Director of Land Acquisition - Greenville SC / Columbia SC

Land Acquisition Professional

Prestige is a leading land development contractor delivering expert site works and high-quality infrastructure to build thriving communities.

We are a comprehensive land development and site work contractor, dedicated to building strong partnerships with landowners, local governments, engineers, contractors, developers, home builders, and community members. With local presence and leadership in the markets we serve, we have the relationships and understanding to facilitate the best use of land sites. Through collaboration, we deliver high-quality infrastructure, homesites, and thriving communities.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a land acquisition professional with strong market knowledge, established industry relationships, and a proven track record of securing residential development opportunities. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, hard-working leader who enjoys building relationships, pursuing opportunities, and helping establish a successful presence in a new market from the ground up. We are looking for someone who thrives at setting ambitious goals, taking initiative, working independently, and delivering results, while creating new opportunities and driving growth throughout the Greenville and Columbia markets.

Strategic Land Acquisition & Market Intelligence

• Develop and execute the company's land acquisition strategy in alignment with organizational growth plans.
• Identify, evaluate, and secure high-value land opportunities through relationships with landowners, brokers, developers, and municipal partners.
• Negotiate lot sales with, and maintain relationships, with home builders (customers).
• Oversee comprehensive market research, including employment trends, demographic shifts, competitive analysis, and regional sales performance.
• Direct feasibility assessments, due diligence, and preliminary land planning to determine project viability.
• Provide strategic recommendations to executive leadership regarding land positions, market entry, and long-range planning.

Contract Negotiation & Legal Oversight

• Direct the preparation, negotiation, and execution of land acquisition agreements, purchase contracts, and related legal documentation.
• Collaborate with internal and external legal counsel to ensure all contracts protect company interests and meet regulatory standards.
• Manage complex negotiations involving multiple stakeholders, financial structures, and long-term development considerations.

Leadership, Project Coordination & Internal Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Land Acquisition team, providing guidance on strategy, negotiations, and professional growth.
• Oversee preparation of Land Acquisition Request packages and present recommendations to executive leadership for approval.
• Partner with land development, entitlement, construction, finance, and executive teams to ensure seamless transition from acquisition to development.
• Maintain detailed documentation and reporting for all land acquisition activities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Real Estate, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in land acquisition, land development, or real estate, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of land use planning, zoning, entitlements, and government permitting processes.
• Proven track record of successful land negotiations and acquisitions.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret real estate contracts, zoning regulations, engineering reports, and development plans.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Experience with market research, financial modeling, and proforma budgeting.
• Leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop team members.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, and crouching for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently and up to 150 lbs with assistance.
• Walk on uneven terrain in varying weather conditions.
• Maintain awareness of active construction environments.

Work Environment

• Combination of office and field-based work with frequent travel to potential land sites.
• Exposure to outdoor conditions, high noise levels, and active construction sites.
• Work near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Possible exposure to substances such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel, and asphalt.

What's In It For Me:

• Access to competitively priced, high-quality health care options through Aetna, MetLife and EyeMed, along with employer-paid ST and LT disability, basic life and AD&D insurance (including employee-paid life, Legal Resources, and Aflac supplemental options)
• Plan for the future by investing in a 401(K), with up to $5K employer match, invest even more with our Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 12 weeks of paid maternity leave through our Short-Term Disability Plan
• Receive well-rounded wellness benefits, including free and low-cost mental health resources and support services through our Employee Assistance Program
• Rest and relax with our paid time off policy that increases with tenure
• Protect yourself from identity theft or travel mishaps with our no-cost coverage
• Get access to your paycheck early with an advanced pay option through Dayforce Wallet