Forestar Group - Wilmington, NC
posted 2 months ago
Forestar Group Inc. is a leading residential lot development company dedicated to creating desirable communities for homebuilders in both established and emerging markets. The company is strategically aligned with D.R. Horton, the largest homebuilder in the nation, which enhances its vision of developing neighborhoods that improve the quality of life for residents while delivering value to shareholders, trade partners, and employees. The Land Acquisition Manager-FG position is based in the Wilmington Office and is crucial for managing the Land Acquisition Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, contracting, and securing governmental approvals for new land acquisitions that align with the division's strategic goals. In this role, the Land Acquisition Manager will plan, direct, and coordinate all activities related to land acquisition. This includes identifying and qualifying potential land acquisitions that meet the division's objectives, managing the due diligence process, and ensuring that all entitlement needs are met. The manager will also monitor the development phases and entitlement processes after closing, ensuring that all activities are aligned with the company's standards and goals. Additionally, the role involves maintaining the departmental budget, managing the land purchase contract process, and collaborating with the Land Development Department to explore potential development communities. The Land Acquisition Manager will also be responsible for developing relationships within the business community to scout for potential acquisitions, negotiating property acquisitions with landowners, attorneys, or brokers, and preparing land valuation analyses and corporate budgets. The position requires a commitment to conducting all business in a professional and ethical manner, serving customers effectively, and enhancing the company's goodwill and profitability. The role may require overnight travel as needed.