Land Acquisition Area Manager - Ocean County

D.R. Horton; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Paid

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Land Acquisition Area Manager for Ocean County, New Jersey.

You will lead identification, evaluation, and negotiation of land deals to support the division’s growth while coordinating due diligence and closing activities. Ideal candidates bring 5–7 years in land acquisition or real estate, strong negotiation and financial analysis skills, and the ability to travel for early-stage land opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience required.
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in land acquisition, development, real estate, or homebuilding.
• Ability to independently manage complex transactions and make sound recommendations.
• Strong negotiation and due-diligence skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue land acquisition opportunities aligned with business objectives.
• Lead negotiations with landowners, brokers, developers, attorneys, and stakeholders.
• Evaluate opportunities through financial analysis and risk assessment.
• Structure transactions to maximize profitability while mitigating risk.
• Coordinate due diligence and entitlement processes.
• Present acquisition recommendations to senior leadership for approval.
• Develop relationships with brokers, developers, and industry professionals.

Skills

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Land Acquisition Area Manager - Ocean County (2605065)

Job Description

Land Acquisition Area Manager - Ocean County - 2605065

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 Area Manager. The right candidate is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and securing land acquisition opportunities that support the division's growth objectives. This role serves as the primary transaction lead and manages acquisitions from initial identification through contract execution and closing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Identify and pursue land acquisition opportunities that align with strategic business objectives and housing demand forecasts

Lead negotiations with landowners, brokers, developers, attorneys, and other stakeholders regarding purchase agreements and transaction terms

Evaluate acquisition opportunities through financial analysis, due diligence reviews, and risk assessments

Structure transactions to maximize profitability while minimizing financial and operational risk

Coordinate due diligence activities and ensure timely completion of entitlement, environmental, engineering, and legal reviews

Prepare and present acquisition recommendations to senior leadership for approval

Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, developers, landowners, and industry professionals to generate acquisition opportunities

Manage transactions through contract execution, approval processes, and closing activities

Represent the company at industry events, meetings, and networking opportunities

Support long-range land planning and growth initiatives

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 Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Engineering, or equivalent years of experience

Five to seven years of progressive experience in land acquisition, development, real estate, or homebuilding required

Ability to independently manage complex transactions and make sound business recommendations

Demonstrated initiative and persistence in identifying and securing acquisition opportunities

Ability to effectively balance risk, profitability, and strategic business objectives

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

Proven residential land acquisition and contract negotiation experience

• Strong negotiation, financial analysis, and relationship management skills

Compensation

Annual Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000, depending on qualifications and experience

Aggressive bonus structure

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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Primary Location

New Jersey-Mount Laurel