*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 an _*Land Acquisition Area Manager*_. The right candidate will manage the Land Acquisition processes within the assigned market area. Find, place under contract, and close on new land that meets the division's needs. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Negotiate the acquisition of properties with landowners, attorneys or brokers * Plan, direct, and coordinate all land acquisition activities within the assigned market area * Identify and qualify potential land acquisitions in alignment with division goals * Manage the due diligence process on land acquisition opportunities * Manage the land/lot purchase contract process, for the assigned market area, with division counsel, outside counsel, and region counsel * Collaborate with the Land Development Department on potential development communities * Develop business community relationships and scout other avenues for possible acquisitions within the assigned market area. * Prepare land valuation analysis and corporate budgets * Prepare memoranda and other documentation and analytics for corporate approval for land buys * Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company *Supervisory Responsibilities* Directly manages two or more employees in the Operations Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. *Education and/or Experience* * Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university * Five to seven years of related experience and/or training * Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license * Proficiency with MS Office and email *Preferred Qualifications* * Strong communication skills * Creative thinking and attention to detail 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 Area Manager* **Location:** *Florida-Coconut Creek* **Requisition ID:** *2503331*