Land Acquisition and Development Vice President - Meritage Homes Corporation

We are seeking a Vice President of Land that will oversee Acquisition and Development.  In this role, you will:

• Identify specific acquisition opportunities that meet Division strategic goals, including new expansion markets.
• Direct the Land Acquisition Department including department operations, budgets, staff development and oversight.
• Locate, research, negotiate, purchase and oversee development of new locations; create market entrance strategies in expansion markets.
• Hire and supervise consultants in the research and analysis of land and lot opportunities.
• Oversee preparation and compilation of Land Committee packages.
• Supervise the preparation of acquisition feasibility packages including recommendations, analysis, and risk mitigation measures.
• Coordinate outside legal counsel, consultants, and internal staff in acquisition efforts.
• Prepare and negotiate letters of intent, purchase and sale contracts and other related legal documents.
• Direct due diligence for potential acquisitions.
• Prepare and/or review all acquisition and sales contracts as well as easements and partnership, development and governmental agreements.
• Review survey/title issues and other reports to determine liabilities of potential acquisitions.
• Act as a liaison with cities in feasibility, zoning, platting and development of property.
• Supervise land acquisition escrows and title work.
• Manage the preparation of joint development agreements (JDA's), agreements with municipalities and private utilities, CAWS, CAGRD applications and other such agreements, easements, licenses, and approvals necessary to allow a land deal to proceed.

Education and Experience:

• BA/BS degree in Real Estate Marketing, Finance, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering or related field required.

• Ten years of related experience; strong understanding of land acquisition and development.
• Supporting familiarity required in reimbursement agreements, purchase and sales contracts, entitlement issues, engineering and planning, and zoning issues.
• Strong management capabilities with experience in managing people, department operations, budget preparation and pro-forma management, and a track record of managing and growing a strong team.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications with advanced skills in Excel (running proformas, pipeline reports, and competitive analysis').
• Ability to create and implement work plans, prepare and analyze financial statements/documents, compose letters and acquisition packages.

Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you!  From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we believe in quality.   Meritage Homes is the ENERGY STAR® Partner of The Year in Sustained Excellence for being a leader in protecting the environment and advancing energy efficiency in homebuilding. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as being a part of an organization that helps people live happier, healthier lives.  With over 100,000 homes built, Meritage Homes is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas. 

When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:

• A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level
• An organization that lives by its core values everyday
• Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset
• State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment
• A competitive pay structure
• Strong benefits
• Flexibility in work-life integration
• Team-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company
• Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization
• Maintain a competitive drive to be the best

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