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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Director, Land Development

  • Charleston, SC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 17 hours ago

Requirements: Bachelors degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Economics, Commerce, or Construction Management preferred....

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 14 years of experience leading negotiations or business development. Experience leading negotiations, business...

Director of Land Development

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: Bachelors Degree, preferably in construction management, business, or equivalent years of construction management experience....

Project Manager, Land Development

  • Moon Township, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Moon Township, PA
  • 2 days ago

What Were Looking For: Michael Baker International is seeking a Project Manager, Land Development to provide on site project support near Indiana, Pennsylvania....

Land Development, Project Manager

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 2 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 2 days ago

Requirements : Minimum 5 years of experience in Land Development (residential or commercial developmeny) BSc in Civil Engineering or relevant degree....

Land Development, Project Manager (Hybrid)

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 2 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 2 days ago

Requirements : Minimum 5 years of experience in Land Development (residential or commercial development) BSc in Civil Engineering or relevant degree....

Engineering Manager - Land Development

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Engineering Manager - Land Development Location: Tampa, FLJob Id: 3886# of Openings: 1Halff has an immediate opening for a Team Leader/Sr. Engineering Manager in Tampa, FL....

Land Development Project Mgr - Fort Worth South

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

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

Senior Land Development Project Manager

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 2 days ago

Our team of Land Development professionals regard our clients as a strategic partner....

Land Development Project Manager

  • Laredo, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Laredo, TX
  • 2 days ago

Prepare and submit monthly project completion report. Prepare inter-practice agreements and/or outside subcontracts as required....

Land Development Project Manager

  • Meridian, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Meridian, ID
  • 3 days ago

Ardurra Company is seeking an experienced Professional Engineer to join our team as a Land Development Project Manager in Nampa, ID!...

Director of Site Acquisition

  • TX
  • 3 days ago
  • TX
  • 3 days ago

Job details Posted 10 September 2024 Salary US$150000.00 - US$200000.00 per annum + ($250k+ package) Location Texas Job type Permanent Discipline Rise Construction Reference BBBH238322 Consultant...

Remote Work

PE/Project Manager, Land Development & Public Works

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 3 days ago

development) projects....

Land Acquisition Manager-FG

  • Plano, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 3 days ago

, including initial master planning work in close coordination with internal design and land development teams Manage, coordinate resources for, and meet all entitlement needs for land acquisitions...

Land Development Project Mgr

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago

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

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
45.3%
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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