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cleanmax·4 months ago

Land Acquisition & Liaisoning - Amreli, Gujarat

Rajkot, IndiaRemoteFull-timeMid · 2-5 years

About this role

Role Objective

To lead land acquisition and government liaisoning activities for renewable energy projects, ensuring timely availability of land, statutory approvals, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Land Acquisition
  • Identify and finalize suitable land parcels for solar/wind projects
  • Conduct land due diligence including title verification, zoning, and feasibility
  • Negotiate with landowners, aggregators, and local stakeholders for land procurement (purchase/lease)
  • Execute land agreements, registration, and documentation
Liaisoning & Approvals
  • Liaise with government authorities (revenue, forest, local administration, DISCOMs, etc.)
  • Obtain necessary approvals, permits, and clearances for project development
  • Manage conversion of land (NA, agricultural to industrial, etc.)
  • Handle ROW (Right of Way) issues for transmission and access
Regulatory & Documentation
  • Ensure compliance with state policies and regulatory requirements
  • Maintain all land records, agreements, and approval documentation
  • Track status of applications and proactively resolve bottlenecks
Stakeholder Management
  • Build strong relationships with local communities, authorities, and partners
  • Manage on-ground issues including disputes, encroachments, and resistance
  • Coordinate with internal teams (Project, Legal, BD, EPC) for seamless execution

Must Have Skills

  • Strong experience in land acquisition and local liaisoning in Gujarat
  • Deep understanding of land laws, revenue processes, and approvals
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to work in remote project locations

Good to Have

  • Experience in renewable energy (solar/wind) projects
  • Local language proficiency (Gujarati)
  • Existing network with local authorities and land aggregators

Key Competencies

  • Problem-solving and conflict resolution
  • High ownership and execution focus
  • Strong follow-up and persistence
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and regulatory challenges