Land Agent
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Job Summary
Branch: Electric
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Expected Hiring Range: $67300.00to $79100.00 annually
Short-term Incentive Eligible: Yes
Workplace Flexibility:Yes
Posting End Date: Open until filled
As the provinces largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience we proudly deliver renewable energy natural gas electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.
Were actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BCs Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2800 employees we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect belong and grow. Join us and together lets shape a brighter future for B.C.
Position Overview
Youre an expert in land acquisition in BC and know how to leverage your experience to bring together corporate objectives for effectively managing utility infrastructure. Your interpersonal skills enable you to tactfully and respectfully negotiate agreements that support a strategic vision and continue to set-up your team for success. We need your expertise and unique skillset in our Land Agent role.
As a Land Agent youll be responsible for the acquisition of land rights to support new and existing FortisBC Electric distribution transmission and generation infrastructure as well as maintaining existing tenures.
In this role you will:
- Facilitate and act as the primary contact for the land acquisition component of the new connects process as assigned.
- Provide support and guidance to a variety of stakeholders to improve project outcomes.
- Manage the lands acquisition component of capital plan projects as assigned.
What it takes:
- A bachelors degree in business economics or real estate from a recognized program plus one to three years of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
- Extensive knowledge of BC laws and regulations related to real estate.
- Knowledge of valuation techniques particularly as they relate to real estate Statutory Rights of Way (SRW) agreements survey plans and other real estate related documentation.
- Excellent decision-making skills to apply superior judgment strategic and innovative thinking.
- Great interpersonal skills to negotiate solutions effectively persuade develop agreements reach resolutions and building respectful working relationships.
In this role you will have the option to participate in a flexible work program enabling you to work from an approved flex location in British Columbia up to 85 days a year (equivalent to approximately two days a week) subject to business or operational needs.
Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities while being safe inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.
To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC please visit the Youre Applying. What now page for additional information.
FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.
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About Company
FortisBC delivers renewable energy, natural gas and electricity to 135 BC communities and 58 First Nations communities across 150 Traditional Territories.
