Team Lead, Land Acquisition & Projects

Keyera Career Opportunity

Why Keyera?

It’s our purpose-driven culture, benefits, and people. From flexible, customizable benefits and an employer-funded pension plan to our Keyera Connects social investment program and paid employee volunteer days, we’re focused on empowering our people and communities.

When you work with us, you'll enjoy:

Flexible Benefits to meet your individual and family needs, including

• $3,500 plus 4.5% of base salary each year to customize your benefits and investments

• Saving plan options, including an Employee Share Purchase Plan, RRSP, and TFSA

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan funded by Keyera up to 10% of base salary

• Wellness Personal Spending Account of $750 per year to cover wellness expenses

Paid vacation and eight flex days each year

• Two paid volunteer days each year to support the causes that are most important to you

• Employee Family Assistance Program with a variety of support resources from professional counselling to financial planning support and more.

Role/Location Specific

• Keyera’s Northern Allowance is a tiered incentive program based on years of service, currently offered to employees working at the following locations: Grande Prairie Office, Wapiti, Simonette, Gold Creek, South Cheecham, and Fox Creek Terminal. This information reflects the current state of the program and may be subject to change over time.

Please note that compensation and benefits may be different based on the work location, position, and a candidate's experience and qualifications.

Job Type:

THE POSITION

Keyera 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:

At Keyera, we embrace collaboration, inclusion, and a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. Our values foster an environment for every person to bring their whole self to work.

We offer a well-rounded total compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program designed with the well-being and empowerment of our employees and their families in mind.

If you are interested in an opportunity to join a winning, purpose-driven culture then you’ll enjoy a career with us.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.