Senior Land Acquisition Strategist – Residential Development

Roguesearch; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Roguesearch is seeking an experienced land acquisition professional for the Bakersfield area to drive ground-up residential development opportunities. You will lead acquisition efforts, run negotiations, and coordinate with developers, brokers, and city officials to secure land assets.

The role demands a strong track record in sourcing and closing land deals, knowledge of zoning and municipal processes, and the ability to work independently within a national developer network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of land acquisition experience for ground-up residential projects.
• Extensive experience sourcing and negotiating land deals from inception to closing.
• Knowledge of Central Valley land markets and relationships with local landowners, brokers and officials.
• Working knowledge of zoning, land-use practices, development standards, and utilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all land acquisition activity for the Bakersfield area.
• Find, place under contract, obtain governmental approvals, and close on new land assets (undeveloped land and developed lots).
• Collaborate with property owners, brokers, developers, and city officials to secure land.
• Generate acquisition opportunities through a network of industry contacts in the Bakersfield area.
• Respond to new leads with initial action plans and research qualifications.
• Conduct Title and municipal research and initial outreach for potential leads.
• Perform financial analyses of potential acquisitions and support proforma pricing.
• Provide property details, seller demands, terms, and contact information for approvals.
• Prepare letters of intent and maintain relationships with developers, brokers, and landowners.
• Underwrite and analyze financial aspects of development opportunities.
• Communicate with city officials and negotiate purchase contracts.
• Prepare memoranda and analytics for corporate approval of land buys.

Skills

Land acquisition

Real estate development

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Industry networking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Roguesearch is seeking an experienced land acquisition professional for the Bakersfield area to drive ground-up residential development opportunities. You will lead acquisition efforts, run negotiations, and coordinate with developers, brokers, and city officials to secure land assets.

The role demands a strong track record in sourcing and closing land deals, knowledge of zoning and municipal processes, and the ability to work independently within a national developer network.