Real Estate Services Manager, Solar Development

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IN THE RENEWABLE ENERGY INDUSTRY IS MANDATORY

APPLICANTS WITHOUT THE REQUIRED EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Company Description

ESA is a leading solar development firm dedicated to advancing America’s energy independence by "Providing Pathways to Energy Independence".

With over 8 GW of solar and energy storage projects successfully developed over the past decade, ESA has a diverse portfolio including corporate, industrial, community solar, and utility-scale projects.

Operating across 24 states, ESA is committed to strengthening the nation’s energy infrastructure.

As an independent company, ESA delivers large-scale, impactful projects that align with national energy objectives.

Learn more about us at www.esa-solar.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.

Role Description

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IN THE RENEWABLE ENERGY INDUSTRY IS MANDATORY

APPLICANTS WITHOUT THE REQUIRED EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

The Real Estate Services (RES) Manager will oversee the RES department which is responsible for contracts and agreements, title, documentation, stakeholder coordination, and financial oversight. The RES Manager is expected to carry out responsibilities related to leadership of the RES team, delegation of required tasks, & continuous improvements related to operational management.

Qualifications

• Experience in the renewal energy industry is mandatory
• Experience with real estate contracts and agreements, title, documentation, stakeholder coordination, and financial oversight
• Understanding of land use laws, zoning regulations, and permitting processes
• Ability to collaborate with legal teams and stakeholders effectively
• Project management and organizational skills with the ability meet deadlines
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of GIS tools and mapping software is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent amount of on-the-job experience

Full Job Description

Job Title: Real Estate Services (RES) Manager

Team Leadership, Delegation, & Operational Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Real Estate Services Team, overseeing daily personnel management (e.g., PTO, remote schedules, performance management, learning and career development).
• Act as the primary decision-maker for issues, resolving complex contract, title, payment, and stakeholder challenges efficiently and effectively.
• Delegate tasks and oversee workflows using established SOPs, assigning responsibilities such as contract agreement creation, redlines, document ordering, and document assessments, while ensuring alignment with priorities and deadlines.
• Establish and enforce team priorities, performance expectations, and service levels to ensure timely, accurate execution of all deliverables.
• Serve as the primary liaison for the Real Estate Services department and internal stakeholders, addressing complex inquiries related to timing, payments, documents, deliverables, etc.

Contract, Title, & Documentation Management

• Oversee the preparation, review, and execution of contract agreements and related legal documents (e.g., amendments, extensions, assignments, terminations, etc.), ensuring compliance, accuracy, and consistency.
• Direct the review and analysis of complex documentation (e.g., deeds, liens, easements, judgments, etc.), ensuring proper validation and identification of potential risks.
• Lead the review of commitments, resolving issues and ensuring alignment with project requirements, legal standards, and risk mitigation practices.
• Oversee management of contract templates, clause libraries, and documentation standards, coordinating updates with legal counsel and internal stakeholders to maintain legal compliance and best practices.
• Ensure all contract records, stakeholder communications, and company documentation are properly maintained, organized, and audit-ready.

Stakeholder Coordination, Financial Oversight, & Process Excellence

• Oversee stakeholder coordination and contract execution workflows across internal teams, external legal partners, and third-party contacts to ensure timely delivery of agreements and supporting documents.
• Provide oversight of stakeholder payment processes and tracking systems, ensuring accuracy, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining financial accountability.
• Manage third-party relationships for title work, reporting, and document procurement, etc., ensuring deliverables meet timeline, quality, and compliance expectations.
• Oversee tracking systems, reporting, and data integrity for contracts, payments, and documentation, ensuring visibility into performance and supporting informed decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes, systems, and workflows to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and improve functional alignment.

Functional Area Role

• Team Leadership & Performance: Lead team, manage performance, approve PTO, coach, and develop staff.
• Task Delegation & Prioritization: Assign tasks, set priorities, monitor workload and deadlines.
• Escalations & Decision-Making: Resolve issues, make final decisions on contracts, payments, and risks based on established past practices.
• Contract Drafting & Processing: Support and oversee, provide guidance, review exceptions, approve non-standard terms.
• Clause Library & Templates: Approve standards, oversee updates, ensure legal compliance.
• Title Work & Documentation: Oversee cases, resolve issues, set direction.
• Stakeholder Payments & Tracking: Ensure accuracy, resolve discrepancies, approve exceptions.
• Project Tracking Portal Management: Ensure proper delegation, workflow efficiency, and accountability.
• Third-Party Coordination: Oversee and manage key relationships, resolve escalations.
• Cross-Functional Liaison: Handle inquiries, represent team in escalated discussions.
• Document Review & Risk Identification: Final review of complex/high-risk items, decision authority based on established past practices.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance: Set standards, ensure compliance, audit processes.
• Process Improvement & SOPs: Identify improvements, implement changes, drive efficiency.
• Internal/External Relationships: Build and maintain strategic relationships (legal, stakeholders, leadership).