Job Description
People are the heart of every business, and we thrive on connecting qualified workers with great companies across numerous sectors. LandSolutions is looking to expand their talent pipeline in the Greater Toronto Area to service our clients by supporting the Talent Sourcing team in our Land and Property Advisory Solutions Division. We are looking for Property Acquisition Officer to join our team and work directly in our Client’s office. As Property Acquisition Officer you will lead the effort to secure property assets and land access for infrastructure projects. Your role involves coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project goals are met. You will oversee property assessments, legal contracts, and negotiations with property owners, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and legal regulations. This is a term contract for initially 6 months with a potential for extension. Responsibilities: Work together with both internal and external partners, as well as real estate and project teams, to ensure property assets and land access are secured for project delivery. Help find and obtain properties needed for successful infrastructure projects, to assist project teams in delivering their goals. Oversee the work of both in-house employees and outside contractors as they carry out property assessments, surveys, legal contracts, and other essential property-related paperwork. Provide expert advice and support to project teams in developing cost estimates, identifying risks, and proposing strategies to mitigate risks and achieve project goals. Lead negotiations with property proprietors and oversee contract terms and consultant fees, ensuring alignment with organizational standards Oversee the purchase of land or property rights, following company guidelines and legal regulations. Prepare, organize, and maintain a variety of property-related reports, briefing documents, and presentation materials tailored for diverse client groups and senior executives. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in fields such as Land Use Planning, Urban Land Economics, Business Administration, Communications, Architecture, Law, Engineering, or related disciplines, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Professional designations or certifications in Real Estate, Planning, Project Management, or related fields would be considered an asset. Proven track record in negotiations and appraisal acquisitions, preferably within infrastructure projects, either in public or private sectors. Familiarity with or understanding of the Expropriations Act and construction practices would be advantageous. Expertise in real estate practices including land titles, commercial leasing, property appraisals, negotiations, acquisitions, and land development. Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills. LandSolutions is actively engaged in all areas of land access, including we serve Oil and Gas (Upstream and Midstream), Renewable Energy, Public Infrastructure, Power (Generation and Transmission), and Telecommunications Sectors. We are supported by more than 140 professionals and are well-established throughout Canada and the United States. We are looking for more of the best and brightest to join our committed team. If you are passionate about a career with LandSolutions we want to hear from you! LandSolutions Inc is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all and our selection process is free from bias or discrimination. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, status, national origin, or disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.#J-18808-Ljbffr