Land Acquisition Area Manager - Dade County

D.R. Horton - Coconut Creek, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Coconut Creek, FL

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Land Acquisition Area Manager at D.R. Horton, Inc. is responsible for managing the land acquisition processes within the assigned market area of Dade County. This role involves identifying, negotiating, and closing on new land acquisitions that align with the division's goals, while also overseeing the due diligence and contract processes. The position requires collaboration with various departments and the development of community relationships to enhance acquisition opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate the acquisition of properties with landowners, attorneys, or brokers
• Plan, direct, and coordinate all land acquisition activities within the assigned market area
• Identify and qualify potential land acquisitions in alignment with division goals
• Manage the due diligence process on land acquisition opportunities
• 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

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
• Five to seven years of related experience and/or training
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver's license
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Nice-to-haves

• Strong communication skills
• Creative thinking and attention to detail

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays