Multifamily-Land Acquisition Manager - Phoenix

Job Title and Location Multifamily-Land Acquisition Manager — Phoenix (2601869) Job Overview D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Multifamily-Land Acquisition Manager . The manager will have responsibility for land acquisition and entitlement. This position will oversee all activities related to land acquisition and entitlements, coordinating with the development and design departments to ensure that all related activities—including water, sewer, stormwater, electric, gas, and telephone/internet—progress on schedule. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Plan and direct all activities related to the acquisition of land and the entitlement of land for future apartment construction. Manage staff and communicate with corporate staff as needed during the acquisition process to determine the viability of the project. Create relationships with brokers, landowners, real‑estate agents, attorneys, city management, and staff to facilitate the acquisition of land and coordinate the entitlements necessary to move the project to permit‑ready status. Negotiate the acquisition of property with the seller or the seller’s representative, and coordinate with DHI Communities legal staff to complete the contract with terms acceptable to DHI Communities. Create documentation, reports, and analysis to support buying/not‑buying decisions for the project. During the due‑diligence process, prior to putting up hard money, complete analysis to determine the financial viability of the project and meet with the city to determine the city’s position on the project. Post‑closing, work with the Entitlement Department and Project Manager to resolve any issues that arise and continue to coordinate with the city to receive all approvals. Update management on acquisition status and issues on a timely basis. Research and develop new market data to determine markets that should be targeted for further investigation, and identify within those markets areas that are underserved by the existing apartment stock where DHI Communities could develop successful projects. Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company. Supervisory Responsibilities Directly manage two or more employees in the Operations Department; carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university. Two to five years of related experience and/or training. Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form or via DRH applications. Proficiency with MS Office and email. Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of Excel. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Flex Spending Accounts. Life & Disability Insurance. Vacation, Sick, Personal Time, and Company Holidays. Multiple voluntary and company‑provided benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr D. R. Horton