Land Acquisition Project Manager
Job Description
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Job Summary
The Land Acquisition Project Manager is responsible for supporting all aspects of land acquisition to meet the Division's land initiatives.
This position will support our expansion market located in the Cincinnati/Dayton Ohio along with our existing Louisville, Kentucky market. This position will require onsite work in both locations (Louisville & Cincinnati).
Primary Job Responsibilities
Assist in the preparation of acquisition feasibility packages including financial analysis, product pricing, competitive market research and graphing, fee compilation, and creation of site maps.
Run pro-formas to determine land values and to analyze potential land acquisition opportunities.
Review and monitor existing purchase agreements after initial closing to ensure compliance with contract terms. Maintain land acquisition database and tracking matrix.
Work with Strategic Marketing to source acquisition properties. Assist in establishing target markets.
Target and investigate underutilized properties.
Learn necessary skills to negotiate and contract land acquisitions.
Assist in locating land suitable for acquisition. Develop a network of local developers, builders, brokers, and land owners.
Assist in creating LDA budgets and cash flows for potential land acquisitions.
Perform due diligence reviews as necessary to support acquisition efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Career Level (P3)
Organizational Impact:
Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with significant impact on operational results within area of work.
Works independently under limited supervision.
May be responsible for entire projects or processes within area.
Typically responsible for coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals.
Leadership & Talent Management:
May be responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees within functional area.
May manage projects at this level, requiring responsibility for the delegation of work and the review of others' work product.
Knowledge & Experience:
Requires broad knowledge of area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
May have practical knowledge of program or project management.
Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 4-6 years of prior relevant experience.
Required Skills
Broad understanding of basic financials
Advanced analytic skills
Excellent Excel skills
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Ability to effectively communicate/work with others
Ability to work independently
Self-starter
Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications
Valid Driver’s License because driving is an essential function of this position.
Physical Requirements
Not applicable
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