Land Acquisition Analyst/Associate

Hillpointe
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Jun 05, 2025
WHY HILLPOINTE? Hillpointe is a fully integrated real estate development and investment management firm focused on developing market-rate workforce housing across the Sun Belt. Ranked at the top of NMHC's list of Builders and Developers, our team ensures best-in-class execution. Built on its long and proven track record of real estate development, the firm's investment approach is centered around its in-house general contracting expertise, enabling direct control of cost and delivery timeframe. For each project, Hillpointe directly controls land acquisition, land development, construction, procurement of building materials, asset management, and capital markets. This is more than just a job - it's a career-defining opportunity! At Hillpointe, you'll be part of a dynamic, innovative team that has tangible impacts on day-to-day operations and contributes directly to overall success. Land Acquisition Analyst/Associate Job Description The Land Acquisition Analyst/Associate will support the identification, analysis, and acquisition of land suitable for multifamily development. This role is instrumental in growing our development pipeline by sourcing quality opportunities in target markets and coordinating with internal teams to advance deals from concept to contract. The ideal candidate brings a mix of market knowledge, financial acumen, and persistence in deal-making. Key Responsibilities Site Sourcing: Identify and evaluate potential land acquisition opportunities through broker relationships, on-market listings, and direct outreach to landowners. Due Diligence: Perform initial feasibility reviews, including zoning analysis, site constraints, and surrounding market conditions. Financial Analysis: Prepare preliminary underwriting and financial models to determine project viability. Market Research: Monitor trends, demographics, land pricing, and entitlement activity in target submarkets. Pipeline Management: Maintain tracking for acquisition leads, active negotiations, and deals under contract. Internal Coordination: Work cross-functionally with development, legal, construction, and finance teams to assess risks and support execution of deals. Acquisition Support: Assist in the preparation of LOIs, purchase and sale agreements, and investment committee presentations. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, Urban Planning, or a related field. 1-3 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, development, brokerage, or related discipline (multifamily experience preferred). Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling. Familiarity with real estate data tools such as CoStar, LandVision, or GIS platforms is a plus. Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills. Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and desire to learn. Ability to travel occasionally to evaluate sites or attend meetings, as needed. Preferred Attributes A strong network of local brokers, landowners, and municipal contacts. Knowledge of zoning codes and entitlement processes. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple leads and prioritize opportunities efficiently. *NOTE:* This document outlines the general nature and level of work expected from individuals in this role. It's important to understand that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills. Additional tasks or job functions that can be safely performed may be required as necessary by supervisory personnel. This flexibility in additional duties showcases the company's adaptability and encourages employees to be versatile. The employee is expected to adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the company, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.