Division VP of Land Acquisition (139)

DRB Homes•Atlanta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the planning and directing of division land business which may include acquisitions, planning, design, and entitlement. Maintaining excellent communication with appropriate public agencies, utilities, vendors and the division and corporate staff is required.

Requirements

A demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
An ability to think ahead and plan over a 1–2-year time span as well as a long range 5 year time frame
Strong land negotiation and contract skills
The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
Problem analysis/resolution skills at the strategic and functional level
Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing and spreadsheets (MSWord, Excel)
Knowledge of market trends, pricing, growth and supply
Knowledge of local, county, state and federal regulations
Broad functional experience in areas of blueprints and specifications, general knowledge of homebuilding financials and systems
Bachelor’s Degree in related field and minimum 7 -10 years of experience within the homebuilding industry with concentration in Land & Entitlement OR equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
Exposure to residential homebuilding, specific to land acquisition, is required

Responsibilities

Identify opportunities for land and lot acquisition
Manage, direct, and support the land team with established leadership attributes.
Evaluation of the staff group structure and team plan for continual improvement of efficiency and effectiveness of the group as well as providing individuals with professional and personal growth
Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy
Negotiate, acquire and entitle the land necessary to meet company goals and projections, prospect for potential land acquisition opportunities
Establishes broker/seller relationships
Analyzes land development proformas
Handles bond submittals and reimbursements
Drafts and submits LOIs
Negotiate and finalize contracts for targeted acquisitions
Maintain reports, critical target dates, contract summaries and periodic market analysis
Network with other builders and developers to maintain market awareness, develop contacts and provide information necessary for the division to be a strong competitor
Coordinate the activity of engineers, land planners, architects and general contractors in the development of acquired properties
Coordinate with local, county, state and federal governmental agencies to annex, zone and otherwise secure regulatory approval for projects
Establish and foster professional relationships with state, county and city inspectors and officials to maximize productivity of development sites
Manage land purchases through entitlement processes; provide information for and participate in the coordination of land acquisition packages
Assess site viability and provide information where appropriate
Interface with homeowner’s association, as necessary