Land Acquisition Manager

Pulte Home Corp - Riverview, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Riverview, FL

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Land Acquisition Manager at PulteGroup plays a crucial role in the company's mission to provide the American Dream of homeownership. This position is responsible for locating, researching, and contracting new land that is suitable for acquisition and development. The ideal candidate will conduct thorough market research and due diligence to identify potential land opportunities. This involves determining land values by analyzing comparable property sales through public records and engaging with developers and other professional affiliates. The Land Acquisition Manager will also be tasked with negotiating and contracting land acquisitions, ensuring that all agreements are beneficial to the company. In addition to land acquisition, the role requires coordination with Development personnel to manage land entitlement and planning activities. The Land Acquisition Manager will oversee governmental reviews and ensure compliance with all necessary regulations. Monitoring and reviewing purchase agreements is also a key responsibility, as is coordinating joint venture agreements or management agreements when appropriate. This position may involve management responsibilities, including mentoring and coaching team members, ensuring appropriate staffing levels, and utilizing recruitment tools to build organizational talent. The Land Acquisition Manager will evaluate employee performance and plan for compensation actions based on that performance. They will also identify developmental opportunities for team members through both internal and external training programs, fostering an environment of growth and continuous improvement. This role is vital to the success of PulteGroup, as it directly impacts the division's decision-making and budgetary responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Locate land suitable for acquisition and development by conducting necessary market research and due diligence.
• Determine land values in the specific market by checking like property sales through public records, developers, and other professional affiliates.
• Negotiate and contract land acquisition.
• Coordinate land entitlement and planning activities with Development personnel.
• Coordinate governmental review processes.
• Review and monitor purchase agreements.
• Coordinate joint venture agreements or joint venture management agreements as appropriate.

Requirements

• Experience in land acquisition and development processes.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to contract land acquisitions effectively.
• Proficient in conducting market research and due diligence.
• Knowledge of land valuation methods and public records analysis.
• Ability to coordinate with governmental agencies and development teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in mentoring and coaching team members.
• Familiarity with joint venture agreements and management.
• Understanding of budgeting and financial responsibilities in land acquisition.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.