Strategic Land Acquisition Analyst | Flexible Work-Life

Meritage Homes; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritage Homes is seeking a Land Acquisition Analyst for its NorCal/Sacramento division. The role focuses on researching and analyzing land opportunities for residential development, producing detailed financial reports and pro-forma analyses.

The position requires a BA/BS in a related field and 3–5 years of acquisitions experience, with strong Excel proficiency and the ability to work with cross-functional teams including engineers and executives. Local real estate knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Real Estate, Finance, Planning or Civil Engineering.
• 3–5 years of related experience with acquisitions or development.
• Local real estate knowledge is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with reimbursement agreements, purchase/sales contracts, entitlements, engineering and zoning issues.
• Experience in managing people, department operations, budget and pro-forma management.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze information for land suitability and purchase viability.
• Prepare detailed reports and economic/market analyses.
• Build economic base analysis and key indicators.
• Prepare sections of corporate approval packages.
• Coordinate with engineers for updated land maps; support acquisition decisions.
• Visit competing communities to procure pricing, site plans and indicators.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Pro-forms & reports

Land acquisitions

Negotiation/communication

Team mentoring

Education

BA/BS in Real Estate/Finance/Planning

Tools

Metrostudy

Job description

Meritage Homes is seeking a Land Acquisition Analyst for its NorCal/Sacramento division. The role focuses on researching and analyzing land opportunities for residential development, producing detailed financial reports and pro-forma analyses.

The position requires a BA/BS in a related field and 3–5 years of acquisitions experience, with strong Excel proficiency and the ability to work with cross-functional teams including engineers and executives. Local real estate knowledge is a plus.