Land Acquisition Analyst

Meritage Homes • Biloxi, MS

69d

About The Position

Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we are focused on delivering a Life.Built.Better.®. Meritage is committed to building energy-efficient and affordable entry-level and first move-up homes across the US. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as bringing their authentic self every day to be part of an inclusive organization. Meritage was certified a Great Place To Work for a second year in a row, and is currently ranked on Fortune's Best Workplaces listings in the categories of Construction, Women and Parents. Meritage has delivered over 200,000 homes in its 40-year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award-winning customer experience. Meritage is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Real Estate Marketing, Finance, Construction Management, Planning, or Civil Engineering.
• 3-5 years of related experience; strong understanding of acquisitions and/or development.
• Local real estate knowledge extremely beneficial.
• Supporting familiarity required in reimbursement agreements, purchase and sales contracts, entitlement issues, engineering and planning, and zoning issues.
• Strong management capabilities with experience in managing people, department operations, budget preparation and pro-forma management, and a track record of managing and growing a strong team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications with advanced skills in Excel (running proformas, pipeline reports, and competitive analyses).
• Ability to create and implement work plans, prepare and analyze financial statements/documents, compose letters and acquisition packages (strong writing skills).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Strong presentation skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to influence others and resolve problems in a positive manner.
• Ability to handle stress of dealing with public and governmental agencies and adapt/adjust to changing circumstances.
• Must be able to work successfully in a team environment and provide mentoring to less experienced individuals in department.
• Sound judgment with high level of integrity to execute decisions with significant corporate impact.
• Self-starter, proactive and creative, takes initiative to address issues.
• Accurate; with keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for gathering, compiling and analyzing information to complete the research and financial analysis of land under consideration for purchase to develop residential communities.
• Prepare Economic Base Analysis.
• Provide Key Economic Indicator analysis.
• Prepare assigned sections of corporate approval package.
• Coordinate with Engineers to provide updated land map.
• Utilize research tools such as Metrostudy to assist in land and market evaluations.
• Assist Vice President and the Director of Land Acquisitions in daily land research responsibilities; visit competing communities sales center to procure pricing, Site plans, and other key indicators.

Benefits

• A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level.
• An organization that lives by its core values every day.
• Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset.
• State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment.
• A competitive pay structure.
• Strong benefits.
• Flexibility in work-life integration.
• Team-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company.
• Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization.
• Maintain a competitive drive to be the best.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree