Director, Land Acquisition and Development

Since 2012, we've grown to become one of the leading single-family rental companies and homebuilders in the country, recently recognized as a top employer by Fortune and Great Place To Work. At AMH, our goal is to simplify the experience of leasing a home through professional management and maintenance support, so our residents can focus on what really matters to them, wherever they are in life. The Director, Land Acquisition and Development leads the sourcing, acquisition, entitlement, and development of land and residential lots. Partners with senior leadership to analyze the financial feasibility of all acquisitions and ensure alignment with company objectives. Identifies acquisition opportunities through relationships with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., brokers, builders, bankers, landowners, engineers, planners, attorneys, and municipal officials). Collaborates with local government agencies to confirm entitlement requirements. Oversees the full development lifecycle including due diligence, consultant management, budgeting, permitting, scheduling, on-site development, vendor coordination, and securing all municipal permits and approvals Responsibilities: Identifies, evaluates, and advances land acquisition opportunities through market research, financial analysis, feasibility modeling, and relationshipbased sourcing Leads due diligence efforts, including zoning, entitlements, engineering considerations, environmental factors, costs, and jurisdictional requirements Prepares and presents acquisition recommendations by compiling financial, market, and risk data for executive and committee review Negotiates purchase agreements, contracts, and related documentation to secure strategic land positions Oversees entitlement and permitting processes, coordinating with municipal agencies, consultants, developers, and HOAs to ensure regulatory alignment Manages the full land development lifecycle, including budgets, schedules, forecasting, consultant oversight, trade partner selection, and cost reconciliation Proactively addresses project risks, schedule impacts, and budget variances to support successful project delivery Leads and develops a local team through clear expectations, coaching, performance feedback, and continuous improvement Promotes consistent processes, best practices, and collaboration across acquisition, development, and internal partner teams Requirements: High school diploma or GED required Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Economics, Commerce or Construction Management preferred Minimum five (5) years of experience in land acquisition, land development, land sales, or related real estate or construction disciplines, including contract negotiation and relationship management required Three (3) years of people leadership experience managing and developing direct reports required Background in residential development, homebuilding, or comparable realestatefocused environments preferred Familiarity with financial analysis, pro formas, budgeting, forecasting, and market evaluation Working knowledge of entitlements, permitting, environmental regulations, and development compliance frameworks Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills across diverse audiences Comfortable prioritizing multiple initiatives, adapting to evolving market conditions, and exercising sound professional judgment Proficiency with business productivity tools such as Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM systems is preferred A valid driver's license and capacity to travel locally as needed for site visits and municipal coordination Willingness to obtain marketspecific certifications or licenses (e.g., real estate license, FAA drone certification, OSHA 30) as applicable Compensation The anticipated pay range/scale for this position is $134,609.00 - $188,451.00 Annually. Actual starting base pay within this range will depend on factors including geographic location, education, training, skills, and relevant experience. Additional Compensation This position is eligible to receive a discretionary annual bonus. Perks and Benefits Employees have the opportunity to participate in medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and/or health savings accounts; dependent savings accounts; 401(k) with company matching contributions; employee stock purchase plan; and a tuition reimbursement program. The Company provides 9 paid holidays per year, and, upon hire, new employees will accrue paid time off (PTO) at a rate of 0.0577 hours of PTO per hour worked, up to a maximum of 120 hours per year. CA Privacy Notice: To learn more about what information we collect when you apply for a job, and how we use that information, please see our CA Job Applicant Privacy Notice found at #LI-KR1 Candidate Home Go back to search Since 2012, we've worked to deliver thousands of residents across the U.S. the joys of single-family living, with the flexibility of leasing and backing of our professional support. That's why we're building a team that understands the power of community. We take care of each other, so that together we can take care of the people that make their home with us. As we expand, our team is always on the lookout for passionate and talented individuals to join us in simplifying the way America lives. Once you've had a change to explore our opportunities, we invite you to apply. You can use this portal to keep track of your applications, statuses, and receive alerts regarding any new opportunities. Thank you for your interest! At AMH, we're redefining what it means to make a home yours. And we're doing it with care. As a leading single-family rental company and homebuilder in the nation, we work daily to deliver an exceptional resident experience. Our goal is to make leasing a home easy, so you can focus on what really matters to you, wherever you are in life. That's why we offer more than 60,000 single-family homes across the U.S., located in vibrant neighborhoods. Our beautiful houses are move-in ready, pet-friendly, and equipped with outdoor space and ample room for all your household's needs. Our custom Let Yourself In technology allows you to tour a property on your own schedule, without an agent present. And our streamlined leasing process empowers you to apply and receive a lease for signature, all online. Once you've moved in, we simplify your day-to-day through online customer solutions and professional maintenance support, so you can enjoy your weekends stress-free. Whether you're looking for peace of mind, don't want to deal with the costs of ownership, or simply want the flexibility of renting, AMH has you covered. Just ask our nearly 200,000 residents. Learn more: American Homes 4 Rent, LP (AMH) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. AMH provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request an accommodation, email .... Know your rights. In addition to federal law requirements, AMH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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