Land Acquisition Analyst

Metric Geo; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Metric Geo is seeking a Land Acquisition Analyst in Denver to evaluate residential land opportunities, conduct financial analyses, and support due diligence throughout the transaction process.

The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, preparing acquisition materials, and helping to maintain the division's land acquisition pipeline in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in land acquisition, land development, real estate finance, or homebuilding.
• Strong financial analysis and underwriting skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate potential residential land acquisition opportunities in the Denver market.
• Prepare financial models, underwriting analyses, and acquisition packages.
• Support due diligence including zoning, entitlements, utilities, environmental conditions.
• Maintain land acquisition pipeline and assist with presentations for decisions.

Skills

Land acquisition

Land development

Real estate finance

Homebuilding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate or related field

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Land Acquisition Analyst

About the Job:

We’re seeking a Land Acquisition Analyst to support land acquisition activities for a leading residential homebuilding organization in the Denver market. This role is responsible for evaluating land opportunities, conducting financial analysis and due diligence, preparing acquisition materials, and supporting the land acquisition team throughout the transaction process.

This opportunity is with an established residential homebuilding organization focused on identifying and acquiring high-quality land for future communities. The Land Acquisition Analyst will play a key role in analyzing potential opportunities, supporting underwriting, conducting market research, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners.

The ideal candidate is an analytical real estate professional with experience in land acquisition, land development, residential real estate, financial analysis, or homebuilding. This individual will have the opportunity to support residential growth and land acquisition initiatives throughout the Denver market.

What You’ll Do:

Land Acquisition & Analysis:

• Evaluate potential residential land acquisition opportunities throughout the Denver market.
• Analyze land values, lot counts, development costs, market conditions, and financial feasibility.
• Prepare financial models, underwriting analyses, and acquisition packages for potential opportunities.
• Conduct market research to identify residential land and development opportunities.
• Support due diligence related to zoning, entitlements, utilities, environmental conditions, and development requirements.
• Review purchase agreements, land contracts, development documents, and related materials.
• Track and maintain the division’s land acquisition pipeline.
• Assist with preparing presentations and recommendations for land acquisition decisions.

Project Coordination & Execution:

• Partner with land acquisition, land development, finance, construction, and operations teams.
• Coordinate with brokers, developers, consultants, municipalities, and other external stakeholders.
• Support the due diligence and acquisition process from initial evaluation through closing.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, financial analyses, and acquisition updates.
• Assist with identifying risks, opportunities, and potential challenges associated with prospective land acquisitions.

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of experience within land acquisition, land development, real estate finance, homebuilding, or a related field.
• Strong financial analysis, underwriting, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of residential land acquisition and development processes.
• Experience evaluating land opportunities, development costs, and project feasibility.
• Ability to analyze market data, financial models, and real estate development information.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field preferred.
• Residential homebuilding or land development experience preferred.

Why This Role Is Exciting:

This is an opportunity to play a key role in identifying and evaluating residential land opportunities within one of the country’s most active housing markets. As a Land Acquisition Analyst, you’ll support the acquisition of land that will ultimately become future residential communities while gaining exposure to the full land acquisition and development process.

You’ll work alongside experienced industry professionals while developing expertise in land acquisition, financial underwriting, market analysis, due diligence, and residential development.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary + bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Long-term career growth opportunities

Requirements Added by the Job Poster:

• 2+ years of experience in land acquisition, land development, real estate finance, or homebuilding.
• Experience with financial analysis, underwriting, and real estate feasibility.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Understanding of residential land acquisition and development processes.
• Strong communication and project coordination skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field preferred.