Sr. Associate, Real Estate

Leeward Energy•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Senior Real Estate Associate is a subject matter expert who leads complex real estate due diligence, title curative, financing support, and site control activities for renewable energy development projects. The role works closely with Project Development, Project Execution, Finance, and external consultants to identify and mitigate real estate risks, advance project milestones, and support project financings and acquisitions. The associate independently manages sophisticated real estate matters, drives resolution of title and ownership issues, oversees third-party consultants, and provides strategic guidance on real estate requirements throughout the project lifecycle. The position calls for sound judgment, proactive risk identification and resolution, and timely execution of real estate deliverables critical to project success.

Requirements

At least 4 years of progressively responsible experience in real estate, title, land services, project development, energy development, or related fields.
Experience managing multiple complex projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
Advanced proficiency reviewing title commitments, title policies, ALTA surveys, Phase I ESAs, Mineral Ownership Reports, and real estate transaction documents.
Strong project management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams.
High degree of attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and real estate tracking and document management systems.
Current authorization to work for any employer in the United States full-time without needing an employment visa now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Legal Studies, Finance, Land Management, or a related field.
Commissioned Notary Public.
Experience recording instruments and coordinating transactions with county recording offices.

Responsibilities

Independently manage title, ALTA survey, Phase I ESA, Mineral Ownership Report, crossing requirements, and other real estate due diligence activities for assigned projects.
Lead title curative efforts and coordinate resolution of title defects, ownership issues, and real estate encumbrances.
Manage crossing requirements for assigned projects, coordinating required deliverables with LRE departments and external stakeholders.
Support project financings, acquisitions, divestitures, and other transactions by managing required real estate deliverables and documentation.
Identify, communicate, and track real estate risks, constraints, and action items that affect project schedules.
Maintain accurate project status, deliverables, and reporting through approved tracking systems and tools.
Build and maintain relationships with landowners, local authorities, title companies, surveyors, consultants, and other vendors.
Manage vendor performance, deliverables, schedules, and costs for assigned workstreams.
Collaborate with Development, Project Execution, Construction, Finance, and other internal stakeholders to advance project milestones.
Provide regular cross-functional updates on project status, risks, and key deliverables.
Contribute to process improvements, standardization efforts, and team best practices.