Director of Land Acquisition

About the role

As the Director of Land Acquisition, you are responsible for finding, acquiring, and prioritizing land acquisitions for the Division. You will manage land purchases through the entitlement process, provide information for and participate in the coordination of land acquisition packages (proformas) for corporate approval, and work directly with senior leadership to seek land in areas and price ranges consistent with the Division's goals and market survey data. The focus of this position is on land deals that optimize return on investment and minimize risk to the company.

Responsibilities

• Strong land negotiation and contract skills.
• Computer and financial analysis proficiencies, along with the ability to utilize web-based software to efficiently seek out land opportunities in desirable locations.
• Understand market and industry trends.
• Demonstrate leadership capabilities, including motivating teams, employee development, and being results-oriented.
• Connect with people and develop and maintain professional relationships.
• Strong verbal and written communication, with the ability to take complex concepts and communicate accurately and persuasively.
• Meet corporate deadlines by utilizing effective time management skills.
• Work within a team-setting, inclusive of others' ideas, and a willingness to cooperate.
• Make quick and accurate decisions based heavily on facts, data, and/or metrics.
• Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe applications with particular strength in Excel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field.
• Minimum 7 years of proven land experience in acquisition, contract negotiation, and relationship building.
• Prior management experience.
• Home building or related construction/real estate industry experience preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal.
• Comfortable presenting ideas and solutions to leadership and key business partners.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and time management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships.
• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Work Environment

The work environment is representative of an office/field setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.

Physical Demands

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate office equipment such as a computer, copier, and office supplies. Driving is required. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with their arms and hands, and to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.