Land Acquisition Manager

Join a High-Impact Team Shaping the Future of Real Estate as a Land Acquisition Manager in Indianapolis!

Thompson Thrift is hiring a full-time Land Acquisition Manager to work out of the corporate Indianapolis, IN office. The Land Acquisition Manager will assist the Acquisitions Team in all aspects of market research, financial modeling, financing package completion, and any and all other items requested as required.

Why Thompson Thrift?

• Values-Driven Culture: Excellence, leadership, and service are at the heart of everything we do.
• Community Impact: Through initiatives like TT Serve, we foster community outreach and personal development.
• Work-Life Balance: Our Family Impact Program supports well-being with flexible work options, concierge medical services, financial planning, and more.
• Career Growth: Invest in your future with ongoing technical development and learning opportunities.

What You’ll Do:

• Locate and evaluate land suitable for acquisition and development through market research and due diligence.
• Assess zoning, market, and financial feasibility of potential development sites.
• Determine land values by researching comparable property sales.
• Negotiate and contract land acquisitions.
• Coordinate land entitlement and planning activities in collaboration with the Development team.
• Interface and negotiate with government jurisdictions regarding zoning and entitlements.
• Oversee the due diligence process for targeted development projects.
• Monitor and review purchase agreements.
• Coordinate joint venture agreements as needed.

Our Ideal Candidate for this Role:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, or a relevant field.
• Experience: At least 3 years in real estate investment, development, or brokerage.
• Skills:
  • Strong understanding of financial metrics relevant to real estate.
  • Knowledge of economic indicators influencing multifamily real estate valuation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently on moderately complex assignments.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to influence operational practices.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow within a values-driven organization, we encourage you to apply.