Land Acquisitioner

D.R. Horton - Coconut Creek, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Coconut Creek, FL

Construction of Buildings

About the position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., is seeking a Land Acquisitioner to join their Operations Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for acquiring undeveloped land or finished lots for development. This role involves working closely with property owners, brokers, land developers, city officials, and other stakeholders to secure land for the company's projects. The Land Acquisitioner will play a crucial role in the growth and success of the company by identifying and securing valuable land opportunities that align with D.R. Horton's strategic goals. The Land Acquisitioner will coordinate, secure, and organize land acquisition leads, ensuring that all potential opportunities are thoroughly researched and evaluated. This includes performing title and municipal research, conducting initial inquiries, and preparing letters of intent. The candidate will maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers, and landowners to facilitate smooth negotiations and transactions. Regular communication with city officials is also essential to navigate any regulatory requirements and foster positive relationships within the community. In addition to these responsibilities, the Land Acquisitioner will underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity, ensuring that all acquisitions align with the company's financial goals. The role requires a professional and ethical approach to business, with a focus on serving customers and enhancing the company's reputation and profitability. The position may require overnight travel to meet with sellers and conduct site visits as necessary.

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.

Requirements

• Fifth year college or university program certificate.
• Four to six years related experience and/or training.
• 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 written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task 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