Multifamily-Land Acquisition Manager - Charlotte

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 an Multifamily-Land Acquisition Manager. The Multifamily Land Acquisition Manager will have the responsibility for land acquisition and entitlement. This position will oversee all activities related to land acquisition and entitlements. Coordinate with the development and design department ensuring all related activities including water, sewer, storm water, electric, gas and telephone/internet are progressing to schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• 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 assist in coordination of the entitlements necessary to move the project to permit ready status
• Negotiate the acquisition of property with the seller or the seller's representative, coordinate with DHI Communities legal staff or representative to complete the contract with terms acceptable to DHI Communities
• Create all documentation, reports and analysis to support buying/not buying decision 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
• Maintain due diligence documentation
• 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. Determine within those markets areas that are underserved by the existing apartment stock where DHI Communities could develop successful projects
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly manages two or more employees in the Operations Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; 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 oral form or via DRH applications
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge in Excel is preferred

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

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