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Land Acquisition Manager

D.R. Horton, Inc.Schaumburg, IL

$110,000 - $130,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$110,000-$130,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

D.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 www.drhorton.com 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 Managers

  • Lead land acquisition activities and maintain responsibility for assigned transactions

  • Review acquisition analyses, due diligence findings, and transaction recommendations prepared by land acquisition team members

  • Establish acquisition priorities and monitor pipeline activity to support business objectives

  • Negotiate and secure land transactions while ensuring compliance with company approval requirements

  • Coordinate acquisition activities with land development, finance, operations, legal, and executive leadership

  • Monitor departmental budgets, forecasts, reports, and acquisition performance metrics

  • Evaluate market conditions and recommend strategic acquisition opportunities and adjustments

  • Support talent planning activities, including interviewing, onboarding, training, performance coaching, and succession planning for land acquisition team members

  • Assist with developing, maintaining, and improving land acquisition processes, tools, and reporting practices to support consistent execution across assigned markets

  • Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profitability of the company

  • Ability to travel overnight as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Supervises 2 or more employees

Education and/or Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • 7 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 Qualifications

  • Experience 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 Vision

  • 401(K)

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Flex Spending Accounts

  • Life & Disability Insurance

  • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

  • Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000

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FAQs About Land Acquisition Manager Jobs at D.R. Horton, Inc.

What is the work location for this position at D.R. Horton, Inc.?
This job at D.R. Horton, Inc. is located in Schaumburg, IL, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at D.R. Horton, Inc.?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $110,000 and $130,000 per year.
What employment applies to this position at D.R. Horton, Inc.?
D.R. Horton, Inc. lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at D.R. Horton, Inc.?
D.R. Horton, Inc. is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
What education level is required for this job?
The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
What benefits are offered by D.R. Horton, Inc. for this role?
D.R. Horton, Inc. offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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