Manager Land Acquisition

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About the role

This position involves identifying land suitable for acquisition and development, building a network of local developers, builders, brokers, and land owners, and staying current with local municipalities regarding new growth corridors and land use regulations. You will determine land values through market research and financial analysis, negotiate terms with sellers, and coordinate due diligence and entitlement activities with internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify land suitable for acquisition and development by conducting market research.
• Develop a network of local developers, builders, brokers, and land owners.
• Follow local municipalities to keep current with new growth corridors, land use regulations, and other relevant factors.
• Determine land values in the specific market through market research and financial analysis.
• Negotiate price and terms with land sellers and work with internal attorneys to prepare purchase agreements.
• Coordinate land entitlement and planning activities with the Development team.
• Coordinate due diligence for land placed under contract.
• Lead the preparation of acquisition feasibility packages including financial analysis, product pricing, competitive market research, fee compilation, and creation of site maps.
• Review and monitor purchase agreements to ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Leadership & Team Impact

• Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team of professionals, with direct impact on short-term operational results.
• Supervises a team consisting of professionals, typically at the entry or intermediate level.
• Leads, directs, and reviews the work of team members to accomplish operational plans and results.
• Provides primary input to hiring, firing, promotion, performance, and rewards decisions for direct reports.
• Manages day-to-day elements of the budget (e.g., overtime for staff, expense monitoring).

Requirements

• University degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2-4 years of prior relevant experience.
• Specialized knowledge of technical or operational practices within the assigned discipline.
• Knowledge of and experience in the local Tucson market.
• Valid Driver’s License (driving is an essential function of this position).

Skills

• Advanced analytic skills.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with others.
• Ability to work independently.
• Self-starter mindset.