Land Acquisitioner

Taleo Social Sourcing • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Land Acquisitioner for its Operations Department. The role acquires undeveloped land or finished lots for development and works with property owners, brokers, land developers, city officials, and others to secure land. The Land Acquisitioner evaluates and underwrites development opportunities, builds relationships with land market contacts, and negotiates purchase contracts. Overnight travel is required.

Requirements

• Fifth-year college or university program certificate.
• Four to six years of related experience and/or training.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email.

Nice To Haves

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, secure, and organize land acquisition leads.
• Receive new leads from outside sources and provide an initial response plan.
• Perform title and municipal research and make initial cold-call inquiries for potential land leads.
• Hold initial meetings with sellers and/or their representatives.
• Provide management with relevant property descriptions, seller demands, terms, conditions, and contact information.
• Prepare letters of intent.
• Maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers, and land owners.
• Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of development opportunities.
• Communicate regularly with city officials.
• Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers.
• Conduct business professionally and ethically to serve customers and increase the company's goodwill and profit.
• Travel overnight as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Company holidays.
• Multiple voluntary and company-provided benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed