Land Management Senior II

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Career Level: 11

Primary Purpose:

This position will support the Golden Pacific Powerlink project. As part of this project, SDG&E will build, own and operate a new 500-kV transmission line running between the existing Imperial Valley Substation and the border of San Diego and Orange Counties. According to the California Independent System Operator (CAISO), this new project is essential for California to achieve its ambitious carbon reduction goals and the resilience and modernization of the electrical grid in Southern California by offering a new, critical pathway in a currently constrained area. Increasing transmission capacity across the region will help reduce unnecessary costs of congestion, integrate more clean energy, and expand access to resources in the Imperial Valley and the Southwest.


This position will be high visibility and will require someone adept with handling customer issues, the ability to research data, influence, and persuade customers, property owners, and stakeholders regarding right-of-way and construction plans and their associated impacts.

Leads complex land management initiatives by developing acquisition strategies, resolving title issues, and guiding permitting processes to optimize resource use and regulatory compliance.


Duties include time in the field [San Diego and Unincorporated San Diego, Riverside and Imperial Valley] and attending after-hours meetings.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Independently negotiates complex land transactions, including acquisitions, leases, and easements.
  • Develops land management strategies to optimize asset utilization and align with corporate objectives.
  • Oversees due diligence for high-value acquisitions, including environmental and regulatory assessments.
  • Advises leadership on market trends, valuation data, and regulatory changes impacting land assets.
  • Leads cross-functional teams in resolving complex land-related issues and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Establishes and maintains strategic partnerships with government agencies and industry organizations.
  • Reviews and approves land-related contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
  • Provides subject matter expertise on land use planning, zoning, and entitlement processes.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
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