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Land Agent (Contract)

  • Fort St. John, BC, Canada

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Original job description

We require a motivated Land Agent (Contract) to act as our company representative and assist with our continued growth throughout British Columbia.

About Us:

Canada West Land is an experienced, culture-driven land broker providing quality solutions. Building meaningful relationships is at the forefront of our organization, and we demonstrate this through our actions. We strive to encourage, develop, and support our people so that they can grow and succeed, both as individuals and teammates. Our decades of success wouldn’t be possible without our teammates, who are our biggest asset.

We are currently looking for a Land Agent on a Contractual basis to take on a role with the following accountabilities:

  • Acquisition and Stakeholder Engagement
    • Develop and maintain rapport with landowners and stakeholders
    • Negotiate various types of land acquisition agreements
    • Execute completed acquisition documents
    • Audit of acquisition documents
    • Communicate timely, clearly and concisely, by phone, in person and email
    • Prepare and compile records of consultation within required timeframes
    • Document stakeholder concerns and escalate, as necessary
    • Maintain accurate records such as contact information, dates, and land status
      Conduct rental reviews and settling damages or addressing concerns as required
  • Company Liaison
    •  Accountable for daily time and accurate reporting to manager
    • Assist other disciplines with any ongoing field work
    • Continuous and effective communication with client inside and outside land

  • Maintain Knowledge and Current Legislation
    • Understanding of regulatory consultation and notification requirements
    • Research solutions on legislative requirements
    • Commitment to continuous learning and upkeep on technologies including but not limited to the use of Artificial Intelligence to enhance productivity, decision making, and efficiency
    • Review and understand legal agreements
    • Understanding of:
      • applicable directives, acts, and regulations
      • construction practices
      • farming practices
      • crops and livestock

  • Health & Safety
    • Adhere to and stay informed on all Health & Safety requirements as outlined in the organization's policies, procedures, and any relevant legislation
    • Follow established safety procedures and protocols (i.e. working alone, travelling, and established check-in times)
    • Use required controls to protect against potential hazards, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
    • Identify and report any unsafe conditions, hazards, incidents, or potential risks
    • Promote a culture of safety through active involvement, attending training, and supporting teammates

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Regular travel will be required for execution of projects based on client needs. This requirement may change based on business needs.

Experience and Qualifications

  • Grade 12 and/or equivalent with post-secondary
  • Experience in farming, sales, or construction an asset
  • Land Agent’s License or interim Land Agent’s License preferred or as required based on appliable legislation
  • Commissioner for Oaths preferred or ability to obtain is required
  • Other certificates or designations are an asset
  • Class 5 Driver’s License required

Why CWL?

  • Innovation at the Core: We embrace technology to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, and drive smarter decisions.
  • Team-First Culture: Collaboration isn’t just a value - it’s how we work every day.
  • Growth-Focused: We invest in our people, empowering them to grow as professionals and teammates.
  • Meaningful Impact: Our work shapes communities, supports sustainable development, and builds lasting relationships.

Our Values: Reliable. Authentic. Accountable. Adaptable. Team.

We are an experienced, culture-driven land broker providing quality solutions. Building meaningful relationships is at the forefront of our organization, and we demonstrate this through our actions. We strive to encourage, develop, and support our people so they can grow and succeed, both as individuals and teammates.

Join Our Team

If the above resonates with you and you are passionate about being part of a dynamic team, we encourage you to submit your resume. We appreciate all applications in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Land Agent at Canada West Land will build relationships with landowners, negotiate and execute land acquisition agreements, and keep consultation and land records up to date. They will also travel regularly to project sites, report daily to the manager, and follow health and safety rules.

Requirements

Candidates need Grade 12 or equivalent with post-secondary education, and experience in farming, sales or construction is an asset. A Class 5 driver's licence is required, and a Land Agent's licence or interim licence is preferred.

Skills

  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Landowner negotiation
  • Land acquisition agreements
  • Document execution and audit
  • Consultation record keeping
  • Concern documentation and escalation
  • Rental review and damage settlement
  • Regulatory consultation and notification requirements
  • Legislation research
  • Legal agreement review
  • Construction practices
  • Farming practices
  • Crops and livestock knowledge
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Time and activity reporting
  • Field work coordination
  • Travel and remote work safety
  • Hazard identification and reporting
  • Use of artificial intelligence tools
  • Relationship building

Categories

  • Real Estate
  • Consulting
  • Energy
  • Agriculture
  • Legal

Keywords

  • land agent
  • land acquisition
  • right-of-way
  • landowner relations
  • stakeholder engagement
  • land negotiation
  • land agreements
  • consultation records
  • rental reviews
  • damage settlement
  • Land Agent's licence
  • Commissioner for Oaths
  • British Columbia
  • contract
  • field work
  • land broker
  • regulatory consultation
  • Class 5 driver
  • health and safety
  • real estate

Licences and certifications

  • Commissioner for Oaths

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