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Multifamily-Land Acquisition Manager - Salt Lake City

D.R. Horton, Draper, UT, United States


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 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

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
ot 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

Conduct 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.

Qualifications
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

Benefits

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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