Land Acquisition Search Analyst

About KB Home KB Home is one of America's largest and most trusted homebuilders, with nearly 700,000 quality-homes built over our more than 65-year history. Operating across 21 divisions in 9 states, we don’t just build houses we create places where families can make a lifetime of memories. At KB Home, our foundation is our people. We foster genuine relationships with our customers throughout their homebuying journey, while our employees bring passion and purpose to work every day. Our shared culture of customer obsession drives our mission to make homeownership attainable for all. The Opportunity Are you passionate about real estate and eager to make a significant impact in the land acquisition industry? This is your opportunity to play a crucial role in shaping our division’s market strategy and business plan by identifying and acquiring prime land opportunities. You will play a vital role in sourcing and tracking raw land and finished lots to support our market strategy and business plan. You will build and maintain a comprehensive land database, using GIS software and other tools to identify promising opportunities. Key Responsibilities Identify new land opportunities using GIS tools (Land Vision, Google Earth), websites (LoopNet, Redfin), and databases (Zonda). Integrate mapping information into our customized database to track and analyze potential land deals. Evaluate opportunities using metrics such as GMA, CMA’s, the Market Strategy Matrix, submarket permit activity, and unit availability. Source off-market deals and perform outreach to landowners, providing qualified leads for senior acquisition staff. Conduct research on publicly available information including general plans, planning commission agendas, and city council updates. Analyze competitor locations, offerings, price points, and acquisition costs, updating findings in the GIS mapping system. What You Bring Bachelor’s Degree required. Preferred majors include Geospatial Mapping (GIS), Business, Construction Management, Engineering, Planning, and/or Finance within the real estate or homebuilding discipline. Experience: Market research experience required. 1+ years of mapping experience preferred. 1-4 years of residential or commercial land acquisition experience preferred. A market research mindset with proficiency in GIS and/or land-related databases. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while creating efficient data handling systems. An action-oriented approach with a drive to advance projects to successful closure. Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to break down and convey complex concepts clearly. Advanced technical and analytical abilities, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Suite (with advanced Excel skills). Requirements Work 8-hour days with flexibility for overtime when necessary. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods. Ability to move about work location. Ability to drive/travel as needed. Ability to walk up and down stairs. Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information so others will understand. Ability to transport and move up to 20 lbs and move as needed (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/IT/Land/Marketing/Sales/Studio). Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/Land/Sales). Position is located on-site at the KB Home Division Office. #LI-onsite Compensation Details and Benefits KB Home offers a competitive base pay. Other rewards may include bonuses or role-specific awards. KB Home provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation. Base Pay Rate The KB Home Difference Join us and become part of a team where innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction drive everything we do - and where people truly matter. As a KB Home team member, you’ll experience: A culture defined by customer obsession and collaboration. The satisfaction of helping families achieve their dream of homeownership. Opportunities for growth and development within a nationally recognized company. Visit ourcareer site to learn more about working at KB Home and joining our team. KB Home wants prospective employees to protect themselves from fraudulent activity. Legitimate communication will only come from email addresses ending View email address on click.appcast.io through our applicant tracking system, iCIMS, View email address on click.appcast.io@talent.icims.comdomains. KB Home and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters orthird partyrecruiting agencies in response to job postings. KB Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Kb-Home