Director of Land Acquisition Polk County, FL Highlights: Top 3 national builder with the top land acquisition team in the country Division will grow to over 2,000 closings in the short term Succession plan to the VP of Land Acquisition Strong comp package and division performance target pays out at 200% What you will do: Responsible for locating, researching and contracting new land suitable for acquisition and development. Responsibilities: Locate land suitable for acquisition and development by conducting the necessary market research and due diligence. Determine land values in the specific market by checking like property sales by means of public records, developers and other professional affiliates. Negotiate and contract land acquisition. Coordinate land entitlement and planning activities with Development team. Coordinate governmental review. Oversee land mapping. Review and monitor purchase agreements. Coordinate joint venture agreements or joint venture management agreements, as appropriate. Ensures appropriate staffing to meet department needs. Delegates work according to employee's abilities and skills. Evaluates employee's performance and plans for compensation actions in accordance with that performance. Provides developmental opportunities through identification of internal and external training opportunities. Creates opportunities for employee growth. What you will need: Bachelors Degree in Business or equivalent preferred. Valid Driver's License because driving is an essential function of this position. Previous related experience. Strong negotiation and contract skills. Requires knowledge of market trends, pricing and growth & supply. Knowledge of political environment and the ability to form political connections. Ability to strategically implement the company's goals by acquiring the necessary land to meet the strategic objectives.
