Multifamily-Land Acquistion Manager - Houston

D. R. Horton; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in homebuilding is seeking a Multifamily-Land Acquisition Manager in Houston. This role will oversee land acquisition and entitlements, manage staff, and create key relationships to facilitate project success. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree, alongside strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office.

Benefits

Medical, Vision and Dental

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

Qualifications

• Two to five years of related experience and/or training.
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct all activities related to the acquisition of land for apartment construction.
• Negotiate the acquisition of property and manage staff during the acquisition process.
• Research and develop new market data for targeted investigations.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Common sense understanding

Proficiency with MS Office and email

Education

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description - Multifamily-Land Acquistion Manager - Houston (2502466)

Job Description

Multifamily-Land Acquistion Manager - Houston - 2502466

Description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Multifamily-Land Acquisition Manager. The Multifamily Land Acquisition Manager will have the responsibility for land acquisition and entitlement. This position will oversee all activities related to land acquisition and entitlements. Coordinate with the development and design department ensuring all related activities including water, sewer, storm water, electric, gas and telephone/internet are progressing to schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plan and direct all activities related to the acquisition of land and the entitlement of land for future apartment construction
• Manage staff and communicate with corporate staff as needed during the acquisition process to determine the viability of the project
• Create relationships with brokers, landowners, real estate agents, attorneys, city management and staff to facilitate the acquisition of land and assist in coordination of the entitlements necessary to move the project to permit ready status
• Negotiate the acquisition of property with the seller or the seller’s representative, coordinate with DHI Communities legal staff or representative to complete the contract with terms acceptable to DHI Communities
• Create all documentation, reports and analysis to support buying/not buying decision for the project
• During the due diligence process, prior to putting up hard money, complete analysis to determine the financial viability of the project and meet with the city to determine the city’s position on the project
• Post-closing, work with the Entitlement Department and Project Manager to resolve any issues that arise and continue to coordinate with the city to receive all approvals
• Update management on acquisition status and issues on a timely basis
• Research and develop new market data to determine markets that should be targeted for further investigation. Determine within those markets areas that are underserved by the existing apartment stock where DHI Communities could develop successful projects
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly managestwo or more employees in the Operations Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
• Two to five years of related experience and/or training
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge in Excel is preferred

Come joina winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and arelooking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Vision and Dental
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

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