Land acquisition specialist (m/f/d)
Pubblicato il 06-08-2026 - UKA – Der Energieparkentwickler in Palombara Sabina
The UKA Group is one of the leading project developers for renewable energies in Germany with 1.5 GW of onshore wind projects under construction and a pipeline under development in all its markets currently exceeding 19 gigawatts.
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To further expand this international growth, the UKA Group is strengthening its presence in Italy - one of our fastest-growing markets. As our Land acquisition specialist in Rome, you'll be at the forefront of securing the sites that make the energy transition real - project by project, landowner by landowner.
The Land acquisition specialist develops finds, secures, and manages land rights for solar (PV and Agri-PV), onshore wind, and battery storage systems. Key tasks include scouting of the sites, negotiating lease and or purchase agreements, and talking with property owners. The Land acquisition specialist travels to the different areas where projects are located, assesses the technical suitability of the land, and leads negotiations with landowners. You will report to the Managing Director and work closely with our development and legal teams.
Your responsibilities:
Negotiate lease or purchase agreements and other land control documents with management approval
Develop comprehensive strategies for acquiring and leasing parcels required for project development
Prepare commercial offers and negotiation details in coordination with Legal and Development teams
Maintain positive relationships with landowners and local project stakeholders
Maintain records of all land control instruments, supporting documentation, payments, and agreement deadlines
Assess site value and conduct due diligence to confirm eligibility for acquisition
Screen and prioritize sites against Italy's designated eligible areas
Search for and verify landowner contact information, ensuring correct assignment to corresponding plots
Obtain and analyze title deeds from property registries and notaries; review property boundaries for consistency with maps and actual land conditions
Monitor competitor land acquisition activity and market dynamics to support strategic siting decisions
Your profile:
Degree in Law, Agricultural Sciences, Architecture, Geography, or related field
More than 5 years of professional experience in real estate development, land acquisition, or territorial planning
Fluency in Italian (native); working knowledge of English
Proven experience in land management and acquisition for renewable energy projects in Italy
Knowledge of GIS, Google Earth, cadastral documentation (visure, sister and mappe catastali) and Italian permitting frameworks (Autorizzazione Unica, VIA, PAUR, PAS, aree idonee) xrdbqlu
Ability to communicate effectively and clearly with diverse stakeholders, including landowners, community leaders and public authorities, to convey complex technical information both verbally and in writing
Class B driver's license and availability for frequent business travel
Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence external stakeholders to achieve win-win outcomes
Cross-functional collaboration and cultural sensitivity in working with internal and external teams from diverse backgrounds
We offer to you:
Opportunity to work in an international environment
An interesting range of tasks in a dynamically developing renewable energy industry
Opportunities for personal and professional development
A friendly and supportive working atmosphere
Meal vouchers
Hybrid working options / possibility of home office