Land Owner Manager - Wind Energy

Job summary

Entity:

Gas & Low Carbon Energy

Job Family Group:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Land Owner Manager (Land Management Specialist) to manage relationships associated with land management (landowners, neighbours, local authorities), ensuring compliance with permitting requirements for operational projects as well as overseeing financial transactions related to land management. This role is responsible for overseeing landowner contract compliance (payments, land use, contract changes), maintaining and acquiring necessary permits and implementing company software tools for contract, permitting and geographic information management. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and coordination skills, financial acumen, a solid understanding of land management principles, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Accountabilities

Manage relationships with external stakeholders (landowners, neighbours, local authorities) for operational projects.

Ensure compliance with landowner contracts, including payments, land use, and contract modifications.

Maintain current permits and manage additional permitting requirements for project operations.

Implement and manage software tools for: Landowner information (leases, easements), Permitting processes, and Geographic project information

Use internal tools and software to manage contracts, process payments, and respond to landowner claims and inquiries.

Develop and maintain project documentation such as land surveys and as-built drawings within internal platforms, and support user training as needed.

Manage regulatory workflow approvals using company systems.

Coordinate and maintain landowner contracts and permits for new operational projects using internal resources

Integrate and manage landowner contracts and permits for new operational projects.

Support timely monthly, quarterly and annual reporting in accordance with group reporting

Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in an analytical field such as engineering, science, economics or finance. At least 5 years of relevant land management experience in Wind may be considered in place of a degree.

Relevant experience in financial land management, accounting, or a related field

At least 4 years of utility industry or program management experience

Moderate knowledge of electrical principles.

Strong research and writing skills.

Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills.

The ability to multi-task, work under pressure while consistently delivering on deadlines.

Be capable of communicating (written and verbal) and training on highly technical information in manner that is comprehensible to stakeholders of various levels regulatory knowledge.

Knowledge of financial regulations, land use laws, and property management best practices.

Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and database management.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment and handle confidential information with discretion.

Why bp?

At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. We offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life, including flexible working options and paid parental leave policy, among others!

bp operates in a hybrid model working 60% from the office and 40% from home.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Travel Requirement

Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

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