Land Analyst
Dream Finders Homes, Inc.
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Job summary
Dream Finders Homes, Inc. in Bluffton, SC seeks a Land Acquisition Analyst to drive financial analysis and deal evaluation for residential land opportunities. You will build underwritten models, assess market conditions, and manage due diligence from intake through entitlements and closing.
The role offers a clear path to growth into Land Acquisition Manager, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration with leadership and land development teams. On-site work in Bluffton is required.
Qualifications
- 2–4 years of experience in real estate financial analysis, land acquisition, or project analysis with a homebuilder, residential developer, or multi-family construction/development firm.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or Business required. Master’s degree (MSRE, MRED, MBA, or MS in Construction Management) highly preferred.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for complex financial modeling and CMA preparation.
- Experience with GIS mapping platforms (e.g., LandVision, ArcGIS).
- Familiarity with DealPath or similar real estate pipeline management software is a strong plus.
- Solid understanding of site feasibility, construction operational flow, land entitlements, zoning codes, and municipal approval processes.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills; able to present data to executives and interact with land sellers and brokers.
- On-site work location in Bluffton, SC with local field visits (no remote option).
Responsibilities
- Underwriting & Financial Modeling: Build and update detailed proforma financial models, DCF cash flow analyses, CMAs, and land underwriting metrics.
- Pipeline & Operational Flow: Oversee workflows and project pipeline tracking using DealPath and manage closing dates.
- Due Diligence Support & Fieldwork: Assist the Land Development team with environmental, geotechnical, boundary, and zoning reviews; conduct on-site visits.
- Market & Competitive Research: Track submarket housing trends, pricing, lot supply, permits, and absorption rates.
- Approval Decks: Compile financial, engineering, and market data for Investment Committee memos and land transaction decisions.
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Job description
Dream Finders Homes is seeking a high-caliber Land Acquisition Analyst to join our team in Bluffton, SC.
This role serves as the analytical and operational engine behind our land acquisition and development activities. Working closely with executive leadership and land development teams, you will evaluate residential land opportunities, build financial underwriting models, assess market conditions, assist with cross-functional due diligence tracking, and manage operational workflows from initial intake through site entitlement and closing.
If you have a strong background in real estate finance, residential land, or multi-family construction/development and are looking for a clear trajectory to grow into a Land Acquisition Manager, this opportunity is for you.
Underwriting & Financial Modeling: Build and update detailed proforma financial models, DCF cash flow analyses, CMAs (Comparative Market Analyses), and land underwriting metrics for prospective residential acquisitions.
Pipeline & Operational Flow: Oversee operational workflows and project pipeline tracking using DealPath to manage deal status, milestone checklists, and critical closing dates.
Due Diligence Support & Fieldwork: Assist the Land Development team—who primarily leads site diligence—by supporting the review of environmental reports, geotechnical studies, boundary surveys, utility capacities, and zoning/entitlement restrictions. Perform regular on-site field visits as needed.
Market & Competitive Research: Track submarket housing trends, competitor pricing, lot supply, permit activity, and home sales absorption rates to identify viable growth corridors.
Approval Decks: Synthesize financial, engineering, and market data into executive-level Investment Committee memos and presentations to justify land transactions.
Experience: 2–4 years of experience in real estate financial analysis, land acquisition, or project analysis with a homebuilder, residential developer, or multi-family construction/development firm. (This is not an entry-level/recent undergraduate role).
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or Business required. Master’s degree (MSRE, MRED, MBA, or MS in Construction Management) is highly preferred.
Software & Systems Mastery:
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for complex financial modeling and CMA preparation.
Experience with GIS mapping platforms (e.g., LandVision, ArcGIS).
Familiarity with DealPath or similar real estate pipeline management software is a strong plus.
Industry & Construction Knowledge: Solid understanding of site feasibility, construction operational flow, land entitlements, zoning codes, and municipal approval processes.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written English communication skills; comfortable presenting data to executive leadership and interacting with local land sellers and brokers.
Work Location: On-site in Bluffton, SC with local field visits. Must be willing to work on-site (no remote option).
Competitive compensation structure with performance-based bonuses tied to project approvals and closings.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Clear career path toward a Land Acquisition Manager position.
Dream Finders Homes is seeking a high-caliber Land Acquisition Analyst to join our team in Bluffton, SC.
This role serves as the analytical and operational engine behind our land acquisition and development activities. Working closely with executive leadership and land development teams, you will evaluate residential land opportunities, build financial underwriting models, assess market conditions, assist with cross-functional due diligence tracking, and manage operational workflows from initial intake through site entitlement and closing.
If you have a strong background in real estate finance, residential land, or multi-family construction/development and are looking for a clear trajectory to grow into a Land Acquisition Manager, this opportunity is for you.
Underwriting & Financial Modeling: Build and update detailed proforma financial models, DCF cash flow analyses, CMAs (Comparative Market Analyses), and land underwriting metrics for prospective residential acquisitions.
Pipeline & Operational Flow: Oversee operational workflows and project pipeline tracking using DealPath to manage deal status, milestone checklists, and critical closing dates.
Due Diligence Support & Fieldwork: Assist the Land Development team—who primarily leads site diligence—by supporting the review of environmental reports, geotechnical studies, boundary surveys, utility capacities, and zoning/entitlement restrictions. Perform regular on-site field visits as needed.
Market & Competitive Research: Track submarket housing trends, competitor pricing, lot supply, permit activity, and home sales absorption rates to identify viable growth corridors.
Approval Decks: Synthesize financial, engineering, and market data into executive-level Investment Committee memos and presentations to justify land transactions.
Experience: 2–4 years of experience in real estate financial analysis, land acquisition, or project analysis with a homebuilder, residential developer, or multi-family construction/development firm. (This is not an entry-level/recent undergraduate role).
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or Business required. Master’s degree (MSRE, MRED, MBA, or MS in Construction Management) is highly preferred.
Software & Systems Mastery:
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for complex financial modeling and CMA preparation.
Experience with GIS mapping platforms (e.g., LandVision, ArcGIS).
Familiarity with DealPath or similar real estate pipeline management software is a strong plus.
Industry & Construction Knowledge: Solid understanding of site feasibility, construction operational flow, land entitlements, zoning codes, and municipal approval processes.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written English communication skills; comfortable presenting data to executive leadership and interacting with local land sellers and brokers.
Work Location: On-site in Bluffton, SC with local field visits. Must be willing to work on-site (no remote option).
Competitive compensation structure with performance-based bonuses tied to project approvals and closings.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Clear career path toward a Land Acquisition Manager position.
4454 Bluffton Park CrescentSuite 101 , Bluffton , SC 29910 , United States
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- Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision; Vacation & Holidays -- generous PTO & 8 holidays; 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs, Home Purchase Discount for Associates, Pet Insurance.
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