VP of Land Acquisition (On-site)

At Allied Development, we provide the capital, support, processes and execution—”you build your own business” within our company. As Vice President of Land Acquisition of the Phoenix Metro market of AZ, you will have full autonomy in your market, driving the identification and acquisition of Land with Single Family Residential Development Potential. This role is designed for a self-motivated dealmaker who thrives on sourcing and acquiring land opportunities. You’ll leverage Allied Development’s innovative resources, capital, processes, marketing, analysis, project management/, entitlement expertise, and a streamlined sales process, allowing you to focus on what you do best—finding and securing great projects.

Job Responsibilities (Tasks Associated With The Role)

• Build & Own Your Pipeline – Identify and secure high-potential land opportunities that align with our growth strategy.
• Market Leadership – Develop and maintain strong relationships with landowners, developers, homebuilders, brokers, and municipalities to source off-market opportunities.
• Negotiation & Deal Structuring – Lead contract negotiations to optimize terms for Allied Development while ensuring a win-win for all parties.
• Collaboration & Execution – Work closely with our internal teams to monetize the projects you acquire.

Job Skills & Experience (Expected Proficiencies)
We are looking for a highly driven, land acquisition leader who is ready to build and scale their own pipeline within Allied Development. This role is not for the passive or the reactive—it’s for a high-energy dealmaker who wants to build something significant while backed by proven processes. If you have the experience, drive, and vision to grow land acquisition at scale, we want to hear from you.

• Industry Expertise – Must have direct experience working for a homebuilder or land developer (not as a consultant, broker, or independent contractor).
• Proven Deal Maker – Minimum 7 years of experience in single family residential land acquisition with a track record of successfully acquiring land.
• Market Knowledge & Network – Deep understanding of land opportunities within your markets with strong industry relationships.
• Business Development & Negotiation Acumen – Skilled in building relationships and contract negotiations in order to structure deals that maximize returns.
• Internal Drive – Self-motivated, proactive, and able to operate independently while leveraging Allied’s Team and resources.
• Results-Oriented – Thrives in a fast-paced, high-output environment, managing a substantial pipeline.
• Strategic & Hands-On – A mix of big-picture thinking and tactical execution, with the ability to roll up your sleeves and drive opportunities to execution.
• Exceptional Follow-Through – High sense of urgency,, and a relentless commitment to execution.
• Growth-Oriented – Committed to continuous learning and professional development in the evolving land development space.
• Tech-Savvy – Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, CRM software for tracking leads and managing relationships.

Why Join Us?

• Entrepreneurial Opportunity – Operate as a business leader with your market and have the backing of a well-capitalized and innovative development company.
• Proven Execution – Our team will handle marketing, analysis, entitlements, development, and sales, so you can focus on acquisitions.
• Uncapped Potential – Success is directly tied to your ability to source land—grow your pipeline with the peace of mind that Allied will NOT cap your financial upside. This is a high-impact, high-autonomy role for someone ready to take control of their success. If you’re a proven land acquisition professional looking to build something meaningful, Allied Development is your place.

Company Mission
The mission of Allied Development is to grow the legacy of land owners, communities and builders by developing land that allows families to flourish.

We bring value to land owners by maximizing their opportunity while prioritizing their needs.
We bring value to local communities by turning their vision of growth into reality.
We bring value to the builders of America by creating prime projects for them to build.
We bring value to our members by educating and empowering them to effectively execute our models.

We do this by uniting all parties together in alignment to effectively execute successful real estate developments. We are successful when a project is completed and everyone wins.

About Company
Founded in Clackamas, Oregon, by real estate entrepreneur Cody Bjugan, Allied Development has grown into a nationally recognized company focusing in over 10 states covering 23 major markets and expanding.

Now headquartered in Scottsdale, our company leverages talent, technology, and relationships to manage successful residential land development projects across the United States. With a rich history of more than 20 years, we have established a standard of excellence in the land acquisition and entitlement expertise we provide to all our stakeholders—including landowners, partners, homebuilders, and internal team members.

Although the basic concept of land development may appear straightforward, it is our commitment to ensuring each unique property is developed to its best and highest potential that sets Allied Development apart.

Allied Development has been recognized as one of Inc. Best Workplaces 2024.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Performance bonus
• Profit sharing
• Stock options

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is the earliest date you are available to start this position?
• Was the land that you acquired for a homebuilder for residential or commercial use?
• Have you worked as a full-time employee for a homebuilder in your career? If so, who have you worked for? (This DOES NOT include working as an outside source such as a real estate agent, contractor, or consultant)
• What is your desired salary?
• Provide a link to your LinkedIn profile or personal website
• Do you currently reside in the Dallas Metro of TX? How long have you been working in residential and acquisition in the Dallas Metro of TX?

Experience:

• residential land acquisition: 7 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Scottsdale, AZ 85254: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $150,000 - $200,000