Director of Land Acquisition

D.R. Horton, Inc. • Mount Laurel, NJ • 1h ago

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 atwww.drhorton.comfor more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc.is currently looking for a Director of Land Acquisition. The Division Director of Land Acquisition works with the Division President and the Division Vice President of Land Acquisition to establish the land acquisition goals that support the division's annual business plan. Responsible for managing the operation to find, contract, and initiate land acquisitions to meet the division's objectives and goals. Directs the process of land analysis, negotiations, purchase agreements and corporate submittal packages to determine feasibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Perform the obligations and signature duties required by the elected office stated in the Corporate Authority resolutions

Actively search for land available for purchase

Build and maintain strategic relationships and a network of business contacts for avenues of possible acquisitions

Negotiate the acquisition of properties with landowners, banks, attorneys or brokers

Review operations and performance of the Land Acquisition Department. Works with Division President to take corrective action as deemed necessary to achieve goals

Oversee the process of preparing the corporate acquisition submittal package including acquisition and development-related budgets, exhibits and schedules

Partner with Director of Forward Planning throughout the entire due diligence process on land acquisition opportunities, observing time sensitive dates

Communicate critical dates and information to other department heads

Perform market analyses to determine financial viability of potential projects

Physically walk the land to determine potential for special development situations, (e.g. demolition, utilities, relocations, special grading issues, abandonment, environmental, etc.)

Submit, obtain and review environmental report to identify issues that require federal or state permits, or issues that could prevent or delay acquisition

Keep current on area market transactions and industry trends

Evaluate workload and establish priorities to staff

Conducts 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 Operations 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.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university

Minimum of four years land acquisition experience

Must have a vehicle and a valid driver's license

Ability to meet multiple deadlines concurrently in a high-pressure environment

Experience in contract negotiation

Proven ability to lead and execute strong oral presentations

Strong verbal & written communication skills

Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

Prior management experience a plus

Knowledge in market analyses a plus

Experience in the residential homebuilding industry preferred

Knowledge of residential land due diligence and entitlements preferred

Compensation

Annual Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000, depending on qualifications and experience

Competitive Bonus Structure

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, Dental and Vision

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America's Builder. //#WeBuildPeopleToo/

Job: *Land

Organization: *Home Builder

Title: Director of Land Acquisition

Location: New Jersey-Mount Laurel

Requisition ID: 2603122

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