What will you do in this role? Identify potential land acquisition targets in the Utah market to create and grow residential opportunities consistent with the company’s 1-, 3- and 5-year growth targets. Conduct market, site analysis and detailed study of tax maps and networking with real estate brokers, landowners, and others Once viable opportunities are identified, prepare letters of intent (LOI’s) and manage purchase and sale agreements (PSA’s) with land sellers, brokers and internal and external legal counsel(s). In combination with the Market VP of Land, manage due diligence process, underwriting, executive team approvals, and pre-closing entitlements for all land acquisitions. With support from the market leaders, prepare underwritten proformas, due diligence schedules, quantitative and qualitative risk analyses, and Asset Committee presentations for all land acquisitions. Participate in regular acquisition strategy and update meetings with market leaders and executive team. Includes preparation and distribution of a Land Acquisition pipeline and contract tracking reports. Participate in meetings with landowners, government officials, utility providers, engineers, planners, and other consultants as required. Organize and maintain digital records of all due diligence materials, contracts, maps, presentations, and other acquisition files in a central location. Network with other builders and developers to maintain market awareness, develop key contacts, and become a strong competitor in the market area. Maintain a high level of visibility in the home building and development business, actively participating in the community, civic and business organizations pertinent to the industry. You Have: Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related field. 5 years of experience in land acquisition and development for residential homebuilding projects, with a strong focus on land planning and entitlements. Excellent knowledge of local and regional land use planning laws and regulations. Proven track record of successfully acquiring and developing residential land projects. Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. Strong financial analysis and budget management skills. Ability to analyze conceptual site plans. Computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software. Knowledge of sales/negotiating principles and real estate. Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing. Must exercise initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision. Must be detail-oriented and a problem-solver able to deal with complex situations. You Might Also Have: Considerable initiative, independence, and intuition Driven to push for results with a measured sense of urgency Ability to see the Big Picture while maintaining focus on the day-to-day details Proficient in interpreting and analyzing financial reports Confident with numbers and Excel Professional, calm demeanor, with win-win attitude You Might Also Have: Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual, in-person attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly. Benefits & Perks Comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA accounts, 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP Time Off benefits include Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement, Jury Duty, FMLA, refresh, floating holidays, and parental leave Flexible work-from-home options (depending on position) Home purchase discount Tuition Reimbursement Expected Salary: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 annual base salary - This position is eligible for additional performance incentives through quarterly bonus opportunities. All benefits are subject to qualification and hire dates. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Oakwood Homes is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not make employment decisions based on sex, including gender identity and pregnancy, color, race, religion, national origin, or age of 40 and older Business Unit - Oakwood Homes Our passion is simple, and it's been our focus since 1956. We want to help people across America achieve the dream of homeownership. Clayton became part of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway family of companies in 2003. Today we build, sell, finance and insure our homes from coast to coast. Clayton is organized into six businesses that offer opportunities across multiple industries. Our success is in our team members - join our team and see how you can make us stronger. Corporate team members help support each business under the Clayton umbrella. This includes everything from our wellness team, internal audit, accounting/finance, digital marketing, legal, facilities and much more! We believe our strength is our people and we attract those who make us better. Our team members are encouraged to try new things, have a strong work-life balance and continue to grow their skill sets. We are in the middle of a digital transformation, and at Clayton Technology, our team members get that. Our collaborative and innovative culture encourages team members to grow to their full potential. With over 350 information technology team members, we help drive and support every business unit at Clayton by providing innovative technology solutions. Clayton Tech provides services to the entire company, including everything from strategy and planning to software development and IT operations. Clayton Home Building Group has more than 12,000 team members across the United States, currently building more than 45,000 homes per year. We are committed to providing quality, beautiful homes to families across America, and it’s all possible with the knowledge and expertise of our hardworking team members. More than 1,900 team members support Clayton Retail, with over 350 retail centers across the United States. Our home consultants help customers choose from hundreds of floor plans and customize a new home to meet their needs. Clayton Retail, alongside our eight other retail brands, sells more than 17,000 homes annually, as we help people achieve the American dream of homeownership. Clayton Connect, part of Clayton Home Building Group, is responsible for safely transporting our homes and making sure they arrive free of damage. More than 200 team members cover an average of 6,000 miles a day, knowing they are doing more than delivering a home - they are delivering a family’s dream.