Mid Level Land Acquisition Manager Jobs
Mid level land acquisition manager jobs go to professionals ready to own site evaluation pipelines, negotiate deals with limited oversight, and guide junior staff through due diligence. Openings are predominantly on-site across Construction & Real Estate, with employers like K. Hovnanian Companies, AMH, and PulteGroup hiring at this level now.
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Garman Builders, Inc., a name synonymous with award-winning design, superior construction, and exceptional workmanship, is hiring! Family owned and locally operated in Central PA since 1972, Garman provides a gateway to upward success, team & community connection, and building a future with a trustworthy, well-establish residential construction company.
Garman Builders complies with all current labor laws. Select the Labor Law Posters section below for relevant postings.
Garman Builders is looking for a seasoned Land Acquisition Manager to help drive our long-term growth by sourcing and advancing strategically aligned land opportunities.
This is a highly relationship-driven role for someone who knows how to build trust in the market, identify opportunities before competitors do and help bring the right deals to the table. The Land Acquisition Manager will lead opportunities from initial sourcing through contract execution and internal underwriting kickoff, working closely with Leadership, Finance, Operations, Construction, Sales, Legal, and Land Development.
We are looking for someone with a strong existing relationship across land and development community - including landowners, developers, brokers, municipal contacts, attorneys, and engineers - and a proven ability to source land deals.
In this role, you will:
- -Source, evaluate, and advance land opportunities aligned with Garman Builders’ growth strategy and building order
- -Build and maintain strategic relationships that create a consistent pipeline of acquisition opportunities
- -Prepare and negotiate Letters of Intent and support the development of Agreements of Sale
- -Serve as the primary point of contact for sellers from initial engagement through settlement
- -Coordinate the internal underwriting kickoff and ensure key information is organized for review
- -Collaborate with Land Development on zoning, entitlement risk, municipal dynamics, and project feasibility
- -Maintain clear pipeline tracking, due diligence documentation, and communication across stakeholders
- -The ideal candidate brings strong land valuation knowledge, an understanding of development economics, familiarity with zoning and entitlement complexity, and the ability to operate confidently in conversations where not every answer is known yet.
This person should have strong emotional intelligence, executive presence, and the ability to represent Garman Builders well with both internal and external partners. We’re looking for someone who is proactive, organized, creative, detail-oriented, and comfortable building momentum in the early stages of a deal.
Qualifications include:
5+ years of experience in land acquisition, real estate development, or related residential markets; 8+ years highly preferred
Demonstrated experience sourcing and negotiating land transactions
Knowledge of Letters of Intent, Agreements of Sale, zoning, municipal processes, and real estate contract structures
Strong financial acumen with the ability to evaluate land value, market feasibility, and deal potential
Proven ability to build strategic relationships and communicate effectively with landowners, brokers, municipalities, and internal leadership
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to play a meaningful role in shaping where and how Garman Builders grows next.
To learn more about this position, click here to view the full job description & apply!
Garman Builders, Inc., a name synonymous with award-winning design, superior construction, and exceptional workmanship, is hiring! Family owned and locally operated in Central PA since 1972, Garman provides a gateway to upward success, team & community connection, and building a future with a trustworthy, well-establish residential construction company.
Garman Builders complies with all current labor laws. Select the Labor Law Posters section below for relevant postings.
Garman Builders is looking for a seasoned Land Acquisition Manager to help drive our long-term growth by sourcing and advancing strategically aligned land opportunities.
This is a highly relationship-driven role for someone who knows how to build trust in the market, identify opportunities before competitors do and help bring the right deals to the table. The Land Acquisition Manager will lead opportunities from initial sourcing through contract execution and internal underwriting kickoff, working closely with Leadership, Finance, Operations, Construction, Sales, Legal, and Land Development.
We are looking for someone with a strong existing relationship across land and development community - including landowners, developers, brokers, municipal contacts, attorneys, and engineers - and a proven ability to source land deals.
In this role, you will:
- -Source, evaluate, and advance land opportunities aligned with Garman Builders’ growth strategy and building order
- -Build and maintain strategic relationships that create a consistent pipeline of acquisition opportunities
- -Prepare and negotiate Letters of Intent and support the development of Agreements of Sale
- -Serve as the primary point of contact for sellers from initial engagement through settlement
- -Coordinate the internal underwriting kickoff and ensure key information is organized for review
- -Collaborate with Land Development on zoning, entitlement risk, municipal dynamics, and project feasibility
- -Maintain clear pipeline tracking, due diligence documentation, and communication across stakeholders
- -The ideal candidate brings strong land valuation knowledge, an understanding of development economics, familiarity with zoning and entitlement complexity, and the ability to operate confidently in conversations where not every answer is known yet.
This person should have strong emotional intelligence, executive presence, and the ability to represent Garman Builders well with both internal and external partners. We’re looking for someone who is proactive, organized, creative, detail-oriented, and comfortable building momentum in the early stages of a deal.
Qualifications include:
5+ years of experience in land acquisition, real estate development, or related residential markets; 8+ years highly preferred
Demonstrated experience sourcing and negotiating land transactions
Knowledge of Letters of Intent, Agreements of Sale, zoning, municipal processes, and real estate contract structures
Strong financial acumen with the ability to evaluate land value, market feasibility, and deal potential
Proven ability to build strategic relationships and communicate effectively with landowners, brokers, municipalities, and internal leadership
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to play a meaningful role in shaping where and how Garman Builders grows next.
To learn more about this position, click here to view the full job description & apply!
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- K. Hovnanian Companies2
- AMH1
- PulteGroup1
- Martins Development1M
- Smith Douglas Homes1
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- Construction & Real Estate3
Mid Level Land Acquisition Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level land acquisition manager job?
Position yourself around completed deals and measurable outcomes: sites closed, acreage secured, and negotiations you led from term sheet to contract. Highlight experience with title review, entitlement processes, and coordination across legal, engineering, and finance teams. Applications that demonstrate independent project ownership, rather than support work, consistently move forward at this level.
Which companies hire mid level land acquisition managers?
Companies hiring mid level land acquisition managers right now include K. Hovnanian Companies, AMH, and PulteGroup, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Homebuilders, energy developers, and commercial real estate firms tend to be the most active at this experience level, particularly during active growth or pipeline expansion phases.
Are there remote mid level land acquisition manager jobs?
Yes, though field presence is often required given the site-visit nature of the work. About 0% of mid level land acquisition manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote. Many employers allow remote work for research and reporting tasks while requiring on-site visits for due diligence and stakeholder meetings.
How do I move up to a mid level land acquisition manager role?
The path from entry level to mid level in land acquisition is built through progressively independent project work. Early-career professionals grow by taking ownership of due diligence tasks, developing relationships with brokers and landowners, and demonstrating sound judgment on deal viability. Consistently delivering completed projects with measurable outcomes, rather than just supporting senior staff, signals readiness for a mid level role.
Which industries hire the most mid level land acquisition managers?
Mid Level land acquisition manager roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring because their growth depends on securing land ahead of development cycles, making experienced acquisition professionals essential to keeping project pipelines moving on time.