Land Acquisitions Manager

LAM Lennar Associates Mgmt LLC; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Education assistance

Adoption assistance

Vacation and holidays

Referral bonus

Home purchase discounts

Job summary

Lennar in Richmond, VA is seeking a Land Acquisition Manager to help identify land targets, manage due diligence, and support development opportunities in line with our land strategy.

You will collaborate with the VP of Land and Finance, attend meetings, and help maintain contracts and market analyses; a background in real estate and strong communication are essential. We offer competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Degree in business/engineering/finance or similar preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities required.
• Experience with real estate or land development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential land acquisition targets through tax maps and brokers.
• Facilitate due diligence and schedule activities for contracted projects.
• Participate in weekly land acquisition meetings and update leadership on deals.
• Assist in rezoning meetings with government officials and engineers.
• Maintain contract files, maps, and market analyses.
• Collaborate with VP of Land and VP of Finance to keep 5-year plan current.

Skills

Real estate knowledge

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Detail-oriented

Initiative

Driver's license

Auto insurance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in business/engineering/finance

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet analysis

Project scheduling

Data management software

Job description

Land Acquisition Manager

We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future

The Land Acquisition Manager assists in the acquisition of land, lots and development opportunities that fit company’s land acquisition strategies and understanding of current market trends in land development and homebuilding. A career with purpose. A career built on making dreams come true. A career built on building zero defect homes, cost management, and adherence to schedules.

Your Responsibilities on the Team

• Identify potential land acquisition targets through tax maps and networking with brokers, landowners, and others.
• Facilitate the due diligence process and schedule activities for contracted projects through the Greenbook process with the VP of Land.
• Participate in weekly land acquisition meetings and update the DP and VP of Land and Development on potential deals.
• Assist in the rezoning process and attend meetings with government officials, engineers, and homeowners.
• Maintain inventory reports, critical dates, contract summaries, and periodic market analyses.
• Maintain Land Contract files, maps, and other documents in the Division office.
• Network with other builders and developers to stay market-aware and develop key contacts.
• Assist management in negotiating terms and specifics of purchase and sale agreements, working with the Division’s outside attorney and region attorney for contract approvals.
• Collaborate with the VP of Land and VP of Finance to keep the 5-year plan current monthly.
• Update the contract status report for the divisions weekly.

Your Toolbox

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in business administration, engineering, accounting, finance, or similar field preferred.
• Proficient in computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling, and data management software.
• Knowledge of sales/negotiating principles and real estate.
• Effective and concise communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to exercise initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented problem-solver capable of handling complex situations.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Valid auto insurance coverage.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements

Regular, in-person attendance at Company communities/job sites and offices during regular work hours is an essential function of this job. Requires the ability to work more than eight hours per day in the confined quarters of a construction trailer, the ability to operate a motor vehicle, read plans, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds. Job may require occasional operation of construction equipment. Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator. This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. During the course of your employment, you may be required to use, download, or access certain Company-approved tools, programs, applications, or systems. These resources may include, but are not limited to, applications designed for customer engagement, operational efficiency, data analysis, Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, and other business functions.

General Overview of Compensation & Benefits

We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an annual salary of $69,040.62 - $130,343, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials (e.g., cost of labor/living, etc.), and operational considerations. This position may be eligible for bonuses. This position may be eligible for commissions. This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy.

Life at Lennar

• Robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%.
• Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan.
• Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance.
• Up to three weeks of vacation annually.
• Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
• New Hire Referral Bonus Program.
• Significant Home Purchase Discounts.
• Everyone’s Included Day.

Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

Work Where Everyone’s Included

We’re committed to building and sustaining an inclusive culture where everyone has a seat at the table, and we’re all on a first-name basis. This inclusive culture influences our hiring practices, the communities we serve and how we build better career experiences for all our Associates.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.