Land Acquisitioner

D.R. Horton - Tucson, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Tucson, AZ

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. This role is crucial for acquiring undeveloped land or finished lots for development, which is essential for the company's growth and success in the housing market. The Land Acquisitioner will be responsible for coordinating, securing, and organizing land acquisition leads, which involves a variety of tasks and responsibilities that require strong communication and negotiation skills. The ideal candidate will work closely with property owners, brokers, land developers, city officials, and other stakeholders to secure land for development projects. This includes performing title and municipal research, conducting initial inquiries for potential land leads, and preparing letters of intent. The Land Acquisitioner will also maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers, and landowners to ensure a steady flow of acquisition opportunities. 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 strategic goals. Regular communication with city officials is also a key part of the role, as it helps to facilitate the acquisition process and build goodwill within the community. The position requires a professional and ethical approach to business, with a focus on serving customers and enhancing the company's reputation and profitability. Overnight travel may be required as part of the job.

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