Land Acquisition Associate

Land Acquisition Associate

We're a team of friends bound together by a mission to preserve our planet for future generations through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. Intersect develops, constructs, and operates the most ambitious power and data center infrastructure in the country by co-locating industrial demand with dedicated gas and renewable power generation.

Intersect was acquired by Google in March 2026 and operates as an independent subsidiary. We are developing and constructing multiple gigawatts of energy and data center projects in the U.S., enabling more data center and generation capacity to come online faster. We're on an aggressive growth trajectory and looking for people hungry to tackle the largest energy challenges on the planet.

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We've been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office - we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.

The Land Acquisitions team operates primarily across the ERCOT and SPP markets, supporting a diverse portfolio of renewable energy and infrastructure projects including wind, solar, battery energy storage, oil, gas & minerals (OGM), transmission, and data centers. The team is responsible for the full project development lifecycle, from early-stage strategy through the start of construction, with a primary focus on site selection, land acquisition, and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and long-term economic value. Working cross-functionally with technical and commercial subject matter experts, the team plays a critical role in advancing large-scale development opportunities.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Land Acquisition Associate to support real estate workstreams across multiple large-scale renewable energy projects in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Reporting directly to the Head of Land Acquisition and partnering closely with the Development team, you will contribute to land acquisition campaigns, site control activities, project tracking, and stakeholder coordination throughout the development process.

What You'll Do

• Support the land acquisition process from site due diligence through execution of site control agreements, including assisting with title, survey, financing, and construction-related activities.
• Assist with the development of wind, solar, battery storage, and other real estate projects from early-stage strategy through financial close and construction.
• Manage day-to-day administration of land documentation, GIS tools, project trackers, budgets, schedules, and development databases.
• Support the negotiation and administration of land agreements, including leases, purchase agreements, easements, surface waivers, and other site control documents.
• Coordinate and oversee third-party land agents and document specialists, including auditing reports, monitoring compliance, and managing document workflows across multiple acquisition campaigns.
• Maintain internal site control trackers and Power BI reporting tools to provide project updates and progress reporting across the organization.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with landowners, community stakeholders, and project partners to support successful project development.
• Assist in preparing land acquisition budgets, executive presentations, and reporting materials.
• Provide ongoing support to the leaders of the Land Acquisition team.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in real estate, renewable energy, finance, management consulting, or a related industry.
• 1+ years of project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent organizational and relationship management abilities.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience working with data analysis or financial modeling tools.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment.
• Familiarity with land use, environmental policy, renewable energy development, or real estate transactions is preferred.
• Experience with Google Earth, GIS software, Power BI, or similar mapping and reporting tools is a plus.
• A passion for renewable energy and contributing to the energy transition.

Total Compensation: $100,000 - $112,000 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD)

Equity: Beyond your salary, you'll receive an Equity Grant, giving you a meaningful stake in our parent company.

Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision

Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)

Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning and family care support through Carrot and Maven

Mental health: Free access to Spring Health, including 5 free therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+

Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup, free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly company-paid credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

Intersect maintains a work environment free from discrimination, one where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling Intersect's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Intersect does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by and consistent with applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline.