Coordinate with project, legal, environmental and engineering teams as applicable
Assists with efforts to obtain federal and state approvals
Obtains and maintains licenses and permits for construction and operation of new and existing facilities
Supports project development teams at public open houses and landowner meetings
Advises and assists with site selection, site acquisition, leasing space and other functions relating to land acquisition, negotiation, and sale
Leads due diligence efforts and risk assessment activities
Reviews, tracks and coordinates execution of all documents necessary to secure property rights
Negotiates and settles damage claims associated with new or existing systems
Meets with key landowners and stakeholders to secure right-of-way and fosters good landowner relations
Oversees right-of-way acquisition firms and other land-related vendors, such as appraisals, survey and title companies as needed to ensure goals and targets are being met consistently and within the required parameters
Coordinates with the Legal Department in developing necessary documents