Land Acquisition Specialist

Land Acquisition Specialist

Metropolitan Companies is looking for a Land Acquisition Specialist to join our team! The Land Acquisition Specialist is responsible for identifying new leads and competitors for Single Family neighborhoods and Multi-Family Apartment land deals. We have a competitive package that includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability), holiday pay, paid time off, bonus, 401k, and more.

If you are flexible, motivated and want to join a growing company, then this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Identify competitors for each new deal.
• Identify land leads through contacting brokers and engineers, reviewing development websites, studying GIS and land use plans, driving areas, and researching available resources
• Maintain a database of land sales data, approved new subdivisions, and other relevant data.
• Investigate site characteristics, including current and required zoning, compatibility with land use plans, wetlands, topography, school districts, and proximity to employment centers and local services & amenities.
• Complete project startup documents for all new deals at contract execution
• Attend meetings with sellers, brokers, and municipalities with the VP of Land Development.
• Learn how to negotiate and contract land and lots
• Assemble and coordinate analytics for corporate approval of new acquisitions

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Competencies:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to problem solve.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 1-2 years of related experience.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability)
• 401k Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus Program
• Employee Referral Program

About Metropolitan Companies

At its inception over 35 years ago, Metropolitan Management Group began on the principle of an honest handshake. Today, that handshake represents the strong relationships we have built with our team members. It is due to their complete efforts and commitment to our company that has made us a successful leader in the Real Estate Industry. Over the years, we have grown into Metropolitan Companies, and our culture emanates an entrepreneurial spirit, respect, and responsibility. We have firmly committed to support these aspects of our team members careers, both professionally and personally. While these core elements reflect our strong standards, they also create and promote a positive work environment.