Land Acquisitioner - Central New Jersey

Land Acquisitioner - Central New Jersey

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Land Acquisitioner for their Land Department. The right candidate will acquire undeveloped land or finished lots for development in Central New Jersey counties. Work with property owners, brokers, land developers, city officials and others to secure land.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, secure and organize land acquisition leads
• Receive and provide initial response plan for all new leads from outside sources
• Perform title and municipal research and inquiries for potential land leads
• Provide initial meeting with seller and/or seller's representative
• Provide all pertinent property description information, seller demands, terms, conditions and contact information to management
• Prepare letters of intent, negotiate contracts, and manage land acquisitions from LOI to closing
• Maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers and land owners
• Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity
• Communicate regularly with city officials
• Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Able to travel overnight

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university. Minimum of two (2) years of related experience and/or training. Proficiency with MS Office and email. Preferred Qualifications: Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to multi-task and attention to detail. Experience in residential homebuilding industry a plus.

Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Aggressive bonus structure.

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including: Medical, Dental and Vision 401(K) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Flex Spending Accounts Life & Disability Insurance Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America's Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo