Land Acquisition Manager (HOU) en First America Homes (a Signorelli Company)

The Land Acquisition Manager will lead the sourcing and acquisition of residential development land to support our company’s strategic growth throughout the Greater Houston area. You will identify and evaluate potential sites, negotiate purchase agreements, and manage the due diligence process from initial contact through closing. This position requires a strong network in the local real estate market, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments to bring new communities to life.

Collaboration

• Prepare community set-up form and hosting kickoff meeting with Sales, Construction, Purchasing, Operations, and Marketing.
• Collaborate with the Finance and Sales Teams to select the appropriate lots for scheduled lot purchases under contract and to ensure earnest money is paid when scheduled.
• Collaborate with Sales and Construction when incidents arise in their communities that require communication with the seller and/or developer.
• Network with local residential land development firms and homebuilders to get visibility of projects.
• Collaborate with municipalities and consultants to address zoning, entitlements, and planning issues.

Research

• Perform Due Diligence on properties during inspection periods and prior to purchase which includes software such as: LandVision, Google Earth, Zonda.
• Perform lot fit studies – ensure FAH product offering fits on challenging lots.
• Perform Inspections by driving by and walking onsite during construction and final signoff at substantial completion.               
• Gather information to present to the land committee for approval to purchase lots.

Acquisition Management

• Read and understand plats and construction drawings, Community DCCRs (Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions), and contract terms and negotiations. 
• Write and submit Letters of Intent to Sellers.
• Read and approve / red flag Title Commitments prior to lot purchases.
• Pull lot reports on current projects in InformXL to understand timing and runway of project.
• Communicates expectations and holds seller/developer responsible for contractual items.
• Maintain accurate records of all land acquisition activities, prepare reports for senior leadership, and ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Oversee due diligence, including zoning requirements, environmental assessments, engineering studies, title review, soil reports, and municipal fee analysis.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide strategic input on long-term land pipeline needs and market positioning.
• Represent the company at community meetings, industry events, and professional associations.
• Perform related projects and duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May supervise Land Acquisition Analysts, Coordinators, or other team members as the department grows.

CORE VALUES

• Integrity: Do the right thing, always. Corporate sustainability can only be achieved through trust and integrity.
• Growth: Strive to do more. There is no growth in your comfort zone and no comfort in your growth zone.
• Innovation: Think differently. Innovation is the ability to see change as an opportunity, not a threat.
• Vision: A strong team turns a vision into reality. We focus not on where we are, but where we are headed.
• Excellence: Excellence is not a skill, it’s an attitude. We are what we repeatedly do. It is not an act, but a habit.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Urban Planning, or related field.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in land acquisition, real estate development, or a related role within the homebuilding industry.

• Proficiency with LandVision, Google Earth, and Zonda preferred. 

TALENTS

• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks. 
• Professional manner and a strong ethical code. 
• Capable of resolving issues and managing interactions with upset homeowners. 
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across all members in the organization.
• Ability to function productively in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
• Ability to multitask and remain motivated and positive. 
• Proficient with Land Acquisition software, Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

First America Homes, a Signorelli Company, is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all.  We seek to empower everyone’s diverse experiences to maximize our organization’s talent and capabilities. 

This job description is not meant to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of this job.   First America Homes reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.