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Land Manager

AES Corporation
United States, Ohio, Dayton
1065 Woodman Drive (Show on map)
Jul 01, 2026
Are you ready to be part of a companythat'snot just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8,300employees across 12 countries. AES has beenranked #1 byBloombergNEFin renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricityformillions of peopleworldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where weoperate. AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoringglobal leadership in advancing the electric power industry. Ifyou'reready to be part of a companythat'snot just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.We'renot just building a more sustainable future,we'repowering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader inglobalenergy. Role Overview The Land Manager is responsible for the oversight, execution, and continuous improvement of land management activities across AES Ohio-owned properties. This role ensures contractors deliver services in accordance with Master Service Agreements (MSAs), safety standards, environmental requirements, and operational expectations. The position partners closely with internal stakeholders to optimize land strategies, manage risk, and improve cost efficiency. Key Responsibilities Land Management Operations (Ohio) Lead all land management activities across substations, service centers, microwave sites, vacant land, laydown yards, and special-use properties Maintain site-specific scope requirements and ensure proper land classification and service alignment Coordinate routine and non-routine land maintenance to maintain safe, compliant, and reliable site conditions Contract Execution & Vendor Management Administer land management contracts in alignment with approved MSAs and service requirements (e.g., mowing, vegetation, snow removal) Serve as primary liaison with contractors, ensuring adherence to scope, frequency, and performance standards Monitor contractor performance, validate work completion, and drive corrective actions as needed Review and approve invoices, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and cost control Seasonal Operations (Snow & Weather Response) Oversee snow and ice management readiness and response across all Ohio land assets Coordinate contractor deployment and ensure adherence to priority response plans during weather events Cost Management & Continuous Improvement Identify and implement cost reduction and efficiency opportunities while maintaining service levels Evaluate and pilot alternative land maintenance strategies such as integrated vegetation management, reduced-frequency mowing, and automation solutions Assess risk, ROI, and operational feasibility of new approaches in collaboration with internal stakeholders Support cross-functional initiatives and apply improvements across AES Indiana and AES Ohio operations Compliance, Safety & Risk Management Ensure all work complies with AES policies, safety standards, and environmental and regulatory requirements Verify contractor compliance with access, training, PPE, and site security protocols Monitor and support compliance with evolving environmental and land-use regulations, including wildlife-related initiatives Qualifications Required 5+ years of experience in land management, facilities operations, vegetation management, or contract/vendor management Experience managing service contracts, Master Service Agreements, and third-party vendors Ability to manage geographically dispersed assets and field operations Preferred Experience in utility, infrastructure, or asset-intensive environments Familiarity with integrated vegetation management programs or emerging land maintenance technologies AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.