Basic understanding of real estate development or finance concepts</li><li>Ability to read and understand legal documents and real estate contracts</li><li>Resourcefulness, a meticulous eye to detail, and investigative skills are essential</li><li>Strong analytical and organizational skills with ability to read and analyze large amounts of project data.</li><li>Self-motivated, possesses eagerness to learn and take initiative</li><li>Passion for green energy and responsible development</li><li>Bachelor’s degree</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of real estate development or finance experience</li><li>Experience working with and manipulating GIS databases a plus</li><li>This role is based in San Diego, CA with a regular in-office presence (approx. 2-3 days/week or as required).&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;<div><div><div>Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching;&nbsp;comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. We are an equal-opportunity employer. The base salary range for this full-time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicable location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits. </div><div>Pay Range</div><div>$86,680—$101,977 USD</div></div></div>

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