We are seeking an experienced individual to join our team of committed professionals to help take a successful 36-year-old organization to new heights. The Land Acquisition Project Manager is responsible for maintaining Habitat’s property/land inventory and for handling all associated land development functions to include the identification and acquisition of property to support strategic homebuilding goals.
The position is also responsible for taking all properties through land use, design and permitting. The position will work closely with members of the Homeownership Services and Construction departments as well as agency leadership to maintain Habitat’s property/land inventory.
Site Acquisition/Due Diligence/Negotiation
- Research, locate, and evaluate acquisition opportunities, including homes for our rehab programs
- Proactive outreach to land owners including mailers and meetings to identify land acquisition opportunities
- Perform due diligence, including contracting with consultants and engineers. Prepare due diligence reports and pro formas for proposed projects
- Negotiate land and home purchase agreements and related vendor contracts in coordination with agency leadership
- Managing the disposition of properties
- Oversee investigation, application, and securing public and private financing for land acquisition
Design, Planning and Permitting
- Coordinate selection and manage performance of architects, consultants, engineers, and other project specialists
- Coordinate representation before public agencies and community organizations, including developing and maintaining strong relationships with government representatives and making presentations in front of government entities
- Manage preparation and processing of all necessary entitlement applications and other required approvals in coordination with project team
- Oversee management of design process (e.g. hiring consultants, working with design staff, ensuring issuance of building permits)
- Maintain procedures for design criteria and green building program implementation
- Coordination of property tax abatement and SDC waiver application process
- 3-5 years experience in construction/real estate development, real estate finance or planning. At least 3 years experience in land acquisition and development and permitting
- Experience in using electronic resources to obtain real estate/ownership information
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; effective with diverse audiences
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
- Excel at managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines; attention to detail a must
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Commitment to affordable housing development and the mission of Habitat