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Land Acquisition Analyst

D.R. Horton, Inc.

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Land Acquisition Analyst supports evaluation and acquisition of land opportunities for residential development by conducting market research, financial modeling, due diligence coordination, and reporting to help leadership identify and pursue land investments aligned with growth objectives.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Market ResearchCompetitive AnalysisFinancial ModelingLand Valuation AnalysesDevelopment Cost EstimatesAcquisition ProformasDemographic Trends AnalysisHousing Demand AnalysisPricing AnalysisAbsorption Rates AnalysisMarket Conditions AnalysisDue Diligence CoordinationContract Timeline TrackingAcquisition Package PreparationReport PreparationPresentation PreparationDatabase MaintenanceCollaborationSite VisitsTravel OvernightAttention to DetailKnowledge of Real Estate PrinciplesFinancial AnalysisLand Development ProcessesStrong Computer SkillsMicrosoft OfficeExcelAnalytical and Quantitative SkillsEffective Communication

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, Engineering or EquivalentZero – Two Years Experience in Real Estate, Land Acquisition, Finance, Development, Homebuilding, or Related Field

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information.

**D.R. Horton, Inc.is currently looking for aLand Acquisition Analyst. The right candidate willsupport the evaluation and acquisition of land opportunities for residential development. This role performs financial analysis, market research, due diligence coordination, and reporting activities to assist leadership in identifying and pursuing land investments that align with division growth objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify potential land acquisition opportunities and emerging growth areas

  • Prepare financial models, land valuation analyses, development cost estimates, and acquisition proformas to support investment decisions

  • Assist in evaluating acquisition opportunities by analyzing demographic trends, housing demand, pricing, absorption rates, and market conditions

  • Coordinate due diligence activities, including engineering, environmental, utility, title, entitlement, and development reviews

  • Track contract timelines, contingency periods, approvals, and critical transaction milestones

  • Prepare acquisition packages, reports, presentations, and supporting documentation for management review and approval

  • Maintain land acquisition databases, transaction records, maps, and pipeline reports

  • Collaborate with internal departments, consultants, brokers, and landowners to facilitate acquisition activities

  • Participate in site visits and field evaluations of prospective properties

  • Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

  • Ability to travel overnight

Education and/or Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business Administration, Economics, Urban Planning, Engineering or equivalent years of experience required

  • Zero – two yers of experience in real estate, land acquisition, finance, development, homebuilding, or related field preferred

  • Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail while managing multiple projects and deadlines

  • Knowledge of real estate principles, financial analysis, and land development processes

  • Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential

  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form or via DRH applications

  • Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision

  • The noise level is generally moderate

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel and financial modeling

  • Ability to analyze complex information and communicate findings effectively to various stakeholders

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401(K)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
  • Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. /**/#WeBuildPeopleToo*/*

Job: *Land

Organization: *Home Builder

Title: Land Acquisition Analyst

Location: Pennsylvania-Wayne

Requisition ID: 2604486

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