Land Acquisition Manager

gpac; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is representing a leading home builder/developer in the Minneapolis area seeking a Land Acquisition Manager. The role focuses on acquiring undeveloped land or finished lots for development, partnering with owners, brokers, and city officials to secure sites, negotiate terms, and drive growth.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of land or real estate experience, a Bachelor's degree in engineering, finance, or related field, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in engineering, finance, real estate or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in land or real estate acquisition.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, secure and organize land acquisition leads.
• Perform title and municipal research and initial inquiries.
• Provide meetings with sellers and communicate terms to management.
• Prepare letters of intent and negotiate purchase contracts.
• Underwrite and analyze financial aspects of development opportunities.
• Travel overnight as required to secure sites.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, finance, or real estate

Job description

One of my top home builder/ developers is on the search for a Land Acquisition Manager! They are well-respected in the area and emphasize growth, mentorship, and development of their employees.

The Land Acquisition Manager will acquire undeveloped land or finished lots for development. Work with property owners, brokers, land developers, city officials and others to secure land.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinate, Secure and Organize Land Acquisition Leads
• Receive and provide initial response plan for all new leads from outside sources
• Perform Title and municipal research and initial "cold call" inquiry for potential land leads
• Provide initial meeting with seller and/or seller's representative
• Provide all pertinent property description information, seller demands, terms, conditions and contact information to management
• Prepare letters of intent
• Maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers and land owners
• Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity
• Communicate regularly with city officials
• Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Able to travel overnight

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, finance, real estate or a related field is preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and attention to detail

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.