Job Description

Description

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 at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Land Acquisitioner - IS in the Operations Department. The right candidate will acquire undeveloped land or finished lots for development.  Work with property owners, brokers, land developers, city officials and others to secure land.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Coordinate, secure, and organize land acquisition leads
Receive and provide initial response plan for all new leads from outside sources
Perform Title and municipal research and initial “cold call” inquires for potential land leads
Provide initial meeting with seller and/or seller’s representative
Provide all pertinent property description information, seller demands, terms, conditions, and contact information to management
Prepare letters of intent
Maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers and land owners
Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity
Communicate regularly with city officials
Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Able to travel overnight

Qualifications
Education and/or Experience

Fifth year college or university program certificate
Four to six years of related experience and/or training
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to multi-task 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, Vision and Dental

401(K)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flex Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays