Volta is currently seeking two experienced Land Managers to support ongoing infrastructure and energy development projects across multiple markets. This role is critical to the successful execution of land acquisition campaigns and requires a seasoned professional capable of leading field operations, managing client relationships, and driving project performance.
Qualified candidates should possess a minimum of 10+ years of land experience, a relevant degree or equivalent field experience, and active membership with either the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL) or the International Right of Way Association (IRWA).
The Land Manager will be responsible for full-cycle land acquisition oversight, including team leadership, project execution, budget management, and client coordination. This individual will serve as the primary point of accountability for land operations within assigned projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage land acquisition efforts across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and budgets
Supervise and mentor a team of up to 10+ land agents, contract personnel, and support staff
Direct day-to-day field operations including landowner outreach, negotiations, easement and lease acquisition, and issue resolution
Develop and implement acquisition strategies, including identification of anchor landowners and prioritization of key parcels
Oversee project setup including GIS integration, parcel tracking, and landowner data management
Manage project budgets, forecasts, and burn rates to ensure financial performance and cost control
Coordinate closely with title teams to ensure accuracy of ownership, curative processes, and document readiness
Interface directly with clients, developers, and internal stakeholders to provide updates, resolve issues, and maintain alignment
Monitor team performance, enforce accountability, and ensure productivity targets and KPIs are achieved
Ensure compliance with all client requirements, regulatory standards, and internal best practices
Build, maintain, and deliver weekly field reports and project updates to internal leadership and clients (full ownership of reporting cadence and accuracy)
Support document execution processes, including review of agreements, tracking of signatures, and closing coordination
Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to avoid project delays or conflicts
Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and training of land agents and support personnel as projects scale
Sales & Business Development
Actively support business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities within existing client projects
Maintain and grow client relationships through consistent communication and high-performance delivery
Identify expansion opportunities (additional scope, acreage, or services) within active projects
Support proposal development, scope creation, and client presentations as needed
Represent Volta in client meetings, field visits, and industry interactions
Qualifications
Minimum 10+ years of land acquisition experience (renewables, transmission, infrastructure, or oil & gas preferred)
Proven experience managing field teams and large-scale land campaigns
Active AAPL or IRWA membership preferred
Strong understanding of land acquisition processes, title, and real property principles
Experience with GIS platforms, land systems (e.g., LandVault), and reporting tools
Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, schedules, and multi-state projects
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-growth environments with minimal oversight
Key Attributes
Strong leadership presence with the ability to drive performance and accountability
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through
Client-facing professionalism with the ability to manage complex relationships
Strategic thinker with a hands-on, execution-focused mindset
Entrepreneurial attitude aligned with Volta’s growth-driven culture
Flexible work from home options available.