Land Development Manager

Description :

Reports To : Lead – Land Acquisition and Legal work

1) Job Purpose :

To manage and oversee land acquisition activities for renewable energy projects particularly in the Pathan region. The role involves identifying suitable land parcels, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and liaising with key stakeholders to facilitate the acquisition process for project development.

2) Key Responsibilities :

Land Identification and Feasibility :

Identify suitable land parcels for renewable energy projects (wind / solar) in the Pathan region.

Conduct feasibility analysis to determine the viability of potential land for hybrid (solar / wind) projects.

Collaborate with internal teams for land survey, assessment, and technical evaluations.

Liaison and Coordination :

Liaise with government authorities, local farmers, village leaders, sarpanches, talatis, MLAs, and other relevant stakeholders for land acquisition.

Build relationships with local communities and key influencers to ease negotiations and ensure smooth land acquisition processes.

Work closely with land brokers, legal teams, and other parties to manage land acquisition-related matters.

Legal Compliance and Documentation :

Coordinate with legal authorities, land acquisition, and marketing departments to ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

Facilitate the collection of required documentation from Gram Panchayat offices, Mamlatdar offices, DILR offices, Forest offices, etc.

Manage the preparation and submission of documents for NOCs, clearances, and approvals from relevant departments, such as forest and mining.

Site Visits and Surveys :

Conduct site visits with Circle Officers, Mining Officers, Range Forest Officers, and other officials for location inspections, demarcation, and NOC-related work.

Oversee all types of survey work, including government wasteland, private land, sathani land, and forest land.

Familiar with GPS, Total Station, D-GPS, and other surveying tools for accurate land measurement and demarcation.

Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting :

Regularly report the progress of land acquisition activities, highlighting challenges and suggesting solutions to overcome obstacles.

Liaise with the marketing department for customer site visits and provide necessary support for client interactions.

Compliance and Risk Management :

Ensure compliance with legal and statutory requirements for land acquisition.

Proactively mitigate risks by addressing legal, community, and environmental concerns that could impact project timelines.

3) Key Skills and Competencies :

Strong experience in land acquisition processes, particularly in the renewable energy sector.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence various stakeholders.

Good knowledge of land laws, regulations, and statutory compliance.

Proficiency in GPS-based land surveys and experience using tools like MapSource, Google Earth, and UTM.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders in a fast- paced environment.

4) Qualifications :

Degree in Land Management, Geography, Law, or related field.

Minimum of 15 years of experience in land acquisition, with a focus on renewable energy projects.