What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Land Acquisition position at Kushner?
At Kushner, we pride ourselves on our four core values: Be Caring, Be Best in Class, Be Solution-Oriented, and Be Accountable. Our values represent what we strive to achieve every day. Every decision we have to make is guided by the “4 Be’s”. Our team and passion for the real estate industry exemplifies what it means to live out these core values in our offices and at our communities day in and day out. Each new day is a learning experience at Kushner, whether it is the knowledge we bring, gain, or share during our journey together. Our team members are set up to aim beyond, achieve the utmost success, and for endless possibilities for growth. Come Grow With Us! If you're looking to make a difference within an organization and be recognized for your efforts, then come grow with us!
JOB SUMMARY:
The right candidate will be capable of identifying and analyzing undeveloped land and redevelopment opportunities suitable for multi-family development. This individual will be capable of working with property owners, brokers, city officials and others to evaluate both marketed and off-market opportunities. The Director of Land Acquisition will work independently to negotiate land acquisitions, perform sophisticated land use and financial analysis, and negotiate purchase agreements. The successful candidate will also participate in due diligence, including concept land planning, environmental, utility systems, and title analysis.
This individual will be deal-oriented and understand the dynamics and challenges of the local land market in the current real estate climate. The successful candidate will have a solid background in land planning, zoning, law, and/or real estate. The candidate will also be able to demonstrate an understanding of strategies to take advantage of current trends and adjust acquisition efforts accordingly.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate, secure and organize Land Acquisition Leads
- Perform title and municipal land use research
- Perform initial “cold call” inquiries for potential land leads
- Arrange meetings with seller and/or seller’s representative
- Provide all pertinent property description information, seller demands, terms, conditions and contact information to senior management
- Prepare letters of intent
- Maintain close relationships with brokers and land owners
- Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity
- Communicate regularly with city officials
- Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers
- Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner
REQUIREMENTS:
- College degree preferred
- 4 years related experience in New Jersey
- Proficiency with MS Office and email
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and attention to detail
Why Join Us?
You’ll join an organization at a pivotal moment of growth and evolution. It's an opportunity to build something meaningful and shape the digital future of our business.
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.
We offer an excellent benefits package, including comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k) with a company match, Vacation/Sick/Personal days and Paid Company Holidays.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer and Equal Housing Provider