Taylor Morrison

Build to Rent (BTR) Land Acquisition and Entitlements Director

Taylor Morrison$110K — $130K *
Tampa, FL 33610In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Planning, Architecture, or Civil Engineering
  • Minimum five years of experience in land acquisition, entitlements, and development
  • Preferred experience in multi-family or single-family environments
  • Involvement with higher density zoning, entitlements, and development highly preferred
  • Local land market and municipal knowledge advantageous
  • Proficient in Excel, Project, Word, and Outlook
  • Strong communication skills for presentations and reports

Responsibilities

  • Utilize geographic market study data to identify suitable submarkets for BTR strategy
  • Establish a network of brokers and sellers for acquisition opportunities
  • Educate stakeholders about the build to rent business
  • Understand and apply zoning ordinances for entitlement approvals
  • Identify and purchase properties aligning with divisional forecasts
  • Negotiate land purchase contracts and manage due diligence
  • Coordinate closely with teams to ensure project execution

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead innovative land acquisition initiatives
  • Engage in high-density community developments
  • Work closely with a dedicated construction and planning team
  • Collaborate with respected professionals in the field
  • Contribute to sustainable and community-focused living solutions
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
As a Build to Rent (BTR) Land Acquisition and Entitlements Director working for Taylor Morrison you will be responsible for understanding and executing all components of the land acquisition and entitlement planning processes applicable to higher-density BTR developments ensuring a smooth handoff of projects to the land development and vertical construction team. The "hybrid" communities include smaller single-family homes built in a multi-family apartment-style setting. The individual will directly source and entitle land that is suitable for Taylor Morrison's defined strategy.

Job Details

We trust that as a BTR Land Acquisition and Entitlements Director you will: (responsibilities)
  • Utilize geographic market study data to identify submarkets that are best suited for our build to rent strategy based on our target consumers and their preferences
  • Establish a network of colleagues, brokers and sellers able to bring build to rent acquisition opportunities
  • Educate third party stakeholders (municipalities, brokers, land sellers etc.) regarding our build to rent business
  • Understand residential, commercial and multi-family municipal zoning ordinances and apply as appropriate to achieve build to rent entitlement approvals
  • Identify, control and purchase properties necessary to achieve established divisional build to rent forecasts and financial objectives
  • Write letters of intent and negotiate land purchase contracts and review with outside counsel
  • Meet with engineers, planners and government agencies and manage entitlements to ensure proper execution of medium/high-density site plans
  • Review and manage due diligence materials through feasibility periods for land acquisitions
  • Review subdivision development agreements, environmental reports and soils studies as needed
  • Generate financial proforma model projections for proposed communities
  • Prepare asset committee land approval request submittals
  • Create budgets, cashflows and schedules related to land acquisitions
  • Coordinate front-end activities with architecture, purchasing and construction to ensure timely project execution
  • Keep abreast of local market land transactions for multi-family and purposed single family for rent communities
  • Proactively advise the VP of Land of potential problems and proposed solutions
  • Work with land development team as needed ensuring a clean handoff of projects to vertical construction
  • Proactively advise both the Division President and BTR leadership of potential problems and proposed solutions
  • Perform other duties as assigned


What you will need: (competencies, behaviors & attributes)
  • Self-Starter
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Multi-Task
  • Negotiation
  • Prioritization
  • Results Oriented


About you:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Planning, Architecture or Civil Engineering
  • Minimum five years of experience in land acquisition, entitlements and development
  • Experience in multi-family or single-family environments preferred
  • Involvement with higher density zoning, entitlements and development highly preferred
  • Local land market and municipal knowledge highly preferred
  • Computer proficiency of Excel, Project, Word and Outlook
  • Ability to anticipate possible obstacles and propose favorable solutions
  • Strong work ethic, self-starter, and commitment to implementation and execution of BTR playbook strategy
  • Concise writing and public speaking/presentation skills are desirable for reporting to internal and external customers


FLSA Status: Exempt

Will have responsibilities such as:
  • Interviewing, selecting, and training employees
  • Setting rates of pay and hours of work
  • Appraising productivity; handling employee grievances or complaints, or disciplining employees
  • Determining work techniques
  • Planning the work
  • Apportioning work among employees
  • Determining the types of equipment to be used in performing work, or materials needed
  • Planning budgets for work
  • Monitoring work for legal or regulatory compliance
  • Providing for safety and security of the workplace


Essential Functions:

Successful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Report to Division Office daily and adhere to schedule
  • Ability to oversee direct reports daily and provide guidance as needed
  • Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device
  • Ability to have face to face conversations with customers, co-workers and higher level manager
  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle
  • Comply with company policies and procedure


Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
  • The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds


*Taylor Morrison experience and/or successful completion of training program may override required education and/or experience requirement.

Job descriptions are not intended as, nor should be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job duties and responsibilities essential for making fair pay decisions about the job.

About Taylor Morrison

Taylor Morrison has been helping families create memories for more than a century. When you've been doing something that long you learn a few things. You learn the right way to build. You learn that people matter. And you learn that the real staying power is in giving people a home that they want and one you know is built to last. That last one's pretty important.

Taylor Morrison Careers

Join the dynamic team at Taylor Morrison, one of the nation's top homebuilders, where we pride ourselves on innovation, leadership, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion. At Taylor Morrison, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a thriving company culture that nurtures talent through comprehensive training and development programs.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a fulfilling career journey with Taylor Morrison and contribute to our mission of building dreams and delivering quality homes across the United States. Our team is composed of dedicated professionals who excel in their fields, driven by the desire to innovate and lead in the industry.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you're starting your career or looking to advance it, Taylor Morrison has a range of positions and internships that cater to various skills and experiences. From construction to customer service, each role is crucial in shaping the future of our business and the satisfaction of our homeowners.

Professional Growth and Development

At Taylor Morrison, career growth is not just a possibility—it's a priority. We are committed to the professional development of our team members through leadership training programs, networking opportunities, and access to cutting-edge industry knowledge. Our leadership is deeply invested in the continuous improvement of our team, ensuring that everyone has the tools they need to succeed.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe that diversity fuels innovation. Taylor Morrison is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where diverse ideas and perspectives are valued. We offer diversity training to help our team understand and celebrate the differences that make each member unique.

Benefits and Culture

Choosing to work at Taylor Morrison means opting for a company that values your well-being and professional growth. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members and their families by providing health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement planning, and more. The culture at Taylor Morrison is built on a foundation of respect and integrity, where every team member is encouraged to share their ideas and make a difference.

Join Our Team

Ready to advance your career with Taylor Morrison? Explore our open positions that match your skills and interests. We are hiring creative, curious, and passionate individuals who are ready to make an impact. Prepare your resume, ace the interview, and join a team that’s redefining the homebuilding industry.

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Learn more about Taylor Morrison
Size
3,000 employees
Market Cap
$3.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$243.4 million
Founded
2007
5 Year Trend
+16.1%
Revenue
$6.1 billion
NASDAQ

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