Director of Land Acquisition - Lennar Homes

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Director of Land Acquisition:

Lennar is seeking a Director of Land Acquisition for our Columbia,  South Carolina location who will develop opportunities that fit Lennar's land acquisition strategies and understanding of current market trends in land development and homebuilding.  Oversee all Land Acquisition operations for the Division. 

• Monitor and coordinate potential land acquisition opportunities.
• Manage initial review of all potential acquisitions
• Track all sites under review from initial look to contract.
• Track contract timelines – Earnest Money requests, end of due diligence, and for CIC submittal. (keep Land Tracker and Top 10 list updated)
• Liaise between sub-contractors, consultants, real estate brokers, governing agencies, utility companies, and other individuals and agencies relating to the land acquisition and development department.
• Network with other builders and developers to maintain market awareness and develop contacts to become a strong competitor in Division’s market areas and emerging markets.
• Develop pipeline reports for each county within the division.
• Contact and meet with developers and land sellers upon VP’s request and regularly update the land pipeline tracking records.
• Develop a broad understanding of the market including the competition, house types/sizes, price points, and sales absorption for each county within the target regions.
• Development/Entitlement budgeting.
• Compile material needed for any hearings and review boards.
• Work with an attorney in preparation of LOIs, Contracts, and Amendments.
• Coordinate Land Acquisitions Contracts with brokers and attorneys.
• Monitor contract compliance with VPs & outside attorneys.
• Liaise with attorneys for the need of Amendments to keep contracts compliant.
• Order Earnest Money – Contract Summary and supporting material.
• Prepare Contract Summaries and narratives to be included in Greenbooks
• Compile all Due Diligence Reports needed in Greenbooks.
• Coordinate on any matters related to the needs of the HOA Management companies.

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• 4-year College Degree in business administration, engineering, accounting, finance, or a similar program required.
• Minimum 4 years experience in Land Acquisition, preferably with a National Homebuilder, preferably in the Raleigh Durham market or Columbia, SC area.
• 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.
• Valid Driver’s License and a good driving record required

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• Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision
• Vacation – 3 weeks of vacation per year to start
• Holidays, Sick Leave, & Personal Days
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Paid Maternity & Bonding Leave
• New Hire Referral Bonus Program
• Product Purchase Discount for Associates
• Associate Assistance Plan
• Everyone’s Included Day - In the spirit of inclusion, diversity, and caring for our community, Lennar encourages our Associates to take a day to connect, reflect and inspire those around us, in a way that is uniquely important to you. 
• And More!

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