Land Acquisition Analyst
KB Home is one of America's largest and most trusted homebuilders, with nearly 700,000 quality homes built over our more than 65-year history. Operating across 21 divisions in 9 states, we create places where families can make a lifetime of memories. Our foundation is our people, fostering genuine relationships with customers throughout their homebuying journey.
About the role
The Land Acquisition Analyst supports our Land Acquisition team by researching, analyzing, and managing land data to optimize the value of current and potential assets. This role identifies acquisition opportunities that align with our market strategy and business plan, leveraging analytical skills and market insights to drive impactful decisions and contribute to company growth.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing financial proformas to evaluate proposed land acquisitions.
- Coordinate with the development team to establish budgets and schedules for proformas.
- Collaborate across departments to assess home construction costs and buyer preferences.
- Analyze due diligence information for potential investments.
- Extract and interpret data from sources such as MLS, company databases, Metrostudy, LandVision, Census Bureau, and other websites.
- Prepare pre-acquisition investment briefs and supporting materials.
- Maintain financial proformas post-acquisition to track community performance and identify enhancements.
- Develop detailed Land Packages with supporting data for submission to the Corporate Land Committee.
- Prepare follow-up analysis and transaction forms to facilitate funds transfers for acquisitions.
- Contribute to the annual Market Strategy report and support ad hoc projects as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Real Estate).
- 1-3 years of experience in land acquisition, transactional work, or entitlement/forward planning in real estate development preferred.
- Technical and analytical proficiency.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Competence in Microsoft Suite (at least intermediate level).
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
- Track record of meeting deadlines.
- Market analysis experience is an advantage.
- Experience with mapping software (ArcGIS, Google Earth, LandVision) is a plus.
- Full-time, 8-hour workdays with flexibility for overtime as needed.
- Ability to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation, including standing or sitting for extended periods, moving about the work location, driving/traveling as needed, walking up and down stairs, and observing details at close range.
- Ability to transport and move up to 20 lbs (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/IT/Land/Marketing/Sales/Studio).
- Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/Land/Sales).
- On-site position at the KB Home Division Office.
Pay
USD $85,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 per year, paid semi-monthly. Other rewards may include bonuses or role-specific awards.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage.
- Employee wellness program.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.