Land Acquisition Manager

Role & responsibilit

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the sourcing and acquisition of residential land opportunities through brokers, off-market channels, MLS listings, and direct outreach.
• Negotiate complex Letters of Intent (LOIs), Purchase Agreements, and other transactional documents with landowners and legal representatives.
• Manage and mentor a team of analysts and acquisition associates, providing guidance on target selection, due diligence, and financial modeling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, brokers, legal counsel, municipal officials, and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee the preparation and coordination of due diligence materials, including title reviews, zoning analysis, and environmental assessments.
• Collaborate with internal legal, finance, and development teams to ensure smooth execution of land deals and alignment with strategic goals.
• Track, report, and present acquisition metrics, deal progress, and market trends to senior leadership.
• Monitor regional market conditions, competitor activity, and land value trends to inform acquisition strategy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Real Estate, Business, Urban Planning, Finance, or a related field; Masters degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in land acquisition, real estate development, or related fields, with a proven track record of successfully executed land deals.
• Demonstrated experience leading negotiations and managing cross-functional acquisition teams.
• Deep understanding of land use regulations, zoning laws, and entitlement processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with proficiency in financial modeling and CRM platforms.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with multiple priorities

Preferred candidate profile