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Meritage Homes

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Real Estate & Property
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Greenville

AI generated summary

  • You need a BA/BS in relevant fields, 3-5 years in acquisitions, strong local real estate knowledge, Excel proficiency, excellent communication, negotiation skills, and a detail-oriented mindset.
  • You will analyze land for purchase, prepare detailed reports, conduct economic analysis, coordinate with engineers, and assist in daily research and evaluations of competing communities.

Requirements

  • BA/BS degree in Real Estate Marketing, Finance, Construction Management, Planning, or Civil Engineering.
  • 3-5 years of related experience; strong understanding of acquisitions and/or development.
  • Local real estate knowledge extremely beneficial.
  • Supporting familiarity required in reimbursement agreements, purchase and sales contracts, entitlement issues, engineering and planning, and zoning issues.
  • Strong management capabilities with experience in managing people, department operations, budget preparation and pro-forma management, and a track record of managing and growing a strong team.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications with advanced skills in Excel (running proformas, pipeline reports, and competitive analyses)
  • Ability to create and implement work plans, prepare and analyze financial statements/documents, compose letters and acquisition packages (strong writing skills)
  • Regular interaction and coordination with internal financial and executive management as well as extensive contact with external executives, decision makers, and government agency personnel, engineers, land planners and contractors regarding acquisition, development and sales.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a primary function, the position requires:
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to influence others and resolve problems in a positive manner.
  • Ability to handle stress of dealing with public and governmental agencies and adapt/adjust to changing circumstances.
  • Must be able to work successfully in a team environment and provide mentoring to less experienced individuals in department.
  • Sound judgment with high level of integrity to execute decisions with significant corporate impact, and ability and experience to balance company's business needs with its risk tolerance in a changing financial marketplace
  • Self-starter, proactive and creative, takes initiative to address issues
  • Accurate; with keen attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for gathering, compiling and analyzing information to complete the research and financial analysis of land under consideration for purchase to develop residential communities.
  • The Analyst is also responsible for preparing the information into detailed accurate reports.
  • Prepare Economic Base Analysis.
  • Provide Key Economic Indicator analysis.
  • Prepare assigned sections of corporate approval package.
  • Coordinate with Engineers to provide updated land map.
  • Utilize research tools such as Metrostudy to assist in land and market evaluations.
  • Assist Vice President and the Director of Land Acquisitions in daily land research responsibilities; visit competing communities sales center to procure pricing, Site plans, and other key indicators.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Land Acquisition Analyst position?

A BA/BS degree in Real Estate Marketing, Finance, Construction Management, Planning, or Civil Engineering is required, along with 3-5 years of related experience.

Is local real estate knowledge important for this role?

Yes, local real estate knowledge is extremely beneficial for the Land Acquisition Analyst position.

What types of skills are necessary for this position?

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly advanced skills in Excel, strong writing, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills are necessary.

Will I have the opportunity to mentor less experienced team members in this role?

Yes, the role requires the ability to work successfully in a team environment and provide mentoring to less experienced individuals in the department.

What is the primary focus of the Land Acquisition Analyst's responsibilities?

The primary focus is to gather, compile, and analyze information for research and financial analysis of land under consideration for purchase to develop residential communities.

How important are negotiation skills for this position?

Excellent negotiation skills are crucial, as the position requires influencing others and resolving problems in a positive manner.

What kind of work environment does Meritage Homes offer?

Meritage Homes offers a creative and team-oriented work environment where every individual is considered a vital asset.

Are there opportunities for career advancement?

Yes, there are opportunities to further your career in a growing national organization.

What tools will I use for land and market evaluations?

You will utilize research tools such as Metrostudy to assist in land and market evaluations.

What type of analysis will I be responsible for preparing?

You will be responsible for preparing Economic Base Analysis and providing Key Economic Indicator analysis.

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Meritage Homes

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Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1985
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Some might say it's important to tell you that we've been around since 1985. Or that we've won a slew of awards ranging from Forbes'​ Platinum 400 Best Big Companies of America to being the recipient of Texas'​ Builder of the Year five times, or being named ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. But we're about practicality and doing things that actually make a difference in your life and the way you live. For instance, you're probably a lot more interested in knowing that Meritage builds new, beautifully designed, energy-efficient homes that can save you as much as 50% on your utility bills.* Or, that we were the first national top 10 homebuilder to have every home we build be 100% ENERGY STAR certified. That means it saves you energy and money. With more than 100,000 homes built, our focus, since day one, has been to build incredible new homes and communities in prime locations for fantastic prices. We build them for real people: People with families and those without; people with everyday, busy lives, and those who are now enjoying a more relaxed lifestyle. But more than anything, we build energy-efficient homes and communities for people who appreciate a home being built the way it can, and should, be built. For you it means having a new home that comes standard with ENERGY STAR features that save money and energy, month after month, at no extra cost to you. Our MISSION STATEMENT: To design and build homes that are innovative, built with care and superior craftsmanship, which deliver enduring value. To create an exceptional experience for our customers and employees through an environment of growth, collaboration and fun.