Land Acquisition Manager

Overview

Experience the difference of being part of the Pacific Lifestyle Homes family. As a two-time recipient of the prestigious Building Industry Association "Builder of the Year" award and the National Housing Quality Gold Award, we are more than just a home builder – we are dedicated to BUILDING BETTER LIVES. From our humble beginnings in 1996, we have grown to construct over 6,500 homes and 130 communities across SW Washington, the Portland Metro area, greater Puget Sound area, and the Boise Metro landscape.

JOB MISSION

Land Acquisition Manager at Garrette Homes plays a vital role in supporting the company’s strategic growth by identifying, evaluating, and securing rural and acreage land throughout Southwest Washington and the Portland Metro area. This position drives the flow of buildable lots into the pipeline, ensuring a steady supply of opportunities for new home construction. By leveraging deep market knowledge, cultivating relationships with landowners, real estate agents, and developers, and collaborating closely with internal teams, the Land Acquisition Manager ensures that each land purchase supports Garrette Homes
’ commitment to quality, value, and customer satisfaction while aligning with profitability and operational goals.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and Cultivate Business Relationships: Establish and nurture positive relationships with key stakeholders such as developers, landowners, public agencies, and realtors to facilitate land acquisition opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Identify Properties for Purchase: Conduct thorough research to identify potential properties for acquisition, including both finished lots and unimproved land, while analyzing their value and marketability for residential construction.
• Proactively Communicate with Landowners: Engage in proactive outreach efforts, including mailers and meetings, to identify and capitalize on land acquisition opportunities, demonstrating strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Analyze Value and Marketability: Assess the value and marketability of identified properties for residential construction purposes, utilizing analytical skills to evaluate potential opportunities and risks.
• Negotiate and Document Land Agreements: Negotiate land agreements and purchases in alignment with company objectives, ensuring completeness and accuracy in all documentation produced, including written agreements.
• Collaborate with Team Members: Work collaboratively with the Land Acquisition team to complete strategic projects and initiatives, contributing to the overall success of land acquisition efforts.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in business/sales or similar field preferred--or associate degree with equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years sales, business negotiations or land acquisition experience.
• Residential real estate industry experience is preferred but not required.
• Mortgage, title, and/or escrow experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of utility and developmental review departments is desirable.
• Familiarity with contracts, building codes, land use, storm water and land development is useful.
• Enjoys conducting research to gather information and identify solutions.
• Responsible with strong work ethic, integrity, and reliability; positive contributor to team culture.
• Organized and detail-oriented, effective follow through.
• Exceptional communication and project management skills.
• Past use of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience with real estate software used for market analysis is preferred.
• Reliable vehicle with valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness to travel in the metro area; mileage reimbursed.

WHY WORK HERE

BENEFITS

• Company supported medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and families
• Participation in our 401(k)-retirement savings plan with Company contributions
• New home discount
• 120 hours of paid time off for the first year
• Seven paid holidays
• Paid volunteer hours
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Bonus - Up to $1,000
• Engaging company culture – Including our annual “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”
• And much more!

OUR CULTURE/VALUES

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