VP of Land Acquisition
$200,000–$200,000 year
On-siteRoseville, California, United States
Job Summary
Source land acquisition opportunities in Roseville, Placer County, and the greater Sacramento market through research, tax map review, and networking with brokers and developers. Structure and negotiate lot-option agreements, rolling takedown schedules, and land-banking arrangements while leading due diligence, feasibility, and entitlement efforts including CEQA review and coordination with local agencies. Prepare acquisition packages for corporate approval, negotiate purchase and development contracts, and manage lot and pipeline schedules aligned to a high-volume starts cadence. Oversee development budgeting, community amenities, and third-party HOA management while building relationships to secure permits and drive division growth. Lead the land team to execute performance and support starts projections for new communities.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Business, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or related field
- 10+ years of combined land acquisition and land development experience
- preferably with a high-volume production homebuilder
- Valid driver's license
- current auto insurance
Desired Qualifications
- Hands-on California entitlement experience — CEQA, tentative/final maps, specific plans, and development agreements
- Sacramento, Placer County, or broader Northern California market knowledge
- Proven track record structuring lot-option contracts, rolling takedowns, and land-banking or finished-lot arrangements within a capital-light land strategy
- Strong knowledge of real estate, negotiation, and residential land acquisition strategy, including due diligence, entitlements, budgeting, contracts, and pipeline management
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present effectively in both internal and public settings
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage complex moving parts with minimal supervision
- Strong computer skills, including spreadsheets, scheduling tools, and data management systems
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