Strategic Land Acquisition Manager

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

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.