A local real estate development company is currently looking for a Land Acquisition and Property Analyst. The right candidate will support the acquisition manager to source and contract land for the development of residential subdivisions and to acquire finished lots. This will include researching and analyzing properties using GIS, MLS, Loop Net, city/county planning websites, and other sources to identify new sites, understand site characteristics, conduct initial feasibility, track land sales data, and collect competitive market data.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Initially investigate site characteristics, including current and required zoning, compatibility with land use plans,
wetlands, topography, school districts, competitors, and proximity to employment centers and local services &
amenities
Identify land leads through contacting brokers and engineers, reviewing development websites, studying GIS and
land use plans, driving areas, and researching available resources
Maintain a database of land sales data, employment announcements, approved new subdivisions, and other relevant
data to inform the land acquisition team
Assist with contract prep documents and tracking contract milestone dates
Complete project startup documents for all new deals at contract execution
Attend meetings with sellers, brokers, and developers with the Land Acquisition Manager
Learn how to negotiate and contract land and lots
Assist the Market Analyst to identify competitors for each new deal
Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit
of the company
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
One year of related experience and/or training
Familiarity with land acquisition, land development, real estate, and/or GIS research; or completion of coursework
in a relatable degree program
Efficient and effective at multitasking and meeting deadlines
Strong communication and interpersonal 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
Ability to apply critical thinking skills
Position has the potential to be full time.
