VP of Land Acquisition

LAM Lennar Associates Mgmt LLC; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 256,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Vacation

Holidays, Sick Leave, Personal Day

Referral bonus

Home purchase discounts

Everyone's Included Day

Job summary

Lennar is seeking a Vice President of Land Acquisition to manage all aspects of land acquisition, due diligence, feasibility, design and entitlements for the Division. Lead land development activities and oversee the Division's land development projects to ensure timely starts and compliant approvals.

The role requires a degree in business, engineering, accounting or finance and at least 10 years of combined land development experience. Strong negotiation and budgeting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Degree in business administration, engineering, accounting, finance or similar program.
• Minimum 10 years of combined experience in land development and land acquisition.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of sales/negotiating principles and real estate.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential land acquisition targets through detailed study of tax maps and networking with attorneys, engineers and others involved in residential land development.
• Prepare land acquisition packages for corporate investment committee approval.
• Conduct and facilitate monthly and quarterly partner meetings.
• Lead development/entitlement budgeting and land pipelines.
• Negotiate purchase contracts and design service agreements.
• Direct the planning and coordination of civil engineering, architectural and landscape design services.
• Presentations at public hearings and community meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Initiative

Detail orientation

Problem solving

Education

Business/Engineering/Finance degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling

Job description

VP of Land Acquisition

We are Lennar. Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500 company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

Join a Company that Empowers you to Build your Future. Lennar is seeking a Vice President of Land Acquisition to manage all aspects of land acquisition, due diligence, feasibility, design and entitlements for the Division. Manage all land development activities for the Division. A career with purpose. A career built on making dreams come true. A career built on building zero defect homes, cost management, and adherence to schedules.

Your Responsibilities on the Team

• Identify potential land acquisition targets through detailed study of tax maps and networking with attorneys, engineers and others involved in residential land development.
• Prepare land acquisition packages "Greenbook" for corporate investment committee approval.
• Conduct and facilitate monthly and quarterly partner (join venture) meetings.
• Responsible for Bond maintenance.
• Development/Entitlement Budgeting.
• Responsible for lot takedown schedules, land pipelines schedules, and LOC updates.
• Supervise Third Party HOA Management Company and review HOA annual budget(s).
• Ability to run a board of directors meeting when necessary and according to Robert's Rules of Order.
• Develop and maintain effective resident relations plan through the Division’s communities.
• Observe all safety standards and participate in the Company’s efforts to provide a safe work environment.
• Recruit, hire and train associates as necessary.
• Manage the design, budgeting and construction of community amenities.
• Presentations at public hearings and community meetings.
• Obtain required permits and governmental approvals for all land development improvements for the Division.
• Achieve starts projections and closings on new communities.
• Maintain inventory reports, critical dates, contracts summaries and periodic market analysis.
• Maintain Land Contract files, maps and other files in Division office.
• Network with other builders, developers and brokers to maintain market awareness; develop key contacts and introductions to DP to become a strong competitor in Division’s market area.
• Negotiate purchase contracts, land development contracts and design service agreements.
• Direct the planning and coordination of civil engineering, architectural and landscape design services.
• Assist the Division President in developing long range planning and growth objectives for the division.
• Lead, coach, mentor and manage individuals and team to ensure top performance of all team members in achieving desired results while finding efficient and effective solutions that create overall organizational value.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Degree in business administration, engineering, accounting, finance or similar program required.
• Minimum 10 years of combines experience in land development and land acquisition.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Valid current auto insurance coverage.
• Computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software.
• Knowledge of sales/negotiating principles and real estate.
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Must exercise initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
• Must be detail-oriented and a problem-solver able to deal with complex situations.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, walk, move and/or carry equipment in excess of 20 pounds. Must have finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and calculator.

This position outlines the basic tasks and requirements for the position noted. It is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the associates. #LI-DT1 This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

General Overview of Compensation & Benefits

We reasonably expect the base compensation offered for this position to range from an annual salary of $164,366.13 - $256,286, subject to adjustment based on business-related factors such as employee qualifications, geographic pay differentials (e.g., cost of labor/living, etc.), and operational considerations. This position may be eligible for bonuses. This position may be eligible for commissions. This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy. This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

Benefits

• Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of.
• Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future.
• Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments.
• To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations.
• From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
• Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone's Included Day.

Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

Work Where Everyone's Included

We're committed to building and sustaining an inclusive culture where everyone has a seat at the table, and we're all on a first-name basis. This inclusive culture influences our hiring practices, the communities we serve and how we build better career experiences for all our Associates. It's why we created our Everyone's Included Advisory Council, and we'd love for you to be a part of our shared journey.

We're Always Looking Ahead. Want to work in an innovative environment that empowers you to explore your passions? At Lennar, we promote asking questions and working together to solve complex problems. It's how we've become a leader in the homebuilding industry and why our Associates love working here.

If you're interested in helping people find their future homes and, in doing so, build a better future for themselves, then Lennar is the place for you.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.