Qcells North America
Senior Analyst, Land & Real Estate Management
Qcells North America, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Senior Analyst, Land & Real Estate Management
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Qcells North America
Base Pay Range $100,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Description We are seeking a Real Estate & Land Senior Analyst to support and lead all land‑related aspects of our solar & storage development business. This role will be instrumental across the full lifecycle of our projects—from acquisition and greenfield development to asset sales. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in land due diligence, site control, permitting, and landowner relations, with a strong understanding of real‑estate matters in renewable energy projects.
Responsibilities
Conduct land due diligence for project acquisitions, including site control, survey, title review, encumbrances, and access.
Coordinate with legal and development teams to validate site control and land‑related risks and identify mitigation strategies where applicable.
Engage with landowners to resolve outstanding issues pre‑ and post‑close.
Support the effort to negotiate lease and easement agreements with landowners.
Manage permitting and land‑use approvals in coordination with local authorities.
Track land‑related milestones and obligations through development.
Prepare and deliver land‑related documentation for asset sales.
Support IPP partners with land diligence, title policies, and post‑close obligations.
Ensure clean handoff of land contracts, payments, and compliance items.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in real‑estate, land development, or renewable energy.
Strong understanding of land acquisition, permitting, and title processes.
Experience negotiating land agreements and managing landowner relationships.
Familiarity with solar development is preferred.
Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Ability to travel (10%) as needed to project sites and landowner meetings.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with GIS tools, land databases, and permitting platforms.
Legal or paralegal background in real‑estate transactions a plus.
Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. HQCA is headquartered in Irvine, California, and is rapidly expanding its North American business through distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services.
Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands
Mobility Standing – 20% of time Sitting – 70% of time Walking – 10% of time
Strength Pulling up to 10 pounds Pushing up to 10 pounds Carrying up to 10 pounds Lifting up to 10 pounds
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never) Typing – F Handling – F Reaching – F
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never) Turning – F Twisting – F Bending – O Crouching – O Balancing – N Climbing – N Crawling – N Kneeling – N
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Management
Location: Irvine, CA (additional locations may be considered)
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Qcells North America
Base Pay Range $100,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Description We are seeking a Real Estate & Land Senior Analyst to support and lead all land‑related aspects of our solar & storage development business. This role will be instrumental across the full lifecycle of our projects—from acquisition and greenfield development to asset sales. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in land due diligence, site control, permitting, and landowner relations, with a strong understanding of real‑estate matters in renewable energy projects.
Responsibilities
Conduct land due diligence for project acquisitions, including site control, survey, title review, encumbrances, and access.
Coordinate with legal and development teams to validate site control and land‑related risks and identify mitigation strategies where applicable.
Engage with landowners to resolve outstanding issues pre‑ and post‑close.
Support the effort to negotiate lease and easement agreements with landowners.
Manage permitting and land‑use approvals in coordination with local authorities.
Track land‑related milestones and obligations through development.
Prepare and deliver land‑related documentation for asset sales.
Support IPP partners with land diligence, title policies, and post‑close obligations.
Ensure clean handoff of land contracts, payments, and compliance items.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in real‑estate, land development, or renewable energy.
Strong understanding of land acquisition, permitting, and title processes.
Experience negotiating land agreements and managing landowner relationships.
Familiarity with solar development is preferred.
Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Ability to travel (10%) as needed to project sites and landowner meetings.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with GIS tools, land databases, and permitting platforms.
Legal or paralegal background in real‑estate transactions a plus.
Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. HQCA is headquartered in Irvine, California, and is rapidly expanding its North American business through distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services.
Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands
Mobility Standing – 20% of time Sitting – 70% of time Walking – 10% of time
Strength Pulling up to 10 pounds Pushing up to 10 pounds Carrying up to 10 pounds Lifting up to 10 pounds
Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never) Typing – F Handling – F Reaching – F
Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never) Turning – F Twisting – F Bending – O Crouching – O Balancing – N Climbing – N Crawling – N Kneeling – N
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Sales and Management
Location: Irvine, CA (additional locations may be considered)
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