Land Acquisition and Site Development
- Identify suitable land parcels for greenfield project development in coordination with the BD / PD team
- Lead preliminary due diligence and risk assessment of land status
- Support techno-commercial due diligence with BD / PD teams during site evaluation and bidding
- Ensure land acquisition aligns with project budgets and timelines
- Manage contracting and coordination with land aggregators / developers, in consultation with legal and BD teams
- Supervise site demarcation in coordination with project development
- Ensure timely procurement of land documents from relevant stakeholders for legal due diligence
- Collaborate with legal for finalization of purchase, lease, mutation, and transfer documentation
- Maintain accurate land title records for pooling substations, EHV lines, project offices, and access roads
- Approve work completion certificates as per contract milestones and manage land-related payments
- Ensure smooth land possession and handover to project teams to facilitate timely construction
Right of Way (ROW) Resolution
Provide expertise to resolve ROW disputes, including negotiations with farmers, legal representatives, and law enforcement authoritiesWork with Construction teams to address ROW issues related to transmission tower erection and associated infrastructureManage permissions, agreements, documentation, and payments related to ROWSupport legal teams in addressing and mitigating disputes or litigation during project executionLand Documentation and Compliance
Maintain custody and control of all land-related documents including ROW, lease, ownership, and mutation papersKeep records of validity dates for owned or leased real estate assetsDevelop and implement systems for easy access and retrieval of land documentsInterface with local authorities (Collector, DM, SDM) for transmission tower-related clearances and issue resolutionEnsure payment of taxes, levies, and claims in coordination with finance and legal teamsPermitting and Government Liaison
Support the Project Development team in securing permits and clearances related to land, grid connectivity, and statutory approvals (e.g., AAI, MOD)Maintain effective coordination with state and central authorities for regulatory complianceSkills Required
Land Acquisition, Legal Compliance