Application Guide

How to Apply for Land Acquisition Analyst

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is a unique player in the energy sector, focusing specifically on scalable low-carbon solutions for both retail and wholesale markets. Unlike traditional energy companies, they offer clean electricity and fuels, positioning themselves at the forefront of the renewable energy transition. Working here means contributing directly to decarbonizing energy markets through innovative projects.

About This Role

As a Land Acquisition Analyst at Intersect Power, you'll lead the execution of land agreements—negotiating, preparing, and closing leases, purchases, and easements for renewable energy projects. This role is impactful because securing land is foundational to developing clean energy infrastructure, directly enabling the company's mission to scale low-carbon solutions. You'll resolve complex title/survey issues and manage third-party agents, ensuring projects move forward efficiently.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves reviewing and negotiating land agreement terms with landowners or agents, using GIS tools to analyze parcel data and identify acquisition targets. You might collaborate with internal teams to resolve title issues, update tracking systems for ongoing acquisitions, and prepare analytical summaries for project stakeholders—all while managing communications via Slack and Google Suite in a remote setting.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • Has 2+ years of real estate development/acquisition experience, ideally in energy or large-scale infrastructure (e.g., solar, wind, or transmission projects)
  • Demonstrates strong, practical knowledge of real estate agreements (leases, easements, purchases) and experience negotiating them
  • Is proficient with GIS tools, Google Earth, and Google Suite, and can leverage these for land analysis and documentation
  • Shows proven project management skills in fast-paced environments, with ability to oversee third-party agents and maintain meticulous records

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Highlight specific experience with land agreements (leases, easements, purchases) in energy or infrastructure—quantify deals closed or acres secured

2

Showcase proficiency with GIS and Google Earth by mentioning specific analyses you've performed (e.g., parcel mapping, terrain assessment)

3

Emphasize experience managing third-party land agents or consultants, including oversight and performance tracking

4

Tailor your resume to include keywords like 'title resolution', 'survey issues', 'land acquisition', and 'renewable energy'

5

Demonstrate familiarity with fast-paced project environments by describing how you've managed multiple acquisitions simultaneously

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your direct experience with real estate agreements in energy/infrastructure and examples of successful negotiations', "How you've resolved title or survey issues, including collaboration with experts and internal teams", 'Your ability to manage third-party agents and maintain accurate documentation in a fast-paced setting', "Why Intersect Power's focus on scalable low-carbon solutions aligns with your career goals in renewable energy"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Intersect Power's current projects and portfolio—look for news on their renewable energy developments
  • → The company's mission around 'scalable low-carbon solutions' and how they differentiate in retail/wholesale energy markets
  • → Industry trends in land acquisition for renewable energy, especially challenges in title/survey work
  • → The remote work structure at Intersect Power and how teams collaborate using tools like Slack and Google Suite

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your process for negotiating and closing a land lease or purchase agreement for an energy project
2 Describe a time you identified and resolved a complex title or survey issue—what steps did you take and who did you collaborate with?
3 How do you manage and oversee third-party land agents to ensure performance and documentation accuracy?
4 What experience do you have with GIS tools and Google Earth for land analysis in acquisition projects?
5 How do you prioritize and manage multiple land acquisition projects in a fast-paced environment?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with generic real estate experience without emphasizing energy/infrastructure context or land agreement specifics
  • Failing to demonstrate proficiency with GIS, Google Earth, or project management tools mentioned in the requirements
  • Not showing understanding of title/survey resolution processes or how they impact land acquisition timelines

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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