Application Guide

How to Apply for Land Acquisition Lead

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is a mission-driven company focused on scalable low-carbon solutions for retail and wholesale energy markets, offering clean electricity and fuels. They prioritize innovation and sustainability, making them a compelling choice for professionals passionate about combating climate change through renewable energy infrastructure.

About This Role

As the Land Acquisition Lead, you will spearhead complex land agreements for wind, solar, transmission, and battery storage projects, from initial engagement to execution. This role is critical to Intersect Power's development trajectory, as securing land rights directly impacts project timelines and portfolio growth.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing land campaign progress across multiple projects, negotiating a purchase option for a solar site, and coordinating with Legal on mineral waiver terms. You'll also meet with the Development team to align land acquisition milestones with project timelines and check in with field agents on current negotiations.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • A seasoned land professional with 10+ years of experience, including 5+ years leading teams on energy infrastructure projects, demonstrating a proven ability to close complex agreements.
  • Expert in structuring and negotiating land agreements (e.g., wind, solar, transmission) with a track record of meeting milestones and budget targets.
  • Strong cross-functional leader who can coordinate with Development, Engineering, Community Engagement, and Legal teams to align land strategies with project goals.
  • Holds a Bachelor’s in Real Estate, Business, or related field, or professional designations like AAPL, CALEP, IRWA, and is adept at managing direct reports and third-party agents.

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Highlight specific examples of complex land agreements you've closed, including the types of energy projects (wind, solar, transmission) and the value or acreage involved.

2

Emphasize your leadership experience with direct reports and third-party agents, detailing how you managed land campaigns across multiple active projects.

3

Tailor your resume to showcase cross-functional collaboration, especially with Legal and Development teams, as this role requires frequent coordination.

4

In your cover letter, mention your familiarity with renewable energy project milestones and how you ensure alignment with development timelines.

5

Research Intersect Power's project portfolio and mention specific projects or regions where your land expertise could add value.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your ability to lead and close complex land agreements across diverse energy infrastructure (wind, solar, transmission, storage).', 'Experience in setting and executing land acquisition strategies with budget management and governance.', 'Proven cross-functional partnership skills, especially with Engineering, Community Engagement, and Legal teams.', 'Your leadership in managing land campaigns for multiple active projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with development milestones.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Intersect Power's project pipeline and recent announcements (e.g., solar, storage, or transmission projects) to understand their geographic focus.
  • → Study their approach to community engagement and sustainability, as these are integral to their land acquisition process.
  • → Look into their company culture and mission statements on their website to align your values with theirs.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the regulatory environment for land acquisition in key US markets where Intersect Power operates.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a complex land agreement you closed; what were the key challenges and how did you overcome them?
2 How do you prioritize and manage land campaigns across multiple projects with competing deadlines?
3 Tell us about a time you had to align land acquisition strategies with broader portfolio goals; how did you ensure budget compliance?
4 How do you coordinate with Legal and Community Engagement teams to mitigate risks in land agreements?
5 What experience do you have with mineral waivers and purchase options, and how do you structure them?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application without referencing Intersect Power's specific projects or mission.
  • Overlooking the cross-functional nature of the role; failing to demonstrate collaboration with Legal or Engineering teams can be a dealbreaker.
  • Not providing concrete examples of leading teams or closing complex agreements; vague statements about 'land experience' won't suffice.

📅 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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