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The Lewis Group of Companies · 12 hours ago

Vice President, Land Acquisition

Upland, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$200K/yr - $260K/yr

10+ years exp

The Lewis Group of Companies, one of the nation’s largest privately held real estate developers, is actively seeking an educated professional for its Southern California land team. The Vice President of Land Acquisition will oversee land acquisition opportunities, negotiate transactions, and manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders.

Building MaterialReal Estate

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

David Draper

Responsibilities

Prospect for potential land acquisition opportunities throughout Southern California, with a focus primarily on greater Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire area

Negotiate joint ventures and other land transactions

Work with landowners daily to prospect and negotiate for potential land purchases and coordinate the close of escrow of land purchases

Maintain regular contacts and strong relationships with brokers and real estate agents to prospect for potential land purchases

Maintain regular contacts and strong relationships with City and County Staff

Understand the development potential of specific land opportunities

Proficient with financial analysis and market evaluations

Coordinate and conduct physical due diligence activities with internal Lewis team members and outside consultants

Assemble business plans and development strategies

Manage multiple concurrent transactions

Familiar with the title and escrow process

Maintain knowledge of ordinances and codes related to land entitlement and development, including CEQA

Knowledge of State housing and land use legislation such as surplus land act requirements

Familiarity with affordable housing rules and regulations

Work regularly with elected officials to maintain strong relationships and gain initial support for the future land entitlement and development process

Work with various internal Lewis departments, project development, marketing, legal, commercial, accounting, and finance

Qualification

Land acquisition experienceFinancial analysisLand-use entitlementsJoint venturesDue diligenceReal estate developmentNegotiation skillsRelationship managementOrdinancesHousing legislationExcelWordPowerPointAerial mapping programsCalifornia Real Estate LicenseCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

10+ years of experience in land acquisition, land planning, and/or the real estate development industry is required

A four-year college degree in real estate development or similar industry emphasis is required

Knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and aerial mapping programs is essential

A California Real Estate Sales or Brokerage license is required or must be acquired within six months of hire (Lewis will reimburse the cost of license and renewals)

Reliable transportation and a driver's license are required for traveling to company projects and land sites