Director of Land Acquisition - Fort Myers, United States - Lennar

Description

The Director of Land Acquisition manages all aspects of land acquisition, due diligence, and feasibility, in conjunction with assisting the Division President in developing long range planning and growth objectives for the division.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify potential land acquisition targets through detailed study of tax maps and networking with attorneys, engineers and others involved in residential land development.
• Prepare land acquisition packages Greenbook for corporate investment committee approval.
• Conduct and facilitate monthly and quarterly partner (join venture) meetings.
• Responsible for lot takedown schedules, land pipelines schedules, and LOC updates
• Ability to run a board of directors meeting when necessary and according to Roberts Rules of Order.
• Develop and maintain effective resident relations plan through the Divisions communities.
• Observes all safety standards and participates in the Companys efforts to provide a safe work environment.
• Recruit, hire and train associates as necessary.
• Manage the design, budgeting and construction of community infrastructure and amenities.
• Presentations at public hearings and community meetings.
• Maintain Land Contract files, maps and other files in Division office.
• Network with other builders, developers and brokers to maintain market awareness; develop key contacts and introductions to DP to become a strong competitor in Divisions market area.
• Negotiate purchase contracts, land development contracts and design service agreements.
• Direct the planning and coordination of civil engineering, architectural and landscape design services.
• Prepare detailed site budgets for new developments.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelors Degree preferred or combination relative and experience and education.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in land acquisition, having experience in land development is helpful.
• Valid Drivers License.
• 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.