About KB Home KB Home is one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the United States and has built over 670,000 quality homes in our 65 plus year history. Today, KB Home operates in 47 markets from coast to coast. At KB Home, people are our foundation. We build strong, personal relationships with our customers to ensure they have a real partner in the homebuying process. Our employees are the heart and soul of our company and are driven by a shared culture of customer obsession guided by our focus on sustainability providing a beneficial impact on the world. When you join KB Home, you become part of a team that is passionate about making the dream of homeownership a reality for families across America. Come be a part of our team! Learn more.
JOB SUMMARY: The Land Search Analyst is responsible for creation and maintenance of a land database that will identify and track new land opportunities for the Division. The position will work closely with the Land Acquisition team to search and locate new opportunities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Identify new land purchase opportunities using GIS (Geographic Information Systems) aerial mapping software. Integrate the mapping information into KB’s customized database to identify and track new land opportunities.
- Analyze and recommend new opportunities using municipal GIS systems, municipal rezoning and permitting tracking and other land related databases
- Identify and recommend off-market deals for acquisition
- Identify and analyze competitor locations, product offerings, price points, and acquisition costs. Provide recommendations after analyzing the data. Update all competitor information into GIS mapping system.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Certifications/Licenses - Bachelor’s Degree required with preferred major in Business, Real Estate, Finance or Planning.
Experience - Knowledge of GIS mapping preferred
- Market research experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Knowledge of GIS (Geospatial Information Systems) and or “Land-related” databases
Work Requirements - Strong organizational skills; able to handle multiple deadlines and create functional systems for handling data
- Action oriented, with the drive to push projects to successful closure
- Strong ability to work within a team setting, inclusive of other’s ideas
- Strong verbal and written communication, with the ability to take complex concepts and communicate succinctly and accurately
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite (at least intermediate level). Advanced Excel Skills required
- Strong technical and analytical skills
Find out why KB Home is attracting and retaining the best employees! If you are interested and qualified, please apply now. KB Home provides above average compensation packages and earnings potential, full benefits, an outstanding 401K matching program, bonus plans and amazing promotional opportunities. KB Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work team. Diversity is important to KB Home! |
