Land Acquisition Manager - Ocala FL

D.R. Horton•Ocala, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., is seeking a Land Acquisition Manager to manage the Land Acquisition Department. This role involves finding, contracting, obtaining governmental approval, and closing on new land that meets the division's needs. The company is a publicly traded entity founded in 1978, focused on building and selling high-quality homes for the entry-level and first-time move-up markets, and also provides mortgage and title services through its subsidiaries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
Seven to ten years of related experience and/or training
Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
Proficiency with MS Office and email

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills
Creative thinking and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and coordinate all land acquisition activities
Negotiate the acquisition of properties with landowners, attorneys or brokers
Identify and qualify potential land acquisitions in alignment with division goals
Manage the due diligence process on land acquisition opportunities, including initial master planning work in close coordination with internal design and land development teams
Manage, coordinate resources for, and meet all entitlement needs for land acquisitions
Monitor development phases and entitlement processes post-closing
Maintain responsibility for developing departmental overhead budget and controlling the budget
Manage the land/lot purchase contract process with division counsel, outside counsel, and region counsel
Collaborate with the Land Development Department on potential development communities
Develop business community relationships and scout other avenues for possible acquisitions
Prepare land valuation analysis and corporate budgets
Prepare memoranda and other documentation and analytics for corporate approval for land buys
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Directly manages two or more employees in the Land Acquisition Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.