Director of Strategic Land Acquisition and Facilities

Parsons•Centreville, VA

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About The Position

Parsons is looking for a talented Land Acquisition and Facilities Director with extensive expertise in Land Acquisition to join our growing team supporting a significant infrastructure project central to the United States border security programs. In this role, you will lead critical real estate acquisition efforts and collaborate with government agencies to secure large parcels of land essential for program success. As part of Parsons’ anticipated role, we will provide Owner Agent Construction Management Services, including Program Management, Construction Management, Risk Management, Scheduling, Cost Estimating, Progress Reporting, Construction Quality Assurance, Safety, and other supporting services to achieve program success. Note: US Citizenship is required for this position.

Requirements

US Citizenship is required
Must be able to obtain appropriate DHS suitability determination
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, or a related field
10+ years of related experience in Real Estate and Land Acquisition Management, with a proven track record of securing large parcels of land for infrastructure projects.
Strong knowledge of Eminent Domain and other real estate transaction processes
Proven leadership in all phases of Real Estate and Facilities Management
Expertise in resolving land acquisition challenges and developing mitigation strategies
Experience in project scheduling and cost estimating related to land acquisition
Experience in managing capital projects, build-outs, and overall Facilities Management
Familiarity with federal government processes and regulations, particularly DHS and USACE
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, or a related field
Certification in Real Estate or Facilities Management (e.g., IFMA CFM, FMP, or PMP)
Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for land acquisition analysis
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively liaise with government agencies, property owners, and internal teams
Proficiency in project management tools and software, such as MS Project or Primavera P6
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive program success

Responsibilities

Lead land acquisition efforts to secure large parcels of real estate critical to the program’s infrastructure goals.
Coordinate with government agencies, including DHS and USACE, to gather real estate acquisition data and resolve land acquisition challenges.
Develop and implement strategies to address complex land acquisition issues, including eminent domain and negotiations with property owners.
Collaborate with Parsons’ operational teams in DC and Centreville, VA, to identify project risks related to land acquisition and develop mitigation plans.
Ensure alignment of land acquisition efforts with the overall project schedule and program objectives.
Provide expert guidance on real estate transactions, legal considerations, and regulatory compliance