Senior Land Administrator
- Calgary, AB, Canada
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Job details
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in land administration or a related role.
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
We're Hiring! Make a Fresh Start with AiM!
AiM Land & Environmental Services has an opportunity for a permanent, full-time Senior Land Administrator to join our team. As our team continues to grow, we’re looking to hire detail-oriented people who are strong in problem-solving and informed decision making, and who value continuous learning and professional growth.
The Senior Land Administrator provides advanced administrative support for land acquisition projects by preparing and reviewing land documentation, coordinating project information, maintaining accurate records, and supporting Project Managers and Land Agents. This role also provides guidance to junior team members while ensuring the quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of project documentation.
Why AiM?
In addition to providing a supportive, inclusive, and goal-oriented work environment, AiM offers:
- A competitive wage, vacation, wellness days and benefits package including an HSA
- A bonus program/RRSP Matching program for employee incentive programs
- Hybrid working environment opportunities, and
- A fast-paced environment with a wide variety of projects; at AiM, no two days are the same!
ABOUT AiM
AiM Land & Environmental Services is an expanding, progressive surface land and environmental consulting firm serving the oil and gas, forestry, mining, energy, agricultural, and municipal government sectors throughout Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and Canada’s North. We employ a team of over 250 staff members located in our Calgary, Fairview, Grande Prairie, Fort St. John, Hamilton, Vancouver, and Terrace offices, and we offer interdisciplinary expertise to develop land & environmental solutions for our clients throughout Canada. We know great things happen when smart people with equal amounts of talent and determination come together to create what could not be done alone. Help us do great things!
As a Senior Land Administrator, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Prepare, review, and assemble land acquisition documents, legal agreements, notification packages, crossings, Crown applications, and supporting project documentation.
- Maintain project databases, project files, checklists, and status updates to ensure accurate and complete project records.
- Conduct land title searches, corporate searches, registrations, and ownership reviews in accordance with applicable legislation.
- Prepare third-party agreements, consents, affidavits, and other land administration documentation.
- Interpret land title information and identify interested parties in accordance with provincial regulations.
- Review project documentation prepared by other Land Administrators to ensure quality, accuracy, and completeness.
- Provide guidance, mentoring, and technical support to junior and intermediate Land Administrators.
- Support Project Managers and Project Coordinators by responding to requests for information and maintaining project documentation.
- Communicate with clients by providing project updates and responding to inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
- Participate in dispute resolution processes related to surface rights and land acquisition activities, as required.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to personal and team safety by closely following company safety policies, standards, and procedures.
- Assist with other responsibilities as needed to contribute to the overall success of the team.
We are looking for the following skills and qualifications:
- Diploma in Land Administration or a related discipline is preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in land administration or a related role.
- Strong knowledge of land administration processes, land titles, corporate searches, and surface acquisition documentation.
- Experience preparing Crown applications, third-party agreements, and other land-related documentation.
- Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is considered an asset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and land management databases.
- Strong knowledge of land administration processes and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality documentation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to support clients and team members.
- Demonstrated accountability, professionalism, and commitment to continuous improvement.
To Apply
Please submit your resume and provide a cover letter highlighting the skills and qualifications you possess and how you will succeed at AiM. Applicants with exact experience is not required, willingness to learn and adapt will ensure success at AiM. While we thank all candidates who apply, only those deemed qualified by the hiring manager will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Senior Land Administrator will prepare and review land documents and agreements, search land titles and corporate records, and keep project files accurate. The role also guides junior administrators and communicates project updates to clients.
Requirements
Candidates need at least 5 years of land administration experience, knowledge of land titles and surface acquisition, and experience preparing Crown applications and third-party agreements. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and land management databases is required, and a land administration diploma is preferred.
Skills
- Land title searches
- Corporate searches
- Land acquisition documentation
- Crown applications
- Third-party agreements
- Affidavits and consents
- Land administration regulations
- Surface rights dispute resolution
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Land management databases
- Project database maintenance
- Document review and quality control
- Mentoring junior staff
- Client communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Benefits
- Vacation and wellness days
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Bonus program
- RRSP matching
- Hybrid working opportunities
Categories
- Energy
- Real Estate
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Legal
- Administrative
Keywords
- land administration
- land acquisition
- land title search
- corporate search
- Crown applications
- third-party agreements
- surface rights
- land agent
- right-of-way
- Microsoft Office
- land management database
- senior land administrator
- oil and gas land
- land services
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Saskatchewan
- Ontario
- Canada
- environmental consulting
Seniority
Senior
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Performance bonus
- Wellness program
Tools
- Microsoft Office Suite
- land management databases
Languages
- English
Fields of study
- Land Administration