Land Acquisition Manager

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 a Division Land Acquisition Manager. The right candidate will oversee land acquisition activities within an assigned geographic area while maintaining responsibility for assigned acquisition transactions. This role supervises land acquisition personnel, manages departmental operations, and directly supports the execution of land acquisition strategies that align with business objectives.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Supervise, mentor, and develop Land Acquisition Analysts, Senior Analysts, and Land Acquisition ManagersLead land acquisition activities and maintain responsibility for assigned transactionsReview acquisition analyses, due diligence findings, and transaction recommendations prepared by land acquisition team membersEstablish acquisition priorities and monitor pipeline activity to support business objectivesNegotiate and secure land transactions while ensuring compliance with company approval requirementsCoordinate acquisition activities with land development, finance, operations, legal, and executive leadershipMonitor departmental budgets, forecasts, reports, and acquisition performance metricsEvaluate market conditions and recommend strategic acquisition opportunities and adjustmentsSupport talent planning activities, including interviewing, onboarding, training, performance coaching, and succession planning for land acquisition team membersAssist with developing, maintaining, and improving land acquisition processes, tools, and reporting practices to support consistent execution across assigned marketsConduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profitability of the companyAbility to travel overnight as neededSupervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervises 2 or more employeesQualificationsEducation and/or ExperienceBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience7+ years of progressive experience in land acquisition, development, real estate, or homebuilding required.2+ years of leadership or project leadership experience.Ability to develop talent while maintaining accountability for business results.Proven ability to build productive partnerships across departments to facilitate successful acquisitions.Strong computer skills required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to quickly learn new programs and systems.Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form, or through DRH applications.Ability to sit for the majority of an 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision.The noise level is generally moderate.Preferred QualificationsExperience leading land acquisition teams while managing multiple transactions, priorities, and cross-functional relationships in a fast-paced homebuilding or real estate environment.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 Vision401(K)Employee Stock Purchase PlanFlex Spending AccountsLife & Disability InsuranceVacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company HolidaysMultiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder.#WeBuildPeopleTooJob Field: LandOrganization: Home BuilderSchedule: Full-time