Land Manager – Solar Projects
Location: Chh. Sambhajinagar (HQ) | Project sites across Maharashtra
Department: Land
Experience: 6–10 Years in Solar / Infrastructure / Real Estate
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: 5–8 LPA (based on experience and current CTC)₹
Education: BE/B.Tech Civil / Any Graduate
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Land Manager to handle all land acquisition, documentation, and liaison activities for utility-scale and ground-mount solar projects across Maharashtra. The role demands strong knowledge of land records, revenue department processes, and local government engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Land Acquisition & Due Diligence
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Identify and evaluate land parcels suitable for solar projects based on technical and commercial criteria
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Conduct due diligence on land title, encumbrances, litigation history, and revenue records (7/12, 8A, mutation entries)
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Coordinate land surveys, demarcation, and boundary verification with revenue officials
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Negotiate land lease/purchase agreements with landowners and aggregators
Documentation & Legal Compliance
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Prepare and execute lease deeds, sale agreements, power of attorney, and consent letters
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Ensure all land documents are registered and compliant with Maharashtra Revenue and land laws
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Manage land conversion (NA order) and change of use permissions
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Maintain a centralised land records repository for all projects
Government & Stakeholder Liaison
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Interface with Talathi, Circle Officer, Sub-Registrar, Tehsildar, and Collector offices for approvals
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Coordinate with MEDA, MSEDCL, and nodal agencies for land-related clearances
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Manage relationships with local panchayats, gram sabhas, and community stakeholders
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Handle NOC collection from adjoining landowners and local bodies
Project Coordination
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Coordinate with design, execution, and legal teams to ensure land availability aligned with project timelines
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Support EPC handover process with clear land demarcation and access road agreements
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Track and resolve encroachments, disputes, or objections during construction
Required Skills & Competencies
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Strong knowledge of Maharashtra land revenue system — 7/12, 8A, mutation, NA conversion
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Familiarity with PM-KUSUM, MSKVY, and other state solar scheme land requirements
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Proficiency in reading survey maps, cadastral maps, and GIS-based land layouts
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Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
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Fluency in Marathi and Hindi (mandatory); English working knowledge
Candidate Profile
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6–10 years in land acquisition for solar, infrastructure, or real estate projects
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Local network with revenue officials and land aggregators in Maharashtra
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Willingness to travel extensively across project districts
Pay: Up to ₹800,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
