Right of Way/Land Agent
- Grande Prairie, AB, T8V 0Y3, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 2+ years land acquisition experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Evolve Surface Strategies Inc. is a dynamic Right-of-Way Acquisition company specializing in land acquisition and community engagement services. We proudly serve various industries across North America, including renewable energy, oil and gas, utilities, transportation, telecommunications, and general land access. Evolve is currently servicing five core industries and operating in multiple provinces/states across Canada and the USA.
Due to recent growth and activity levels, Evolve is actively hiring to expand our depth and strength within key regions of North America. We are looking for a team member who will play a vital role in accelerating Evolves growth while enhancing our corporate culture and overall team dynamics.
At Evolve, we prioritize people, expertise, and innovation, providing an opportunity for people to grow their careers while finding passion and purpose in what they do. Innovation doesn’t just apply to the technology and systems we incorporate but also in the people we integrate into our growth strategies. Join us in our continuous growth and diversification journey, where exciting challenges await in a vibrant work environment.
Profession: Right of Way/Land Agent- Grande Prairie, AB
Our team is seeking an experienced right of way agent in Alberta who is a self-starter and has demonstrated success in bringing a level of comfort to all parties involved during the surface acquisition process. We are looking for a team player that has a keen enthusiasm for the energy industry. The successful candidate will immediately participate in the public engagement and acquisition process on new projects, as well as provide support on current Evolve acquisition work.
Responsibilities include…
- Acquire land rights and negotiate fair compensation.
- Secure permits and approvals while complying with regulations.
- Foster and manage relationships with landowners, communities, and stakeholders.
- Prepare and manage legal documents, maintain records, and ensure compliance.
- Adhere to environmental regulations and ethical practices.
- Stay informed about market trends and assess potential risks.
What we offer...
- Opportunity to continue your career with an industry leader.
- Team-focused culture that offers a flexible and engaging workplace.
- Work and learn from a diverse group of professionals that serves both team and individual growth.
- Long-term career growth and path optionality within the organization.
- Competitive compensation package including RRSP matching.
- Exposure to a company with a vast North American presence providing new and exciting experiences/challenges.
What we require…
- 2+ years land acquisition experience.
- Work and live in Grande Prairie or surrounding area.
- Alberta Permanent Land Agent license or Interim Alberta Land Agent License.
- Valid drivers license with clean driving abstract.
- Professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Comfortable and competent with technology-based update and project management systems (ie. Mapping/GIS , spreadsheets, emails etc.).
- Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office applications including Power Point, Word, Excel and Outlook.
What will set you apart…
- Extensive land acquisition experience in multiple industries.
- Agriculture experience and/or knowledge.
- Post-secondary education.
- A forward-thinking approach to learning and using digital tools, including AI, to streamline land acquisition documentation and reporting, allowing more time to build strong landowner and stakeholder relationships.
- Commissioner for Oaths in and for the Province of Alberta.
- Active member of IRWA or working towards a designation.
Please apply online or email your resume and cover letter quoting reference RWGP1026
to human.resources@evolvesurface.com
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Right of Way Agent will acquire land rights, negotiate compensation, and secure necessary permits while ensuring regulatory compliance. They will also foster relationships with landowners and stakeholders while managing legal documentation and project records.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 2 years of land acquisition experience and hold an Alberta Permanent or Interim Land Agent license. Proficiency in MS Office and technology-based project management systems is required, along with a valid driver's license.
Skills
- Land acquisition
- Negotiation
- Permitting
- Stakeholder management
- Regulatory compliance
- Legal documentation
- GIS
- Mapping
- Microsoft Office
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Outlook
- Communication
- Project management
Benefits
- RRSP matching
- Flexible workplace
- Professional development
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Energy
- Construction
- Legal
- Consulting
- Administrative
Keywords
- Right of Way
- Land Agent
- Land Acquisition
- Renewable Energy
- Oil and Gas
- Utilities
- Telecommunications
- Public Engagement
- GIS
- Mapping
- Regulatory Compliance
- Stakeholder Relations
- RRSP Matching
- Alberta Land Agent License
- Commissioner for Oaths
- IRWA
- Microsoft Office
- Project Management
- Environmental Regulations
- Surface Acquisition