Land Agent, based in Virginia

Company Description

ESA is a leading solar development firm dedicated to advancing America’s energy independence by "Providing Pathways to Energy Independence".

With over 8 GW of solar and energy storage projects successfully developed over the past decade, ESA has a diverse portfolio including corporate, industrial, community solar, and utility-scale projects.

Operating across 24 states, ESA is committed to strengthening the nation’s energy infrastructure.

As an independent company, ESA delivers large-scale, impactful projects that align with national energy objectives.

Learn more about us at www.esa-solar.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.

Role Description

This is a 1099-NEC / Independent Contractor role for a Land Agent located in Virginia.

Compensation for Services Rendered

- $400.00 per day.

- Additional lease signing incentive payments.

Services Needed

- Conduct initial outreach to landowners to introduce development opportunities for solar and battery energy storage projects.

- Negotiate commercial terms with landowners including lease payments, option agreements, and other site control structures.

- Secure site control agreements (options, leases, easements, and purchase agreements) necessary for project development.

- Maintain and update internal project tracking software with landowner communications, deal status, and key milestones.

- Report acquisition progress and results to management no less than weekly, including outreach activity, negotiations, and executed agreements.

- Travel extensively (approximately 75% field travel) to meet landowners, review sites, and support project development activities.

- Work closely with development, real estate, and project teams to advance projects from outreach through executed agreements.

Qualifications

- Previous experience acquiring solar or energy storage sites required.

- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

- Ability to work independently in a field-based role and manage multiple land campaigns simultaneously.