Land Acquisition Analyst

D. R. Horton; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Vacation and company holidays

Multiple benefits

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Land Acquisition Analyst to support evaluation and acquisition of land opportunities for residential development.

The role involves financial analysis, market research, due diligence coordination, and reporting to guide leadership in pursuing land investments aligned with division growth goals. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial modeling, and the ability to collaborate with internal teams and external brokers to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in finance, real estate, business administration, economics, urban planning, engineering or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify land acquisition opportunities and growth areas.
• Prepare financial models, land valuations, cost estimates and proformas to support investment decisions.
• Coordinate due diligence including engineering, environmental, utility, title, entitlement, and development reviews.
• Track contract timelines, approvals, and milestones; prepare acquisition packages for management review.

Skills

Excel & financial modeling

Market analysis

Real estate knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, Engineering or equivalent years of experience required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Land Acquisition Analyst (2604486)

Job Description

Land Acquisition Analyst - 2604486

Description

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 a Land Acquisition Analyst . The right candidate will support the evaluation and acquisition of land opportunities for residential development. This role performs financial analysis, market research, due diligence coordination, and reporting activities to assist leadership in identifying and pursuing land investments that align with division growth objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify potential land acquisition opportunities and emerging growth areas

Prepare financial models, land valuation analyses, development cost estimates, and acquisition proformas to support investment decisions

Assist in evaluating acquisition opportunities by analyzing demographic trends, housing demand, pricing, absorption rates, and market conditions

Coordinate due diligence activities, including engineering, environmental, utility, title, entitlement, and development reviews

Track contract timelines, contingency periods, approvals, and critical transaction milestones

Prepare acquisition packages, reports, presentations, and supporting documentation for management review and approval

Maintain land acquisition databases, transaction records, maps, and pipeline reports

Collaborate with internal departments, consultants, brokers, and landowners to facilitate acquisition activities

Participate in site visits and field evaluations of prospective properties

Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Ability to travel overnight

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, Engineering or equivalent years of experience required

Zero – two yers of experience in real estate, land acquisition, finance, development, homebuilding, or related field preferred

Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail while managing multiple projects and deadlines

Knowledge of real estate principles, financial analysis, and land development processes

Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form or via DRH applications

Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision

• The noise level is generally moderate

Preferred Qualifications

Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel and financial modeling

• Ability to analyze complex information and communicate findings effectively to various stakeholders

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

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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