Land Acquisition Analyst

KB Home; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Sick time

Vacation

Job summary

KB Home in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Land Acquisition Analyst to research, analyze, and manage land data, shaping acquisition opportunities aligned with market strategy.

You will prepare proformas, collaborate with development and finance teams, and extract data from MLS, Metrostudy, LandVision and Census sources to support pre- and post-acquisition decisions.

Excellent analytical, Excel, and communication skills are required, with 1–3 years in land acquisition or entitlement work in real estate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Real Estate.
• 1–3 years of land acquisition, transactional work, or entitlement/forward planning in real estate development preferred.
• Strong analytical and technical proficiency.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite; mapping software experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial proformas to evaluate proposed land acquisitions.
• Coordinate with development to set budgets and schedules for proformas.
• Collaborate across departments to assess construction costs and buyer preferences.
• Analyze due diligence information for potential investments.
• Extract and interpret data from MLS, Metrostudy, Census Bureau, LandVision and other sources.
• Prepare pre-acquisition investment briefs and supporting materials.
• Maintain proformas post-acquisition to track performance and identify enhancements.
• Develop detailed Land Packages for submission to Corporate Land Committee.
• Prepare follow-up analysis and transaction forms to facilitate funds transfers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Oral & written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Real Estate

Tools

ArcGIS

Google Earth

LandVision

Job description

About KB Home

KB Home is one of America's largest and most trusted homebuilders, with nearly 700,000 quality-homes built over our more than 65-year history. Operating across 21 divisions in 9 states, we don’t just build houses we create places where families can make a lifetime of memories. At KB Home, our foundation is our people. We foster genuine relationships with our customers throughout their homebuying journey, while our employees bring passion and purpose to work every day. Our shared culture of customer obsession drives our mission to make homeownership attainable for all.

The Opportunity

The Land Acquisition Analyst supports our Land Acquisition team by researching, analyzing, and managing land data to optimize the value of current and potential assets. This role plays a key part in identifying acquisition opportunities that align with our market strategy and business plan.

Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of real estate development. As a Land Acquisition Analyst, you'll have the opportunity to leverage your analytical skills and market insights to drive impactful decisions and contribute to the growth of our company. If you're passionate about real estate and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial proformas to evaluate proposed land acquisitions.
• Coordinate with the development team to establish budgets and schedules for proformas.
• Collaborate across departments to assess home construction costs and buyer preferences.
• Analyze due diligence information for potential investments.
• Extract and interpret data from sources such as MLS, company databases, Metrostudy, LandVision, Census Bureau, and other websites.
• Prepare pre-acquisition investment briefs and supporting materials.
• Maintain financial proformas post-acquisition to track community performance and identify enhancements.
• Develop detailed Land Packages with supporting data for submission to the Corporate Land Committee.
• Prepare follow-up analysis and transaction forms to facilitate funds transfers for acquisitions.
• Contribute to the annual Market Strategy report and support ad hoc projects as needed.

What You Bring

• A Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Real Estate)
• 1-3 years of experience in land acquisition, transactional work, or entitlement/forward planning in real estate development preferred.
• Technical and analytical proficiency.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Competence in Microsoft Suite (at least intermediate level).
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
• A track record of meeting deadlines.
• Market analysis experience is an advantage.
• Experience with mapping software (ArcGIS, Google Earth, LandVision) is a plus.

Requirements

• Full‑time, 8‑hour workdays with flexibility for overtime as needed.
• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to move about work location.
• Ability to drive/travel as needed.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs.Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information so others will understand.
• Ability to transport and move up to 20 lbs and move as needed (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/IT/Land/Marketing/Sales/Studio).
• Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/Land/Sales).
• On‑site position at the KB Home Division Office. #LI-onsite

Compensation Details and Benefits

KB Home offers a competitive base pay. Other rewards may include bonuses or role‑specific awards. KB Home provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation.

The KB Home Difference

Join us and become part of a team where innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction drive everything we do — and where people truly matter.

As a KB Home team member, you’ll experience:

• A culture defined by customer obsession and collaboration.
• The satisfaction of helping families achieve their dream of homeownership.
• Opportunities for growth and development within a nationally recognized company.

KB Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer