SunEnergy1 · 2 hours ago
Real Estate Paralegal (Utility-Scale Solar)
Charlotte, NC
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSunEnergy1 is a company focused on utility-scale solar development, seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to support their Legal Department. The role involves managing real estate transactions, assisting with land acquisition efforts, and coordinating title and survey reviews for solar project sites.
Energy EfficiencyRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation and administration of land agreements including:
Solar site leases
Options to lease / options to purchase
Easements (access, utility, transmission)
Purchase and sale agreements
Memorandums of lease and related filings
Support legal counsel in drafting and managing amendments, extensions, assignments, and estoppels
Coordinate execution of land agreements and track signature status using DocuSign or similar platforms
Maintain contract templates and ensure executed versions are properly stored and indexed
Order and track title commitments, title policies, and related endorsements
Coordinate with title companies to resolve title issues including liens, encumbrances, and curative requirements
Assist with review of title exceptions, legal descriptions, and easement documents
Coordinate survey requests and track ALTA/NSPS surveys and boundary surveys
Support the collection of due diligence items including zoning confirmations, tax parcel data, and recorded documents
Coordinate recording of real estate documents with county clerks/recorders
Prepare and submit recording packages, including cover sheets, notary acknowledgments, and payment details
Maintain tracking logs for recorded documents and confirm receipt of stamped/recorded copies
Assist with UCC filings and releases as needed in connection with real estate and financing activities
Maintain organized real estate project files for each solar site, ensuring proper version control
Create and manage internal tracking spreadsheets for:
Landowner outreach status
Agreement execution status
Option/lease expiration dates
Rent payment schedules
Recording completion
Title and survey milestones
Ensure confidentiality and accuracy of sensitive landowner and transaction documents
Support real estate closings for acquisitions, project sales, and financing transactions
Assist in preparing closing binders, checklists, and deliverable summaries
Coordinate with outside counsel and internal teams to ensure all required real estate documents are completed prior to project milestones (NTP, financing close, COD)
Assist with preparation of estoppel certificates, landlord consents, and assignments
Serve as a point of contact for landowners, brokers, title companies, surveyors, and outside counsel
Coordinate notary services, mailings, and landowner correspondence as needed
Work cross-functionally with Development, Engineering, and Construction teams to support site control requirements
Qualification
Required
Associate's or Bachelor's degree required (Paralegal Certificate preferred)
3+ years of experience as a Real Estate Paralegal or in a similar legal support role
Strong working knowledge of real estate transactions, leases, easements, and recording processes
Experience coordinating title and survey requests and tracking curative actions
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and document storage systems (SharePoint, Box, etc.)
Excellent organizational and time management skills with high attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience in renewable energy, utility-scale solar, wind, transmission, or infrastructure development
Familiarity with land acquisition processes for large-scale projects
Experience with title commitments, ALTA policies, endorsements, and curative requirements
Experience with DocuSign or other electronic signature platforms
Experience working with multi-state real estate portfolios
Understanding of zoning and permitting documentation related to land development
Experience with GIS parcel mapping or working with parcel identification tools (preferred but not required)
Company
SunEnergy1
SunEnergy1 is a specialist in solar development and deals with construction, design, maintenance and large-scale solar facilities.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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2025-01-22
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