Land Acquisition Analyst

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Initially investigate site characteristics, including current and required zoning, compatibility with land use plans, wetlands, topography, school districts, competitors, and proximity to employment centers and local services & amenities
• Identify land leads through contacting brokers and engineers, reviewing development websites, studying GIS and land use plans, driving areas, and researching available resources
• Maintain a database of land sales data, employment announcements, approved new subdivisions, and other relevant data to inform the land acquisition team
• Assist with contract prep documents and tracking contract milestone dates
• Complete project startup documents for all new deals at contract execution
• Attend meetings with sellers, brokers, and developers with the Land Acquisition Manager
• Learn how to negotiate and contract land and lots
• Affiliate with the Market Analyst to identify competitors for each new deal
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
• One year of related experience and/or training
• Familiarity with land acquisition, land development, real estate, and/or GIS research; or completion of coursework in a relatable degree program
• Efficient and effective at multitasking and meeting deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to apply critical thinking skills