D.R. Horton

Land Acquisition Manager

LocationSan Marcos, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Land Acquisition Manager. The right candidate will manage the Land Acquisition Department. Find, place under contract, receive governmental approval, and close on new land that meets the division's needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Plan, direct, and coordinate all land acquisition activities
Negotiate the acquisition of properties with landowners, attorneys or brokers
Identify and qualify potential land acquisitions in alignment with division goals
Manage the due diligence process on land acquisition opportunities, including initial master planning work in close coordination with internal design and land development teams
Manage, coordinate resources for, and meet all entitlement needs for land acquisitions
Monitor development phases and entitlement processes post-closing
Maintain responsibility for developing departmental overhead budget and controlling the budget
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


Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly manages two or more employees in the Land Acqusition Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.


Qualifications


Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
Seven to ten 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


Preferred Qualifications

Strong communication skills
Creative thinking and attention to detail

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

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

Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeople2

Follow us on social media @hortoncareers for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up to date job listings!


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