Job Type:Permanent
THE POSITIONKeyera is seeking a
Team Lead, Land Acquisition & Projects to join our land team. This role leads a team supporting capital projects, strategic initiatives, and complex matters across the organization. You will ensure land rights are secured on time, stakeholder relationships are well managed, and complex or high-risk issues are resolved with sound judgment and specialized expertise.
In addition to delivering project work, the team serves as a centre of expertise for complex land matters, including sensitive negotiations, legacy issues, and other high-impact challenges requiring advanced problem-solving and negotiation skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Lead and mentor a team responsible for land acquisition and project support
- Oversee negotiation of land agreements including easements, rights-of-way, and surface leases
- Support project development through route selection, stakeholder engagement, and land strategy
- Ensure land deliverables align with project schedules and construction timelines
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to avoid project delays
- Coordinate with internal teams including Project Management, Engineering, Legal, and Regulatory
- Support regulatory applications and landowner consultation programs
- Manage project land budgets, forecasts, and contractor performance
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members and contribute to process improvements, documentation standards, and operational efficiencies within the Land team
- Collaborate across departments to support safe, compliant, and efficient project execution
QUALIFICATIONS- Minimum ten (10) years of Surface Land experience, preferably working in Capital projects and acquisitions
- Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring a team
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Experience supporting large-scale capital projects
- Knowledge of applicable land and regulatory frameworks (Canada and/or U.S. is a strong asset)
- Experience with land management systems (e.g., Pandell LandWorks) is considered an asset
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment
- Problem-solving and risk management
- Collaborative and cross-functional mindset
- Valid Alberta Land Agents License is considered an asset
Posting Expiry Date:Jul 1, 2026
