Wendover Management · 6 hours ago
Land Acquisition Development Manager
Altamonte Springs, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWendover Management is a company focused on creating thriving communities through land acquisition and development. They are seeking a Land Acquisition Development Manager to lead the identification, evaluation, and execution of land opportunities that support their portfolio of affordable and workforce housing communities.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Identify land opportunities through broker relationships, community contacts, ownership outreach, and market intelligence
Track trends in growth markets and emerging areas aligned with Wendover's development strategy
Maintain a robust acquisition pipeline and proactively advance high-priority opportunities
Conduct feasibility assessments, preliminary site plans, and density/yield studies
Partner to coordinate due diligence including surveys, environmental assessments, geotechnical reviews, utilities, and zoning verification
Evaluate parcel characteristics, development risks, infrastructure needs, and entitlement complexity
Collaborate with internal and external partners (architects, engineers, surveyors) to determine project viability
Develop and review initial financial models, site budgets, and early-stage pro formas
Model acquisition scenarios, development assumptions, and deal structures to guide go/no-go decisions
Support early financing strategy for LIHTC, SAIL, SHIP, HOME, HUD programs, and Florida funding opportunities
Lead negotiations with sellers, brokers, and landowners to secure favorable deal terms
Prepare and manage letters of intent (LOIs), purchase agreements, and contract timelines
Coordinate legal review and ensure all agreements meet corporate, financial, and operational standards
Support entitlement pathways, including zoning changes, comp plan amendments, variances, and site plan approvals
Coordinate with municipalities, counties, planning staff, and regulatory agencies
Track requirements, prepare submittals, and assist with presentations at public meetings or hearings
Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials, community partners, landowners, and consultants
Support community outreach, neighborhood meetings, and early engagement efforts
Facilitate strong collaboration across internal teams—from development and finance to design and construction
Track acquisition milestones, critical dates, and contract contingencies
Conduct site visits and provide up-to-date assessments to project leadership
Prepare internal reports, investment summaries, opportunity memos, and pipeline updates
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Finance, Architecture, Business, or related field; Master's preferred
5+ years of experience in land acquisition, residential development, or real estate development
Strong understanding of land planning, zoning, entitlements, and Florida development processes
Experience with affordable or workforce housing, LIHTC, and public funding programs
Strong financial acumen with the ability to evaluate feasibility and model development scenarios
Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
Highly organized, analytical, and comfortable managing multiple opportunities simultaneously
A mission-aligned mindset and passion for shaping communities with purpose and integrity
Benefits
Medical Insurance: Wendover covers 90% of the associate-only premium up to a select plan level
Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) for HDHP plans
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental and emotional well-being
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Additional time off for community engagement or personal development
401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% company match up to 3% of your salary
Rent Discounts at select Wendover communities
Ongoing Learning & Tuition Reimbursement
Opportunities for Career Advancement and Leadership Growth
Company
Wendover Management
Setting the Standard in Property Management: At Wendover Management, we're passionate about redefining the residential experience.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase