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Onyx+East · 1 hour ago

Director of Land Acquisition

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Onyx+East is a full-service home builder focused on creating connected and convenient neighborhoods. The Director of Land Acquisition (DLA) will lead pipeline creation and secure entitlements for land acquisitions, working closely with internal departments and external consultants to meet company goals.

Civil EngineeringConstructionResidential

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth market research to identify opportunities for future land acquisitions, staying informed on market activities, investment, competition and emerging trends

Proactively generate potential acquisitions through networks of landowners, land brokers, municipal staff and local officials, developers, and other local contacts

Assess and present market data and analyses to evaluate the feasibility of potential projects, identifying parcels and negotiating with sellers

Prepare letters of intent and work with attorneys to negotiate, prepare, and present contracts, amendments, and easements related to land contracts as needed

Conduct comprehensive reviews of proposed sites for development feasibility, gaining an in-depth understanding of local municipal zoning and subdivision ordinance requirements

Responsible for due diligence processes including environmental studies, title and survey review, geotech, wetlands, utility availability, etc

Oversee entitlement processes to secure project approvals and represent the company in presentations to municipal staff, governmental bodies, neighbors, homeowners associations, and landowners

Responsible for creating predevelopment budgets, and identifying opportunities to save or defer costs

Keep projects on track for budgeted start date in alignment with land contract obligations

Assist Finance/Accounting with creating proformas, finance packages, and development related closing documentation

Assist VPAD in creating packages and presentation of projects to Investment Committee as needed

Represent and promote the O+E brand in public forums, industry events, etc

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Real estate acquisitionsUrban planningProject managementStrategic planningAnalytical skillsNegotiation capabilitiesStress toleranceGraphicsTechnologyAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTime managementWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Minimum of eight years of experience in real estate acquisitions, development, brokerage, and/or urban planning

A bachelor's degree or equivalent, ideally specializing in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Urban Planning

Proven strategic planning skills

Strong project management and negotiation capabilities

Keen attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Experience with graphics and technology

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proven analytical and problem-solving skills

Stress tolerance

Willingness and ability to travel