Land Acquisition Manager

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Why Eastwood Homes?

Founded in 1977, Eastwood Homes is a privately-held residential homebuilder dedicated to providing homes of exceptional value and outstanding craftsmanship in eight divisions and four states throughout the Southeast region. With more than 40 years of experience and 15,000 home closings (celebrated in 2016), Eastwood Homes prides itself on offering more than just a place to live, we offer a way of life for homeowners and employees alike. We invite you to join our team of dedicated, motivated, and passionate professionals and experience the true meaning behind our company motto, Built with Care.

Position Summary:

Land Acquisition Manager will work with the land acquisition and predevelopment teams to identify land opportunities for home building efforts in our Atlanta division. The Land Acquisition Manager will report directly to the Division President with additional responsivities to the Land Acquisition manager.

Functions:

• Assist in managing, processing and generating land leads: Help organize and track new and existing leads through online tools and platforms, ensuring timely follow-up and effective communication.
• Support due diligence efforts: Aid in the due diligence process by gathering, compiling, and analyzing information related to potential land acquisitions. Ensure all necessary documentation and checks are completed accurately.
• Conduct research and generate reports: Conduct thorough research on market trends, property values, and competing communities. Prepare detailed and accurate reports to support decision-making processes.
• Assist in marketing efforts: Coordinate with the Land Acquisitions Manager to create and distribute marketing materials for potential acquisitions. Utilize online platforms to promote properties and attract potential sellers.
• Provide support to the land development team and division president: Offer administrative and organizational support to the land development team and division president as needed, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication.
• Gather and analyze information for financial analysis: Responsible for collecting and analyzing data to evaluate the financial viability of land under consideration for purchase. Prepare detailed reports with findings and recommendations.
• Prepare Economic Base Analysis: Conduct economic base analyses to support the evaluation of potential projects and land acquisitions.
• Provide Key Economic Indicator analysis: Analyze key economic indicators to understand market conditions and inform acquisition strategies.
• Prepare sections of corporate approval package: Assist in preparing assigned sections of the corporate approval package, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with engineers for updated land maps: Work with engineers to obtain and update land maps as needed for project planning and development.
• Utilize research tools: Use online tools to assist in land and market evaluations, providing valuable insights for acquisition decisions.
• Support the Land Acquisitions team in daily research responsibilities: Assist with daily land research tasks, including visiting competing communities' sales centers to gather pricing, site plans, and other key indicators.
• Review and present market data: Present market data and analysis to evaluate the feasibility of potential projects, ensuring informed decision-making.
• Assist with contract preparation and negotiation: Help the Land Acquisitions Manager prepare, present, and negotiate contracts, amendments, and easements related to land acquisitions as necessary.
• Oversee consultants' preparation of plats and permits: Assist the Land Acquisitions Manager to oversee consultants in the preparation of plats, permitting, and construction plans as required for each project and municipality.
• Attend relevant meetings: Attend County Planning, Zoning, Variance, and any other necessary meetings as applicable ongoing transactions and to stay informed on local regulations and developments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 3 years of experience in Real Estate Acquisition, preferably in the homebuilding industry
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Experience with Land Acquisition
• Must have a vehicle, valid Driver’s License, and be willing to travel
• Strong interpersonal skills

Working Conditions:

• Work Week: Monday through Friday. Must be in the office on Tuesdays.
• Lifting: Minor lifting may be required on a weekly basis (weight may reach 20 pounds).
• Transportation: Dependable transportation required.
• Dress: Proper business attire and personal hygiene required representing company in a professional manner.
• Stress: Situations may exist on a frequent basis that require tolerances for stress as well as appropriate stress management techniques to be utilized.

Will you join us?