SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
This position will lead the land acquisition opportunities for developing Class A luxury apartment communities located in one of our assigned geographies across the company.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee new land acquisitions, including land research, market analysis, and preparation of budgets, fees, estimates, and financial proformas
- Oversee the entitlement process for multiple projects in assigned market
- Assemble and manage a team of third-party consultants and coordinate with internal stakeholders
- Ex: Geotech, Phase 1 environmental studies, surveys, and all necessary utility commitments
- Manage due diligence efforts on land acquisitions, including review of property documents and coordination of third-party studies
- Due diligence activities include sales comps, title, survey, zoning and entitlement processes, etc., as required
- Manage the inspection and potential acquisition opportunities and their surroundings, and conduct preliminary research to ascertain zoning and development status to ensure multifamily use and any market specific site requirements (parking, height, design criteria, etc.)
- Provide initial review of contracts and invoices
- Provide coaching and direction to team members as needed
EXPERIENCE
- Eight or more years of current/recent experience in market-sourcing land sites for multi-family, townhomes, or single-family developers
- Experience and relationships in the MSA with the land brokerage community
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree required; Real Estate or Planning is strongly preferred
SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS
- Thorough understanding of the land entitlements and planning, utilities, and other key areas
- Complete knowledge of all necessary steps to close a deal
- Effective verbal and written communication skills via all communication channels
- Power to influence based on clearly articulated recommendations and concisely presented data
- Ability to establish collaborative working relationships with individuals of varying seniority and teams both inside and outside the organization
- Detail-oriented with a sense of urgency
- Demonstrates a positive “can do” demeanor, takes pride in achieving results, and has a self-starter mindset
- Ability to use good judgment and possess strong problem-solving skills
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What we offer:
- Great benefits, including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision, behavioral health and more) on the first of the month following 30 days of employment
- 401(k) Savings Plan (4% employer match; 100% vested after 1 year of service)
- Company paid life insurance (1x base salary)
- Paid Time Off package with a carryover provision
- Training and career development opportunities
- Company Apparel Store allowance
More information can be found on our Benefitspage.Are you excited about this opportunity, but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description? No problem! We encourage you to still apply, as you just might be the right candidate for this role or other positions.
Who we are:
Davis Development is a privately owned luxury apartment developer and property management company with 25+ years in the industry and a best-in-class reputation. We have developed and managed multi-family properties throughout the country. Part of our success is attributed to empowering our teams to manage their properties as owner-operators, entrusting them with making the best decisions for their teams and residents. It is this approach that keeps our family culture and a results-driven attitude.At Davis Development, you will find a sense of pride, commitment, and determination that allows every team member the opportunity to have a meaningful impact. We hope you come grow with us!Davis Development is an equal opportunity employer and proud to support diversity in the workplace.No calls or emails from third party recruiters at this time please.
