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Duke Energy Corporation · 22 hours ago

Senior Real Estate Representative

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

4+ years exp

Duke Energy Corporation is a leading energy company committed to making a difference in people's lives. They are seeking a Senior Real Estate Representative responsible for negotiating and acquiring land rights necessary for the installation and maintenance of company facilities, while also mentoring teammates and improving processes.

Clean EnergyEnergyHardwareHydroelectricOil and GasService Industry

No H1B

Responsibilities

Utilize advanced communication and negotiation skills to acquire property and property rights required by the Company, its subsidiaries, and others

Utilizes advanced negotiating strategies and critical thinking skills to facilitate the acquisition process. Handles negotiations and tracking complex projects with special entities (Government, DOT, municipalities, industrial, etc.)

Act as subject matter expert pertaining to company policies and procedures and demonstrate the ability to communicate to the public and landowners, while responding to their questions with limited assistance from Lead Real Estate Rep or Management

Ability to conduct or/assist RE Associate /RE Rep with high-profile real estate transactions and the most complex transactions of small value or non-monetary projects as needed. Value/Research properties/property rights to estimate the fair market value as indicated using accepted approaches to real estate valuation

Research public records, interview independent real estate professionals and compiles market data for use in the valuation process

Research public records to identify and or assist RE Associate/RE Rep with ownership in preparation of document preparation

Analyzes/interpret and/or assist RE Associate/RE Rep with market data to obtain initial value for the assigned appraisal subject as needed

Research and/or assist RE Associate /RE Rep with internal records for existing land right records to aid external customers and internal business partners. Utilize working knowledge of real estate law and engineering discipline and its application to Company acquisition projects

Demonstrates advanced understanding of engineering drawings, DOT, municipality, highway drawings and legends

Conducts research and takes appropriate action to obtain clear title to property, e.g., interviews all parties who may have an ownership interest, coordinates requests for attorney prepared title opinions as needed

Conduct training for vendors and internal personnel on all real estate process and procedures

Assist Lead Real Estate Rep with development and updating of all training process documentation and procedures

Identifies and/or assist RE Associate/RE Rep with defects in land titles and assist in the resolution of clear title is acquired as needed

Advises internal business partners and assists Attorneys in legal proceedings related to eminent domain preparation. Research and review Franchise Agreements, Municipal Charters, and other legal documents as necessary to determine company rights. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external personnel/groups

Facilitates and/or assist RE Associate/RE Rep with communication and coordination between internal business partners in the acquisition and disposition (release of easement) of real estate interests

Works closely with and/or assist RE Associate/RE Rep with internal business partners and external customers to resolve right of way issues within established schedule and budget to provide timely construction of company facilities and efficient utilization of company resources

Perform audits as necessary on RE Associate and RE Rep work output and discuss findings with Lead Real Estate Rep

Interfaces with Lead Real Estate Rep and Legal Department personnel on matters relating to real estate law, property title questions, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) related matters, and commission and/or court testimony

Acts as the subject matter expert in real estate matters to ensure best practices and procedures are followed in the protection and utilization of company assets

Identifies and acts on opportunities to acquire easements whenever possible to protect company assets

Utilizes Corporate collaboration tools and Work Management System to track, manage, and report on workload. Provide oversight for Vendor managed projects

Define and communicate project scope and track vendor progress to ensure project milestones are met

Manage risks assess and mitigate risks Vendor may uncover from property owners and then elevate these to management

Act as subject matter expert for vendor related questions

Administering vendor invoicing

Monitor vendor spend and collaborate with Lead Real Estate Rep on purchase order funding and compliance

May perform audits on vendor work output and discuss findings with Lead Real Estate Rep. Remain abreast of current best practices, regulations, and laws relating to all Real Estate functions

Research professional journals and publications

Reviews information disseminated by Legal and Tax Departments, State Boards, etc., on changes to various real estate, tax, safety, and environmental laws and codes and ensures compliance by subordinates

Stays abreast of current real estate market conditions through interface with various local, regional, and national real estate professionals, e.g., appraisers, attorneys, negotiators, brokers, other real estate managers outside of Duke Energy

Stays in touch with issues from the International Right-of-Way Association

Participates in professional organizations and associations (e.g. IRWA, SGA, SEE)

Qualification

Land rights negotiationEminent domain expertiseReal estate law knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteVendor management experienceBudgeting skillsCommunication skillsCritical thinkingNegotiation skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business or Other Related Degree

4 years related work experience

In lieu of Bachelor's degree(s) AND 4 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 8 year(s) related work experience

Driver's License

Notary License Required within 6 months of hire

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Real Estate or other related degree + 4 yrs. related work experience, OR

Associate Degree in Business, Real Estate or other related degree + 6 yrs. related work experience, OR

HS/GED + 8 yrs related work experience

Preferred

Notary Public and/or Real Estate License and/or Related real estate professional designation or certificate, having met requirements of a recognized industry association (i.e. IRWA, Appraisal Institute, CoreNet, SGA, CCIM, etc.)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Experience in a public utility industry (electric, gas, municipality) or related technical field

Knowledge of workplans, survey, paralegal, land development and/or engineering

Demonstrated being highly organized, self-motivated, critical/problem solving, negotiation skills, budgeting, excellent written and verbal communications

Basic understanding of corporate financial systems: assessment of capitalized vs. O&M spend and budget development/management

Vendor Management Experience: RFP development, proposal review and selection, consultant oversight, invoicing review and approval

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and meet deadlines