Land Acquisitioner

Taleo Social Sourcing•Tallahassee, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Land Acquisitioner for their Operations Department. The right candidate will acquire undeveloped land or finished lots for development.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to multi-task and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Coordinate, Secure and Organize Land Acquisition Leads
Receive and provide initial response plan for all new leads from outside sources
Perform Title and municipal research and initial “cold call” inquiry for potential land leads
Provide initial meeting with seller and/or seller’s representative
Provide all pertinent property description information, seller demands, terms, conditions and contact information to management
Prepare letters of intent
Maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers and land owners
Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity
Communicate regularly with city officials
Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Able to travel overnight