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Manager, Land & Development Contracts

United States, Scottsdale 134000.00 - 173000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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Job Description

Reporting to the Managing Director of Development and Land Management, the Manager of Land & Development Contracts will coordinate a team of individuals that will run key processes, including management and payment of landowner rents and royalties, lease analysis and interpretation, lease abstracting, title/ownership verification, and accounts payable. The Manager of this team will also provide general administrative support to the Development team regarding service contracting and invoicing as well as playing a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of land records and division order documentation.

Job Responsibility

  • Responsible for determining division of interest, calculating royalties, and ensuring timely payment for complex transactions using S4 Hana REFX module and adjusting ownership through the life of the asset
  • Oversee the team that is the primary contact for landowners on all inquiries related to lease payments, change of address, payment instructions, and other lease administration activities
  • Support the land lease payment budgeting and forecasting process for operational and development assets
  • Review title opinions, probates, affidavits, assignments, and other legal documents to determine ownership
  • Interface with developers, landmen, Asset Managers, attorneys, accounting, and other stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and maintain/update ownership records
  • Work with Vendor Management to set up new vendors
  • Generate intercompany payment requests
  • Assist with improving and documenting processes
  • Support compliance activities by maintaining and assisting with the execution of contract obligations in Clearway’s contract management system
  • Coordinate with the company's GIS function to bolster the company’s spatial awareness of real estate agreements
  • Represent the department in intercompany meetings relevant to asset management, accounting, and risk mitigation

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Energy Management, Business, Law, or related field preferred
  • in lieu of a degree, 5+ years of administering royalty payments and division order documentation
  • Previous Division Order Analyst (DOI) (Royalty) experience is strongly preferred
  • General understanding of the development, construction, and operations of renewable energy projects
  • Managerial experience leading a team of regionally focused analysts
  • Experience manipulating and managing large amounts of MS Excel-based data
  • Ability to read complex agreements for specific provisions related to payment and notice requirements
  • Proficient in the MS Office suite, including intermediate-advanced knowledge of MS Excel
  • Ability to perform well under pressure in a demanding environment and occasionally work extended hours to meet project deadlines
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented

Nice to have

  • 7+ years of experience with royalty management and division order/title analysis
  • A Juris Doctor or a Paralegal certificate is highly desirable
  • Experience with S4 Hana REFX module
  • Experience with GIS and databases
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Experience in PowerPoint and in presenting ideas

What we offer

  • generous PTO
  • medical, dental & vision care
  • HSAs with company contributions
  • health FSAs
  • dependent daycare FSAs
  • commuter benefits
  • relocation
  • a 401(k) plan with employer match
  • a variety of life & accident insurances
  • fertility programs
  • adoption assistance
  • generous parental leave
  • tuition reimbursement
  • benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships
  • annual cash bonus

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