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D.R. Horton

Land Acquisition Manager

D.R. Horton, Rogers, Arkansas, United States, 72758

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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

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 acquisitionsli>

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.

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

Strong communication skills

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

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

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