Land Acquisition Specialist

Pacific Lifestyle Homes; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Home discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Garrette Homes is seeking a Land Acquisition Specialist to identify, evaluate, and secure land opportunities for growth in the Puget Sound region. You will build relationships with landowners, developers, and industry partners to drive residential development from acquisition through entitlement.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in land acquisition or real estate negotiations, a business-focused degree, and strong analytic, communication, and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business/sales or equivalent preferred.
• 3–5 years in sales, negotiations, or land acquisition.
• Residential real estate experience preferred but not required.
• Mortgage, title, or escrow experience desirable.
• Knowledge of contracts, building codes, land use, storm water, and development is useful.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and cultivate relationships with developers, landowners, public agencies, and realtors.
• Identify properties for acquisition including finished lots and unimproved land.
• Proactively communicate with landowners through outreach and meetings.
• Analyze value and marketability for residential construction.
• Negotiate land agreements and purchase documents.
• Collaborate with Land Acquisition team on strategic projects.
• Manage entitlement and development process, securing permits.

Skills

Land acquisition

Negotiation

Relationship building

Market analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/sales

Associate degree with relevant experience

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Real estate market analysis software

Job description

LIFE AT GARRETTE HOMES

Garrette Homes was founded in 2003 by Kevin Wann, building on a career in real estate that began in 1990. Over the years, his vision has helped establish both Garrette Homes and Pacific Lifestyle Homes as trusted names across the Northwest. Today, that same foundation continues to guide us—creating thoughtfully designed homes while fostering a collaborative, supportive workplace where teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement drive everything we do.

Job Type

Full-time

JOB MISSION

Garrette Homes is seeking a Land Acquisition Specialist to identify, evaluate, and secure land opportunities that support the company’s growth and community development goals. This role is responsible for building strong relationships with landowners, developers, and industry partners, analyzing land opportunities for residential construction, negotiating purchase agreements, and supporting entitlement and development processes while collaborating with internal teams to drive successful projects from acquisition through development.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and Cultivate Business Relationships: Establish and nurture positive relationships with key stakeholders such as developers, landowners, public agencies, and realtors to facilitate land acquisition opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Identify Properties for Purchase: Conduct thorough research to identify potential properties for acquisition, including both finished lots and unimproved land, while analyzing their value and marketability for residential construction.
• Proactively Communicate with Landowners: Engage in proactive outreach efforts, including mailers and meetings, to identify and capitalize on land acquisition opportunities, demonstrating strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Analyze Value and Marketability: Assess the value and marketability of identified properties for residential construction purposes, utilizing analytical skills to evaluate potential opportunities and risks.
• Negotiate and Document Land Agreements: Negotiate land agreements and purchases in alignment with company objectives, ensuring completeness and accuracy in all documentation produced, including written agreements.
• Collaborate with Team Members: Work collaboratively with the Land Acquisition team to complete strategic projects and initiatives, contributing to the overall success of land acquisition efforts.
• Manage Entitlement and Development Process: Oversee the entitlement and development process to create lots, securing permitting and other necessary requirements for property development, while managing the process efficiently.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business/sales or similar field preferred--or associate degree with equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years sales, business negotiations or land acquisition experience.
• Residential real estate industry experience is preferred but not required.
• Mortgage, title, and/or escrow experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of utility and developmental review departments is desirable.
• Familiarity with contracts, building codes, land use, storm water and land development is useful.
• Enjoys conducting research to gather information and identify solutions.
• Responsible with strong work ethic, integrity, and reliability; positive contributor to team culture.
• Organized and detail-oriented, effective follow through.
• Exceptional communication and project management skills.
• Past use of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience with real estate software used for market analysis is preferred.
• Reliable vehicle with valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness to travel in greater Puget Sound area; mileage reimbursed.

Benefits

• Company supported medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and families
• Participation in our 401(k)-retirement savings plan with Company contributions
• New home discount
• 120 hours of paid time off for the first year
• Seven paid holidays
• Paid volunteer hours
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Bonus - Up to $1,000
• Engaging company culture – Including our annual “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”
• And much more!

OUR CULTURE/VALUES

At Garrette Homes, our culture defines who we are. We believe in open communication where every voice is valued, and we are committed to supporting personal and professional growth through coaching, development, and opportunities for advancement. Guided by our core values of respect, accountability, candor, humility, integrity, and teamwork, we approach every interaction with purpose.

Build your career at Garrette Homes, where we are committed to the idea that a skilled team can build homes and communities that withstand the test of time. Picture yourself driving by our neighborhoods a decade from now, brimming with pride knowing you played a vital role in their creation. Do not miss the opportunity to make a lasting impact with us!

For additional information about Garrette Home’s Company Culture and how it can enrich your career, we invite you to view the video at the following link: https://youtu.be/Hud-5EsJ2fw

WORK ENVIRONMENT

We have an in-person work culture with a general work schedule of 8:00am – 5:00pm.

Our dress code and appearance policy reflect our commitment to professionalism and our dedication to maintaining a premier standard as a homebuilder.

Prior managerial reference checks, background check and a pre-employment drug screen are required steps in our hiring process.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Compensation Package: $100,000 - $175,000 [Inclusive of base salary, profit sharing, and any applicable allowances. Final offer will be determined based on experience and qualifications]