Director of Land Acquisition

Description

• Perform initial “cold call” inquiries for potential land leads
• Maintain close relationships with brokers and land owners
• Communicate regularly with city officials
• Perform title and municipal land use research
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner
• Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers
• Arrange meetings with seller and/or seller’s representative
• Prepare letters of intent
• Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity
• Coordinate, secure and organize Land Acquisition Leads
• Provide all pertinent property description information, seller demands, terms, conditions and contact information to senior management

Requirements

This individual will be deal-oriented and understand the dynamics and challenges of the local land market in the current real estate climate. The successful candidate will have a solid background in land planning, zoning, law, and/or real estate. The candidate will also be able to demonstrate an understanding of strategies to take advantage of current trends and adjust acquisition efforts accordingly.

The right candidate will be capable of identifying and analyzing undeveloped land and redevelopment opportunities suitable for multi-family development. This individual will be capable of working with property owners, brokers, city officials and others to evaluate both marketed and off-market opportunities. The Director of Land Acquisition will work independently to negotiate land acquisitions, perform sophisticated land use and financial analysis, and negotiate purchase agreements. The successful candidate will also participate in due diligence, including concept land planning, environmental, utility systems, and title analysis.

• Proficiency with MS Office and email
• Ability to multi-task and attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• College degree preferred
• 4+ years related experience in New Jersey

Benefits

We offer an excellent benefits package, including comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k) with a company match, Vacation/Sick/Personal days and Paid Company Holidays.

You’ll join an organization at a pivotal moment of growth and evolution. It's an opportunity to build something meaningful and shape the digital future of our business.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance