Land Acquisition Manager

While other companies just build places to live, at HHHunt we build a better way of life. Founded by Harry H. Hunt III in 1966, HHHunt is a recognized leader in real estate development throughout Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland and South Carolina. It's the people of HHHunt who set us apart and make a positive impact every day. Working for HHHunt means being part of a community and striving to provide the best in all that we do, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and inspiring creativity in the ways we work together. It is HHHunt's mission to improve the world and how people live by creating meaningful experiences and places of great distinction. We are looking for a Land Acquisition Manager to join our team. We are looking for YOU

WHO YOU ARE

• A Strong Communicator. You have clear and effective communication skills, written and verbal, which helps you to build relationships and achieve desired outcomes.
• Organized and Confident. You are flexible, composed, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Decisive Nature. You are able to balance multiple priorities and exercise sound judgment.
• Motivated. You go the extra mile to achieve your personal and professional goals.
• A Driven Team Player. You are united with teammates and follow through on commitments.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Identify viable land and negotiate the acquisition of properties with landowners, developers, brokers, and all other sellers within the assigned geographic area
• Own land sourcing and contracting process within the assigned geographic area as the Subject Matter Expert on the market
• Gather preliminary due diligence information for the feasibility team to assist with pre-contract feasibility studies and underwriting land acquisition packages
• Establish relationships and collaborate with local, state, and federal jurisdictions to maintain expertise on market information
• Negotiate projects with internal team members to achieve the most economical and efficient outcome.
• Assist the feasibility, development, and legal teams with all post-contract financial, regulatory, and contractual obligations of the purchase

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years of land acquisition, real estate, or related experience required, or 4-Year Degree in Business, Marketing, Psychology, or similar field and 2 years of land acquisition, real estate, or related experience working in the Wilmington, NC market required
• Must live in New Hanover, Pender or Brunswick County.
• Demonstrated ability to have strong negotiation skills and tactics with both internal and external parties
• Experience in residential development and/or construction industry within Wilmington, NC market required
• Experience in Land Acquisition/Development planning, zoning, approvals, and/or design preferred
• Demonstrated ability of Project Management Skills
• Proficient in MS Project Schedules and all Microsoft Office Products (especially Excel and Power Point)
• Possess and maintain a valid state driver's license

REWARDS

As a progressive organization meeting the needs of a diverse workforce, in addition to the standard competitive benefits package we also offer 10 paid holidays as well as a paid birthday off, adoption benefits, excellent health care benefits, HHHunt rental discounts, and education assistance-to name just a few. To learn more about this exciting opportunity to join a great organization, visit and discover for yourself why we believe, it's how you live that matters.

HHHunt is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Required

• Experience in residential development and/or construction industry within Wilmington, NC market
• 2 year(s): Land acquisition, real estate, or related experience working in the Wilmington, NC market

Preferred

• Experience in Land Acquisition/Development planning, zoning, approvals, and/or design

Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent or better

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Business

Required

• Driver's License

Required

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Communication - Written
• Communication - Verbal

Required

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Equal Opportunity Employer

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