Division Vice President of Land Acquisition & Development

Beazer Homes•Farmers Branch, TX

About The Position

Built on a solid, family foundation, we've been building homes across the United States for more than 25 years, but our history started way before that in the 1600s with an English builder named George Beazer. Nine generations later, the Beazer family and name continues to stand for quality homebuilding, craftsmanship, and innovation. Our focus is on individual communities. We strategically build each community to be near places that our customers care about, so that a home is more than a house. The Division Vice President of Land Acquisition & Land Development is responsible overseeing all land acquisition and development activities within a specific division. This role includes identifying, evaluating, and securing land deals while managing the entire land development process to ensure project success.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
10+ years in land acquisition, development, or real estate, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a homebuilder or real estate development firm.
Deep understanding of entitlements, zoning, permitting, and infrastructure planning.
Strong negotiation and contract management experience.
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel.
Proven ability to analyze financial feasibility and market trends.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the homebuilding industry at the division level preferred.
PMP (Project Management Professional), CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member), or LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement land acquisition strategies that align with division goals.
Identify, research, and negotiate land purchases, option contracts, and joint ventures.
Conduct financial feasibility analysis, including proformas and ROI assessments.
Monitor zoning regulations, land-use laws, and market trends to identify opportunities.
Oversee the entitlement process, working with engineers, attorneys, and local government agencies.
Manage site planning, permitting, and infrastructure development for residential projects.
Ensure all land development activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential development challenges.
Ensure financial and operational performance metrics for land deals are met.
Performs other duties assigned under the direction of the President/CEO.