Director of Land Acquisitions

Lennar

The Role

Overview

Lead land acquisition activities, manage deals, pipelines, and market analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • due diligence
  • contract management
  • land tracking
  • market analysis
  • legal liaison
  • pipeline reporting

Tasks

-Compile all Due Diligence Reports needed in Greenbooks. -Prepare Contract Summaries an narratives to be included in Greenbooks -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. -Contact and meet with developers and land sellers upon manager’s request and regularly update the land pipeline tracking records. -Liaise with Attorney on all Contracts and Amendments needed by department and ensure that Contracts and Amendments -Track contract timelines – Earnest Money requests, end of due diligence and for CIC submittal. (keep Land Tracker and Top 10 list updated) -Prepare initial -Monitor contract compliance with VP’s & outside attorneys. -Compile material needed for any hearings and review boards. -Work with attorney in preparation of LOI’s, Contracts and Amendments. -Coordinate on any matters related to the needs of the HOA Management companies. -Develop broad understanding of the market including the competition, house types/sizes, price points and sales absorption for each county within the target regions. -Liaise with attorneys for need of Amendments to keep contracts compliant. -Monitor and coordinate potential land acquisitions opportunities. -Develop pipeline reports for each county within the region. -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. -Track all sites under review from initial look to contract. -Coordinate Land Acquisitions Contracts with brokers and attorneys. -Manage initial review of all potential acquisitions

Requirements

  • 4-year degree
  • negotiation
  • driver's license
  • spreadsheet
  • problem solving
  • communication

What You Bring

-4-year College Degree in business administration, engineering, accounting, finance or similar program required -Knowledge of sales/negotiating principles and real estate. -Valid Driver’s License and a good driving record -Computer literacy, including word-processing, spreadsheet analysis, project scheduling and data management software. -Must be detail-oriented and a problem-solver able to deal with complex situations. -Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both verbally and in writing. -Minimum 4 years experience in Land Acquisition, preferably with a National Homebuilder, preferably in the Charleston, SC market

The Company

About Lennar

-Known for its focus on affordability and quality. -Builds homes in a wide range of communities from first-time homebuyers to luxury estates. -Integrates technology into homes, offering smart home solutions for modern living. -Notable projects include large-scale suburban communities and mixed-use developments, focusing on sustainability and convenience. -History includes several notable acquisitions, expanding its capacity to build homes nationwide. -Continues to innovate with a focus on reducing construction costs and increasing home energy efficiency. -Specializes in land development, mortgage services, and title insurance, creating a comprehensive approach to homebuilding.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Homebuilding

Multifamily

Mortgage Financing

Title Insurance

Real Estate Settlement

Land Development

Single-family Housing

Attached Housing

Detached Housing