Transmission Line Land Agents (Eagan, MN)

Merjent•Eagan, MN

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Merjent, Inc. (Merjent) is seeking motivated land agents based in the Eagan, Minnesota area with demonstrated success in Transmission Line projects for a long-term opportunity. Land agents with capital projects, and transmission line infrastructure and development experience are highly preferred. The land agents will serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, local governments, and community organizations for proposed or existing projects. Their role involves negotiating and securing legal land agreements (rights-of-way, leases, easements, fee purchases, right of entry, etc.) necessary for the construction, operation, and maintenance of facilities on behalf of clients. Successful candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple deadlines, and make decisions that balance the interests of the company and property owners. This is an excellent opportunity for a career professional to join a growing and exciting service team. Preference will be given to experienced land agents local to the project (Eagan, MN) with an active MN real estate license. Per-diem rates or relocation fees may be available for non-local agents. The pay rate for these roles will be $30-$50/hour, with potential for a 6-day ticket. Pay is determined by factors including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, location, performance, travel, and business needs. Retirement and health benefits are available.

Requirements

Associate's degree with at least 2 years of land services experience in the energy industry.
Active Minnesota real estate license.
Knowledge of real estate principles gained through education and experience.
Ability to work autonomously.
Initiative taker with strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated efficiency in managing multi-disciplinary tasks.
Willingness to travel and work flexible/long hours.
Positive attitude and a desire to work with people of all backgrounds, in all types of environments.
Proactive problem solver with the ability to negotiate and solve complex land related issues and rights.
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to complete assignments, meet client expectations, and track daily field progress.
Ability to negotiate difficult situations, taking all points of view into consideration to determine the best course of action for Merjent and the client.
Ability to work in both office and field environments.
Microsoft Office applications, mapping platforms such as Google Earth, and ability to interpret and research (abstract) legal documents.

Nice To Haves

Experience in capital projects, and transmission line projects preferred but not required.
Title experience is preferred but not required.
Experienced land agents local to the project (Eagan, MN) with an active MN real estate license.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact between the client and key stakeholders; managing the acquisition, negotiation, and communication of all types of real property rights related to energy projects.
Negotiate acquisition of easements, leases, fee property, permits and other agreements both for permanent and/or temporary rights, and damages settlement (minor and/or complex damage issues).
Work with landowners and key stakeholders to understand development limits, access, and other site considerations that could affect a project's layout and installation.
Examine and search public records to determine land ownership, title chain/reports, including the names and addresses of surface owners, tenants, renters, mortgages, etc.
Identify and track project milestones, regularly reporting progress.
Analyze local land values for development of the acquisition offer range and a pre-assessment of damage payments.
Analyze existing land rights and determine land rights required for the assigned work.
Represent the client by setting up and/or attending business related meetings with various government or agency officials (state, county, etc.).
Document all communication and correspondence with landowners including in-person meetings, email, phone, and mail using standard Microsoft Office applications and/or other daily data entry platforms.
Review, understand, and comply with Merjent processes, procedures, and forms with minimal supervision; including adoption of all submitted safety policies/ procedures and completion of all required training for affected staff.