Davis Development, Inc.
Land Development Director ~ Carolinas
Davis Development, Inc., Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
This position will lead the land acquisition opportunities for developing Class A luxury apartment communities located in one of our assigned geographies across the company.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee new land acquisitions, including land research, market analysis, and preparation of budgets, fees, estimates, and financial proformas
Oversee the entitlement process for multiple projects in assigned market
Assemble and manage a team of third-party consultants and coordinate with internal stakeholders
Ex: Geotech, Phase 1 environmental studies, surveys, and all necessary utility commitments
Manage due diligence efforts on land acquisitions, including review of property documents and coordination of third-party studies
Due diligence activities include sales comps, title, survey, zoning and entitlement processes, etc., as required
Manage the inspection and potential acquisition opportunities and their surroundings, and conduct preliminary research to ascertain zoning and development status to ensure multifamily use and any market specific site requirements (parking, height, design criteria, etc.)
Provide initial review of contracts and invoices
Provide coaching and direction to team members as needed
EXPERIENCE
Eight or more years of current/recent experience in market-sourcing land sites for multi-family, townhomes, or single-family developers
Experience and relationships in the MSA with the land brokerage community
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree required; Real Estate or Planning is strongly preferred
SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS
Thorough understanding of the land entitlements and planning, utilities, and other key areas
Complete knowledge of all necessary steps to close a deal
Effective verbal and written communication skills via all communication channels
Power to influence based on clearly articulated recommendations and concisely presented data
Ability to establish collaborative working relationships with individuals of varying seniority and teams both inside and outside the organization
Detail-oriented with a sense of urgency
Demonstrates a positive “can do” demeanor, takes pride in achieving results, and has a self-starter mindset
Ability to use good judgment and possess strong problem-solving skills
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This position will lead the land acquisition opportunities for developing Class A luxury apartment communities located in one of our assigned geographies across the company.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee new land acquisitions, including land research, market analysis, and preparation of budgets, fees, estimates, and financial proformas
Oversee the entitlement process for multiple projects in assigned market
Assemble and manage a team of third-party consultants and coordinate with internal stakeholders
Ex: Geotech, Phase 1 environmental studies, surveys, and all necessary utility commitments
Manage due diligence efforts on land acquisitions, including review of property documents and coordination of third-party studies
Due diligence activities include sales comps, title, survey, zoning and entitlement processes, etc., as required
Manage the inspection and potential acquisition opportunities and their surroundings, and conduct preliminary research to ascertain zoning and development status to ensure multifamily use and any market specific site requirements (parking, height, design criteria, etc.)
Provide initial review of contracts and invoices
Provide coaching and direction to team members as needed
EXPERIENCE
Eight or more years of current/recent experience in market-sourcing land sites for multi-family, townhomes, or single-family developers
Experience and relationships in the MSA with the land brokerage community
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree required; Real Estate or Planning is strongly preferred
SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS
Thorough understanding of the land entitlements and planning, utilities, and other key areas
Complete knowledge of all necessary steps to close a deal
Effective verbal and written communication skills via all communication channels
Power to influence based on clearly articulated recommendations and concisely presented data
Ability to establish collaborative working relationships with individuals of varying seniority and teams both inside and outside the organization
Detail-oriented with a sense of urgency
Demonstrates a positive “can do” demeanor, takes pride in achieving results, and has a self-starter mindset
Ability to use good judgment and possess strong problem-solving skills
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