Land Administrator

Edp Energias De Portugal Sa • Houston, TX

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.   Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow. Role Overview: Serve as the primary liaison between EDPR and landowners across our wind/solar/battery project operating portfolios. You will explain rent and royalty payment calculations and timing, handle change of ownership requests end-to-end, and resolve inquiries with empathy, accuracy, and professionalism. You'll read and interpret leases and related land agreements, and when needed, support the team in keeping meticulous records in our land systems, and collaborate with Legal and Asset Operations to ensure payments and obligations are met. This role requires a strong customer service mindset and the poise to deescalate difficult conversations while maintaining precision in your work.

Requirements

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Energy Management, Paralegal Studies, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 2+ years in land administration/lease administration, title, right‑of‑way, minerals, or real estate operations; experience supporting landowner relations and payment processing.
• Lease & Legal Knowledge: Proven ability to read and interpret leases/easements and related agreements; working knowledge of real estate law concepts (title chains, deeds, legal descriptions, probate/estate matters, trusts/LLCs, POA, recording/notary requirements).
• Payments Expertise: Understanding of rent/royalty calculations, owner decimal interests/division orders (where applicable), and basic accounting concepts; awareness of unclaimed property and tax‑reporting implications.
• Systems: Proficiency with land management databases and document control; familiarity with ticketing and financial systems, strong Microsoft Excel (lookups, pivot tables) and Word skills; accurate data entry.
• Communication & Service: Exceptional customer service, active listening, and de‑escalation skills; ability to translate complex terms into plain language and produce clear, professional correspondence.
• Organization: Strong prioritization and time management skills to handle a high-volume queue and meet contractual requirements with attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Other: Valid driver's license; ability to travel up to 10% and work in a hybrid schedule at an EDPR office.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to apply EDPR NA's visions and values
• Ability to learn and use software programs
• Ability to be self-motivated
• Verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Persistence needed to follow through and achieve results
• Stakeholder management
• Problem-solving ability
• Statistical and analytical skills
• Ability to quantitatively analyze data derived from different software platforms and present results visually and qualitatively
• Ability to perform duties in a collaborative working environment

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, courteous front‑line support to landowners via phone, email, and mail; explain rent/royalty statements, payment schedules, and calculations in plain language.
• Administering the landowner web portal to ensure landowner inquiries are addressed in a timely and accurate manner. Use the landowner portal to provide forms and guidance to landowners when needed.
• Research and resolve payment issues (e.g., calculation variances, missing or stale dated checks, address or banking changes, tax withholding); coordinate corrections and reissues with Settlements and Accounting.
• Manage change of ownership requests from intake (e.g., deeds, assignments, probate/estate documentation, affidavits of heirship, trust/LLC updates, W9/ACH forms); validate documentation and update payee records and ownership interests accurately.
• Read and interpret leases, easements, surface use and option agreements to help resolve inquiries and ensure compliance;.
• Maintain complete, organized records in the land management system; scan/index documents, track owner communications, and ensure data integrity and version control.
• In partnership with Legal, draft and issue professional correspondence, including payment explanations, changeofownership packets, consent/estoppel letters, and notices within defined contractual obligations.
• Partner with Legal, Development, Asset Operations, and Finance to cure title defects, resolve boundary/acreage discrepancies, and address damage claims. Provide other EDP teams the land information necessary to resolve internal questions.
• Monitor and report case metrics (volume, cycle time, aging, root causes); recommend and help implement process improvements, SOP updates, and knowledge‑base articles.Support internal/external audits and regulatory inquiries by compiling documentation and responding promptly.
• Participate in landowner meetings, open houses, and occasional site visits to support community relations and project operations.
• Model a high standard of customer service; de‑escalate confrontational conversations with empathy, set clear expectations, and escalate appropriately when needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable real estate laws, privacy/PII requirements, tax reporting considerations (e.g., 1099s), and company policies.

Benefits

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees