Land Acquisition Analyst

DescriptionD.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. Please visit our website at for more information.D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Land Acquisition Analyst in the Operations Department. The right candidate will support the Land Team to source and contract land for the development of residential subdivisions and to acquire finished lots. This will include researching and analyzing properties using GIS, city/county planning websites, and other sources to identify new sites, understand site characteristics, conduct initial feasibility, track land sales data, and collect competitive market data.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Initially investigate site characteristics, including current and required zoning, compatibility with land use plans, wetlands, topography, school districts, competitors, and proximity to employment centers and local services & amenitiesIdentify land leads through contacting brokers and engineers, reviewing development websites, studying GIS and land use plans, driving areas, and researching available resourcesMonitor Unified Development Ordinances (UDO/LDO) and infrastructure projectsMaintain a database of land sales data, employment announcements, approved new subdivisions, and other relevant data to inform the land acquisition teamAssist with contract prep documents and tracking contract milestone datesComplete project startup documents for all new deals at contract executionAttend meetings with sellers, brokers, and developers with the Land Acquisition ManagerLearn how to negotiate and contract land and lotsAssist the Market Analyst to identify competitors for each new dealConducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the companyQualificationsEducation and/or ExperienceBachelor’s degree from a four-year college or universityOne year of related experience and/or trainingFamiliarity with land acquisition, land development, real estate, and/or GIS research; or completion of coursework in a relatable degree programEfficient and effective at multitasking and meeting deadlinesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsProficiency with MS Office and emailPreferred QualificationsAbility to apply critical thinking skillsCome 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 Vision401(K)Employee Stock Purchase PlanFlex Spending AccountsLife & Disability InsuranceVacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company HolidaysMultiple Voluntary and Company provided BenefitsBuild YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleTooJob Field: LandOrganization: Home BuilderSchedule: Full-time