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D.R. Horton

Land Acquisition Manager - SCIE North

D.R. Horton, Corona, California, us, 92878


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 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 activitiesNegotiate the acquisition of properties with landowners, attorneys or brokersIdentify and qualify potential land acquisitions in alignment with division goalsManage the due diligence process on land acquisition opportunities, including initial master planning work in close coordination with internal design and land development teamsManage, coordinate resources for, and meet all entitlement needs for land acquisitionsMonitor development phases and entitlement processes post-closingMaintain responsibility for developing departmental overhead budget and controlling the budgetManage the land/lot purchase contract process with division counsel, outside counsel, and region counselCollaborate with the Land Development Department on potential development communitiesDevelop business community relationships and scout other avenues for possible acquisitionsPrepare land valuation analysis and corporate budgetsPrepare memoranda and other documentation and analytics for corporate approval for land buysConduct 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.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or universitySeven to ten years of related experience and/or trainingMust have a vehicle and a valid driver’s licenseAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applicationsProficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

Strong communication skillsCreative 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 Dental401(K)Employee Stock Purchase PlanFlex Spending AccountsLife InsuranceVacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company HolidaysExpected Pay Scale: $130,000 - $135,000

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Job: *Operations

Organization: *Home Builder

Title: Land Acquisition Manager - SCIE North

Location: California-Corona

Requisition ID: 2406286