Manager Land Acquisition - Ocala, FL

PulteGroup; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PulteGroup is seeking a Senior Land Acquisition Manager in Florida to identify land opportunities and lead feasibility analysis for high-potential projects. You will build relationships with developers and oversee due diligence, pricing, and entitlement processes across multiple markets.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and effective cross-functional collaboration within a Fortune 500 homebuilder with a broad portfolio of brands.

Qualifications

• Requires basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution.
• Typically requires specialized knowledge of technical or operational practices within assigned discipline.
• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2-4 years prior relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify land suitable for acquisition and development by conducting the necessary market research.
• Develop a network of local developers, builders, brokers, and land owners.
• Follow local municipalities to keep current with new growth corridors, land use regulations, etc.
• Determine land values in the specific market through market research and financial analysis.
• Negotiate price and terms with land sellers and work with internal attorneys to prepare purchase agreements.
• Coordinate land entitlement and planning activities with Development team.
• Coordinate due diligence for land placed under contract.
• Lead the preparation of acquisition feasibility packages including financial analysis, product pricing, competitive market research, fee compilation, and creation of site maps.
• Review and monitor purchase agreements to ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Excel

Written & verbal communication

Planning & organization

Team communication

Independent work

Self-starter

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Build a Career That Builds Your Future — with PulteGroup!

Welcome to PulteGroup where we believe in building more than just homes—we believe in building inspired employees, meaningful careers, and a legacy of excellence. If you're looking for work that moves you, a team that values your ideas, and a company that brings you pride, you’ve come to the right place.

As one of the nation’s largest and most respected homebuilders, PulteGroup offers opportunities to grow within a Fortune 500 company that’s consistently recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For and a certified Great Place to Work. We’re driven by the bold purpose of Building Incredible Places for People to Live Their Dreams.

For over 70 years, we’ve been building more than homes—we’ve been building trust, innovation, and a culture where every team member is empowered to thrive. Join a company that champions inclusion, celebrates diversity, and supports your personal and professional journey.

Headquartered in vibrant Atlanta, Georgia, and operating in over 45 markets nationwide, we’re proud to build homes through our trusted family of brands—including Innovative Construction Group, Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West, and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, Pulte Mortgage, PGP Title, Pulte Insurance Agency —all united under the PulteGroup name.

• Ocala Area**

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Identify land suitable for acquisition and development by conducting the necessary market research.
• Develop a network of local developers, builders, brokers, and land owners.
• Follow local municipalities to keep current with new growth corridors, land use regulations, etc.
• Determine land values in the specific market through market research and financial analysis.
• Negotiate price and terms with land sellers and work with internal attorneys to prepare purchase agreements.
• Coordinate land entitlement and planning activities with Development team.
• Coordinate due diligence for land placed under contract.
• Lead the preparation of acquisition feasibility packages including financial analysis, product pricing, competitive market research, fee compilation, and creation of site maps.
• Review and monitor purchase agreements to ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Career Level (M2)

Organizational Impact

• Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team of professionals, with direct impact on the immediate or short-term operational results of the area.
• Typically does not have budget accountability, but may manage day- to-day spreadsheets or elements of the budget (e.g., overtime for staff, expense monitoring)

Leadership & Talent Management

• Supervises a team consisting of professionals, typically at the entry or intermediate level.
• Leads, directs and reviews the work of team members in order to accomplish operational plans and results.
• Provides primary input to hiring, firing, promotion, performance and rewards decisions for direct reports.

Knowledge & Experience

• Requires basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution.
• Typically requires specialized knowledge of technical or operational practices within assigned discipline.
• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2-4 years prior relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Advanced analytic skills
• Excellent Excel skills
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate/work with others
• Ability to work independently
• Self-starter

Required Licensing, Registration And/or Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License because driving is an essential function of this position.

Physical Requirements

• Not applicable

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