Land Acquisition Field Agent

Solar Provider Group

Land Acquisition Field Agent representing Solar Provider Group in rural communities. Driving land origination and negotiation for community-scale solar projects across target regions.

Posted 7/5/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain a structured outreach plan for assigned regions, focusing on areas with strong solar development potential
Identify and source suitable parcels using GIS tools, assessor databases, referrals, and community connections
Conduct proactive outreach through phone calls, door-knocks, farm visits, and attendance at local agricultural and community events to build a steady pipeline of qualified land opportunities
Qualify landowner interest and gather key site details such as acreage, access, drainage, crop patterns, title history, and nearby infrastructure
Maintain transparent communication with landowners to address questions, clarify next steps, and build long-term relationships based on trust
Conduct site visits to document physical, environmental, and land-use factors such as wetlands, floodplains, setbacks, and adjacent property uses
Work with interconnection, permitting, and engineering teams to confirm technical feasibility, access, and proximity to existing infrastructure
Maintain detailed and accurate records in the company CRM (for example, Monday.com), including contact information, site data, and document status
Attend public meetings, community sessions, or industry events as needed to support project awareness and education

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in land acquisition, right-of-way, agricultural real estate, or rural business development
Community-scale solar or renewable-energy experience is strongly preferred
Proven ability to secure multi-acre site control and manage negotiations from initial contact through execution
Strong understanding of lease structures, easements, and option agreements
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and credibility with landowners and stakeholders
Proficient with GIS mapping tools, county assessor databases, and CRM systems
Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate site viability, infrastructure proximity, and environmental or zoning constraints
Highly organized and data-driven, capable of managing multiple outreach efforts and documentation requirements simultaneously
Self-motivated and comfortable working independently across multiple states
Valid driver’s license, insurable driving record, and ability to walk uneven or agricultural terrain
Familiarity with farm operations, drainage systems, title commitments, and recording procedures is an asset.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Accessibility accommodations during recruitment process

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Hard Skills & Tools

Land AcquisitionSite Viability EvaluationLease Structures UnderstandingEasements KnowledgeOption Agreements FamiliarityData ManagementNegotiation ManagementEnvironmental Constraints AnalysisZoning Constraints AnalysisAgricultural Real Estate Experience

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsSelf-MotivationRelationship Building

Certifications

Valid Driver’s License