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D. R. Horton

Land Acquisition Manager-Ankeny

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Monitor development phases and entitlement processes post-closing * Maintain responsibility for developing departmental overhead budget and controlling the budget * Manage the land/lot purchase ...

DR Horton

Land Acquisition Manager-Ankeny

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Monitor development phases and entitlement processes post-closing * Maintain responsibility for developing departmental overhead budget and controlling the budget * Manage the land/lot purchase ...

McClure

Land Development Staff Engineer

Clive, IA · On-site

Job Type Full-time Description Land Development Staff Engineer McClure is searching for a proven Staff Engineer to be a key player on dynamic projects. The Staff Engineer is expected to be a strong ...

McClure

Land Development Staff Engineer

Coralville, IA · On-site

Job Type Full-time Description Land Development Staff Engineer McClure is searching for a proven Staff Engineer to be a key player on dynamic projects. The Staff Engineer is expected to be a strong ...

DR Horton

Land Coordinator-Ankeny

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Update development project schedules * Coordinate and secure HUD approval for specific projects * Generate purchase orders for land acquisition feasibility work and land development work * Prepare ...

DR Horton, Inc.

Land Coordinator-Ankeny

Ankeny, IA · On-site

Update development project schedules * Coordinate and secure HUD approval for specific projects * Generate purchase orders for land acquisition feasibility work and land development work * Prepare ...

McClure

Land Development Senior Project Engineer

Clive, IA · On-site

$93K - $121K/yr

The Senior Project Engineer will be an organized project partner who will lead team members in the development and production of deliverables which meet McClure's high-quality standards. The Senior ...

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Land Acquisition Manager-Ankeny

D. R. Horton

Ankeny, IA • On-site

$80 - $100/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Job Description - Land Acquisition Manager-Ankeny (2600935)

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.

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
  • 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 Acquisition 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
  • Proficiency with MS Office and email
Preferred Qualifications
  • Creative thinking and attention to detail

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

  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
  • Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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