Land Acquisition Jobs

A Land Acquisition professional in the construction industry plays a crucial role in securing lands for construction projects. They are responsible for identifying, assessing, and securing potential land for commercial or residential development. This involves researching and analyzing property values, negotiating purchase terms and contracts with landowners, and coordinating with lawyers to ensure legal compliance. They also collaborate with engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to evaluate the suitability of the land for construction. A good understanding of real estate market trends, zoning laws, and environmental regulations is essential for this role.

Before becoming a Land Acquisition professional, a person might have roles such as Real Estate Agent, Land Surveyor, or Property Manager. These roles provide valuable industry knowledge and practical experience that can be beneficial for a career in Land Acquisition. As for the required skills and certifications, a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field is often a prerequisite. Some employers may prefer candidates with a Real Estate Broker's license. Important skills include negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of geographic information system (GIS) software may also be required.

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Land Acquisition Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 hours ago

Our Land Acquisition Managers work autonomously to negotiate land acquisitions, perform sophisticated land use and financial analysis, and negotiate purchase agreements....

Construction Project Manager - Land Development

  • Melville, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 6 hours ago

Responsibilities Seeking qualified Project Managers to work in the Land Development Department in our Melville, New York office....

Director of Land Development and Entitlements

  • Irving, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Position Summary: The Director of Land Development and Entitlements plays a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of our residential communities....

Land Acquisition Specialist

  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 hours ago

The Land Acquisition Specialist will play a key role in the Company's land functions and assist in evaluating land acquisition opportunities....

Land Acquisition Manager/Director

  • Fresno, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 23 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY: In partnership with the Division President or VP Land Acquisition, the Director or Manager of Land Acquisition is responsible for the daily operations of the Land Acquisition Department...

Land Acquisition Manager

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago

Coordinate with other land acquisition associates, sub-contractors, consultants, real estate brokers, governing agencies, utility companies and other individuals and agencies relating to the land acquisition...

Land Development Project Mgr - Fort Worth North

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 day ago

Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Land Development Project Manager....

Land Acquisition Manager

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 1 day ago

Job Details We trust that as a Land Acquisition Manager you will: (responsibilities) Utilize our geographic information system to locate and track land development opportunities Establish network of...

Land Development Project Manager

  • National City, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • National City, CA
  • 2 days ago

With a team of 10 dedicated professionals, we excel in land development, grading, improvement plans, and mapping....

Property and Acquisition Specialist

  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ellensburg, WA
  • 2 days ago

Property and Acquisition Specialist 3 (PAS3)****Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered****Salary: $4,865.00 - $6,539.00 Monthly****Review of applications is...

Director of Land Development - Remote

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Broad and deep knowledge of Land Development services and markets and business growth opportunities Proven track record of successfully growing a Land Development team and achieving business development...

Land Development Project Mgr

  • High Point, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • High Point, NC
  • 2 days ago

Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Land Development Project Manager....

Director of Site Acquisition - Hyperscale Infrastructure

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

Ideal Candidate Profile 8+ years' experience in land acquisition, site development, or infrastructure real estate. Proven success sourcing land for energy, data center, or industrial projects....

Project Manager, Site Acquisition

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

Overview Job Summary We are immediately hiring for an experienced Project Manager-Site Acquisition in the Northern California market. The Project Manager-Site Acquisition will perform Project...

Land Acquisition Specialist

  • Agency Village, SD
  • 3 days ago
  • Agency Village, SD
  • 3 days ago

work of the branch in land acquisition....

Land Acquisition Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Land Pooling / Land Readjustment: An Alternative to Compulsory Land Acquisition
This course is based on the World Banks Land Pooling / Land Readjustment: An Alternative to Compulsory Land Acquisition. This course will give an overall introduction to Land pooling or land...
Entrepreneurial Land Redevelopment Approach: Land Readjustment
Explore land readjustment as an alternative to conventional approaches of assembling land for urbanization. This course examines and presents processes of designing and implementing land...
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Gain the finance skills needed to rise in the M&A field from Wall Street professionals. Taught by instructors with decades of experience on Wall Street, this Professional Certificate program...

Salary for Land Acquisition Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Land Acquisition positions.



Highest Education Level

Land Acquisitions offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
21.6%
High School or GED
9.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.0%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Doctorate Degree
3.3%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
0.5%


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