Project Manager, Real Estate

AES US•Louisville, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The AES Corporation, a leading global power company with 8,300 employees across 12 countries, is seeking a Real Estate Project Manager to drive complex projects in the renewable energy sector. This role is crucial for advancing utility-scale solar and community renewable energy projects, contributing to a more sustainable future. The Project Manager will be the real estate lead for a diverse portfolio of projects, managing them from acquisition and development through construction and financial close. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, external partners, landowners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and delivery of clean energy solutions. It's an ideal opportunity for a real estate professional passionate about managing complex transactions, building relationships, solving problems, and contributing to high-impact renewable energy initiatives. The role offers opportunities for professional growth, exposure to all aspects of project development, and career advancement within a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience managing commercial real estate transactions, project development activities, or real estate due diligence.
Experience reviewing and coordinating title, survey, land acquisition, or property-related deliverables.
Ability to interpret legal agreements, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving project environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting renewable energy, infrastructure, utility, or large-scale development projects.
Experience with project acquisitions, financial closings, construction financing, or tax equity transactions.
Familiarity with title insurance, ALTA surveys, subdivision mapping requirements, and land use considerations.
Experience working with governmental agencies, permitting teams, or regulatory stakeholders.
Knowledge of GIS or mapping tools and project management systems.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, ArcGIS, Google Earth, Procore, Ironclad, BlueBeam, SAP Fiori, SAP Concur, QuickBase.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary real estate lead for assigned renewable energy projects throughout the development lifecycle.
Act as the main point of contact for internal stakeholders and external real estate vendors within your project portfolio.
Build and maintain trusted relationships with landowners, community stakeholders, consultants, legal counsel, and project teams.
Lead project meetings, prepare agendas, and communicate project updates to internal and executive stakeholders.
Coordinate and manage external counsel and third-party consultants to ensure timely delivery of project objectives.
Mentor and provide guidance to Real Estate Analysts supporting project activities.
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of real estate agreements, including Leases and lease amendments, Easements, Purchase and sale agreements, Landowner estoppels, Subordination, Non-Disturbance and Attornment Agreements (SNDAs), Rights-of-way, Licenses, and Governmental and third-party agreements.
Support negotiation and execution of mineral rights and related curative documents.
Manage vendor agreements, including Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Task Orders, Change Orders, and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
Manage title and survey processes, including review and analysis of title commitments, Schedule B exceptions, title insurance policies, endorsements, and curative matters.
Coordinate and review American Land Title Association (ALTA) surveys, including pre-construction, construction, and as-built deliverables.
Conduct comprehensive real estate due diligence for project acquisitions and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions.
Evaluate project risks and prepare executive-level summaries outlining key findings, liabilities, and mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with permitting teams to support regulatory filings and project approvals.
Track and ensure completion of all real estate-related permit conditions and project compliance requirements.
Review project layouts and solar facility designs to identify real estate risks and provide practical solutions.
Create exhibits, mapping deliverables, and KMZ files to support project development activities.
Maintain accurate project databases, trackers, summaries, and reporting tools.
Coordinate project financial and administrative processes, including purchase orders and payment approvals.
Support project financing activities, including construction debt financing and tax equity transactions.