Associate Real Estate Agent

About the position WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking an Associate Real Estate Agent in our Green Bay, Wisconsin location. This position offers a flexible hybrid (remote/in office) work arrangement. Individuals will be required to come into the Green Bay office as needed.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services. As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication. If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.Job Summary As an Associate Real Estate Agent at WEC Energy Group your primary focus will be on negotiating permissions, easements, permits, leases and licenses as needed on property not owned by WEC. This position manages real estate aspects of projects for generation, gas transmission, distribution facilities, asset management strategies, mergers, acquisition and disposal of company assets. Our Real Estate Agents have frequent external communications with the general public, business owners, government agencies and legal counsel. There is also frequent internal communications with legal counsel, surveyors, engineers, operational employees and design staff.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, secure and maintain purchases, easements, licenses, permits, leases and permissions for the construction, operation and maintenance of company facilities, including buildings, substations, hydro, wind, electric and gas utilities
• Perform all necessary research, document review, document preparation and record retention in the acquisition of real estate rights or property
• Manage and maintain company owned property and real estate interests
• Review and respond to requests from internal and external customers regarding land rights, encroachments, assignments and releases of easements
• Ensure excellent internal and external customer communication and relations
• Develop and maintain relationships with state, county, and local officials and staff
• Represent company’s interests at public hearings, informational meetings, real estate closings and jury trials
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills and the ability to handle a wide range of issues
• Perform work according to safety, rules, work procedures, and construction standards, and according to engineering design standards, if applicable
• Position may require travel, occasional late meetings and overnight stays

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience performing real estate functions, such as market analysis, title research, appraisal evaluations and negotiations for company land and land rights, including purchases/sales, leases, easements, permits and licenses
• 2+ years of experience interpreting, understanding and drafting real estate documents and contractual agreements such as deeds, purchase agreements, closing documents, licenses, leases, easements and permits
• Previous customer service or experience communicating with the general public
• Experience with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Strong negotiating, problem solving and analytical skills are essential
• Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills are required
• Valid Driver’s License

Nice-to-haves

• Associates degree in Business, Real Estate, Surveying or a related field is preferred

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