Land Acquisitions Manager

About Redwood

At first glance, Redwood Living, Inc. (Redwood) is a company that builds and manages single-story apartment homes. But when you look closer, we are so much more. We are builders, we are innovators, we are people who go the extra mile. And we know that our company’s success depends on the incredible individuals who make up our workforce. Our Redwood Ambassadors aren’t just passionate and talented, they’re also empowered to make decisions that enhance the lives of our residents and their fellow employees. 

Position Overview:

Under the general direction of the National VP of Development and Acquisitions, the Land Acquisitions Manager will be responsible for negotiating and acquiring land, working with legal on LOI’s and Purchase Agreements, oversee and review all due diligence items, site design, all entitlements, approvals, permitting, engineering, obtaining easements as required, and budgeting. As such, you will be expected to act as a Redwood brand ambassador, promote our brand and provide the best resident experience possible.

All Redwood employees are expected to conduct all organizational business and practices in accordance to Redwood company policies.  

• Determine which areas in specific markets meet Redwood demographics and requirements for neighborhoods 
• Negotiate LOI’s and PA’s with broker’s and sellers 
• Update Deal Path as required 
• Request proposals for Engineering, landscaping, tree surveys, bat studies, renderings, etc. 
• Receive SR1 and S2 approvals  
• Complete budgets for SR1 and SR2 
• Review costs and maintain budget requirements (BI) 
• Review rezoning/site plan requirements of municipalities 
• Complete rezoning if required and applicable submittal packages to municipalities  
• Design site plan and product mix (review with ops) 
• Review all Due Diligence information and note potential red flags 
• Complete entitlement and approval schedules 
• Complete and submit submittal packages for site plan approval 
• Conduct neighborhood meetings 
• Determine required easements, performance guarantees, impact fees, and implement as needed. 
• Research tap fees for water and sanitary 
• Research property taxes 
• Drive the engineering process, receive all necessary permits, attend pre-construction meetings 
• Meet all requirements per the City/County/Township Development/Maintenance Agreements  
• Complete MOSS plan as required 
• Attend all municipal meetings as required throughout the approval process 
• Submit to finance all ACQ