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Job Summary

Land acquisition specialist should be experts in inspecting, appraising and assessing private and public property. He should observe property to find damage, locate property owners, negotiate property settlements, and make sure properties meet legal requirements before being sold or rented out by new owners. He should also be able to negotiate lease agreements with landlords and owners and help determine the worth of a piece of property. Coordinates with or supervises outside vendor partners.

Duties & Responsibilities

Negotiate land purchases, perpetual easements, lease extensions and prepayments with landowners.
Review ground leases and access easements for current terms, potential issues, and determination of negotiating strategy.
Prepare financial models for each proposed transaction. Determine accuracy of rent and expiration dates from company database and/or lease documents. Submit discrepancies to Property Management for review and resolution.
Verify adequacy of existing space for future tenants in conjunction with Area Property staff.
Previous experience in undertaking social studies and analysis in the power sector developments is desirable. Relevant polices, handbooks, and guidelines of ADB shall be adhered in preparation of the documentation.
Prepare company documentation for Property Committee submittals and obtain appropriate approvals.
Communicate activities with team members and other departments as needed.
Keep Project Manager informed of all activities, challenges and issues.
Prepares candidate information reports related to leasing and land use viability.
Prepares lease or other real estate agreements.
Draft and proof recordable transaction documents, easements, warranty deeds, etc. for legal department review.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

Three (3) years experience in site acquisition, real estate negotiation, or other negotiation and/or acquisition related transactions

Other Skills/Abilities


Real estate, sales or legal negotiation experience strongly desired.

Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively in a high volume environment.

Willingness to work over the phone on a continual basis to solve problems and work with landlords on ideas that are the best outcome for both parties.

A propensity to view new challenges as opportunities to achieve goals, rather than as problems.

Ability to read and comprehend legal documents such as ground leases, easements, deeds, land purchase contracts, mortgages, title policies, subordination and non-disturbance agreements.

Ability to read and comprehend legal descriptions, surveys and CAD drawings.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Company offers excellent salary/ benefit/ bonus package, only candidates with the required experience and education will be considered.

Having past experience in the field of land acquisition.

Submission Guideline

Qualified candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter to Jobs@statecorps.com, no later than January 05, 2013. Please include the name of position & Vacancy no in the subject line, otherwise your application will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.

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