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Land Acquisition Specialist
Metropolitan Companies Fort WashingtonPosted 4 months ago
Full-timeonsite
Job Description
Land Acquisition Specialist
Department: Development
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Metropolitan Companies Fort Washington
Description
Metropolitan Companies is looking for a Land Acquisition Specialist to join our team! The Land Acquisition Specialist is responsible for identifying new leads and competitors for Single Family neighborhoods and Multi-Family Apartment land deals. We have a competitive package that includes benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability), holiday pay, paid time off, bonus, 401k, and more. If you are flexible, motivated and want to join a growing company, then this is the role for you!
Key Responsibilities
- Identify competitors for each new deal.
- 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, approved new subdivisions, and other relevant data.
- Investigate site characteristics, including current and required zoning, compatibility with land use plans, wetlands, topography, school districts, and proximity to employment centers and local services & amenities.
- Complete project startup documents for all new deals at contract execution
- Attend meetings with sellers, brokers, and municipalities with the VP of Land Development.
- Learn how to negotiate and contract land and lots
- Assemble and coordinate analytics for corporate approval of new acquisitions
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Competencies:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to problem solve.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- 1-2 years of related experience.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability)
- 401k Plan
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Bonus Program
- Employee Referral Program