Land Acquisition Manager

Develop regional market strategies informed by business demand, competitive dynamics, and regulatory landscapes. Manage relationships with brokers, landowners, developers, and government authorities to accelerate deal execution. Partner with internal teams (engineering, energy, community affairs, legal, finance) to ensure acquired sites can be advanced to development on schedule. Establish and track portfolio-level metrics on deal velocity, pipeline health, and transaction risk. Drive due diligence processes, ensuring proactive identification and mitigation of legal, zoning, and entitlement risks. Build, lead, and develop a high-performing regional acquisition team, fostering collaboration and operational excellence. Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Real Estate, Project Management, or related field, AND 5+ years relevant experience OR 7+ years equivalent experience. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Proven experience in site selection, market assessment, and location strategy Expertise in navigating entitlement processes and mitigating regulatory risks Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional stakeholders and partners Background in industrial land acquisition, including Letter of Intent (LOI) and Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) negotiations Experience negotiating utility, energy, and power infrastructure agreements Skilled in managing escalations, resolving complex challenges, and driving successful deal outcomes