Land Acquisition Area Manager
D.R. Horton
Land Acquisition Area Manager
D.R. Horton
Builds and sells single-family homes across the US
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 a Land Acquisition Area Manager. The right candidate is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and securing land acquisition opportunities that support the division's growth objectives. This role serves as the primary transaction lead and manages acquisitions from initial identification through contract execution and closing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Identify and pursue land acquisition opportunities that align with strategic business objectives and housing demand forecasts
Lead negotiations with landowners, brokers, developers, attorneys, and other stakeholders regarding purchase agreements and transaction terms
Evaluate acquisition opportunities through financial analysis, due diligence reviews, and risk assessments
Structure transactions to maximize profitability while minimizing financial and operational risk
Coordinate due diligence activities and ensure timely completion of entitlement, environmental, engineering, and legal reviews
Prepare and present acquisition recommendations to senior leadership for approval
Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, developers, landowners, and industry professionals to generate acquisition opportunities
Manage transactions through contract execution, approval processes, and closing activities
Represent the company at industry events, meetings, and networking opportunities
Support long-range land planning and growth initiatives
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
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 a Land Acquisition Area Manager. The right candidate is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and securing land acquisition opportunities that support the division's growth objectives. This role serves as the primary transaction lead and manages acquisitions from initial identification through contract execution and closing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Identify and pursue land acquisition opportunities that align with strategic business objectives and housing demand forecasts
Lead negotiations with landowners, brokers, developers, attorneys, and other stakeholders regarding purchase agreements and transaction terms
Evaluate acquisition opportunities through financial analysis, due diligence reviews, and risk assessments
Structure transactions to maximize profitability while minimizing financial and operational risk
Coordinate due diligence activities and ensure timely completion of entitlement, environmental, engineering, and legal reviews
Prepare and present acquisition recommendations to senior leadership for approval
Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, developers, landowners, and industry professionals to generate acquisition opportunities
Manage transactions through contract execution, approval processes, and closing activities
Represent the company at industry events, meetings, and networking opportunities
Support long-range land planning and growth initiatives
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Engineering, or equivalent years of experience
Five to seven years of progressive experience in land acquisition, development, real estate, or homebuilding required
Ability to independently manage complex transactions and make sound business recommendations
Demonstrated initiative and persistence in identifying and securing acquisition opportunities
Ability to effectively balance risk, profitability, and strategic business objectives
Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form or via DRH applications
Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
Preferred Qualifications
Proven residential land acquisition and contract negotiation experience
Compensation
Annual Salary Range\: $70,000 - $100,000, depending on qualifications and experience
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
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Engineering, or equivalent years of experience
Five to seven years of progressive experience in land acquisition, development, real estate, or homebuilding required
Ability to independently manage complex transactions and make sound business recommendations
Demonstrated initiative and persistence in identifying and securing acquisition opportunities
Ability to effectively balance risk, profitability, and strategic business objectives
Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form or via DRH applications
Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
Preferred Qualifications
Proven residential land acquisition and contract negotiation experience
Compensation
Annual Salary Range\: $70,000 - $100,000, depending on qualifications and experience
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
Builds and sells single-family homes across the US
D.R. Horton builds and sells single-family homes, townhomes and condominiums across the United States, mostly for first-time and move-up buyers. Most revenue comes from selling homes it builds on land it buys or controls through purchase contracts, with local divisions managing land, construction and sales. Its own mortgage lender, DHI Mortgage, and its title agency earn fees by financing and closing many of those purchases. The company also builds single-family and multifamily rental communities and sells them to investors once they are leased, adding a second home-sales channel. It was founded in 1978 in Texas and is headquartered in Arlington, Texas.
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