Land Acquisition Manager

Land Acquisition Manager - Wakefield Development

Wakefield Development, a leading regional developer of single-family and multifamily real estate, is seeking an experienced Land Acquisition Manager to drive our expansion and contribute to our continued success.

As the Land Acquisition Manager , you will be responsible for identifying and securing land for residential development while ensuring alignment with Wakefield Development’s strategic goals. Your primary focus will be on acquisitions within the Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina (Moyock, Albemarle, etc.) area.

Candidates from various locations are encouraged to apply, though familiarity with Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina (Moyock, Albemarle, etc.) is preferred.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement market strategies for target areas, becoming a local expert in land acquisition.
• Analyze regional and local market trends to identify high-potential submarkets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, negotiating key business terms for acquisitions.
• Evaluate potential sites based on Wakefield Development’s selection criteria and conduct financial analyses to assess viability and profitability.
• Present land opportunities to internal teams, investors, lenders, and municipal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the executive team and provide strategic insights for acquisition decisions.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support the company’s growth.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Minimum five years of experience in real estate development, land acquisitions, or related fields .

Strong understanding of real estate development processes, land acquisition operations, budgets, and proformas .

Proven ability to negotiate land deals and maintain strong business relationships.

Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills .

Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently.

Schedule :

Monday-Friday, standard daytime hours; 8 : 30 am - 5 pm

Job Type :

Full-time position, averaging 40 hours per week

Compensation :

$80,000-$100,000 annually

Benefits :

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with contribution

Vacation time

Sick time

Supplemental benefits

Work Location :

Virginia Beach, VA preferred

Work Environment :

Office-based environment with a business casual dress code. Standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, are used in this role.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods

Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other office equipment

Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds

Vision and hearing acuity to perform job duties effectively

Maintain a valid Driver’s License

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. If you have any questions, please contact us at hr@redcedarco.com. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.

Wakefield Development, a subsidiary of L.M. Sandler & Sons , has been a successful family-run business for nearly 40 years . Our company culture fosters innovation and empowers our team with training, tools, and direct access to executive leadership , ensuring a meaningful and rewarding career.

Our team of industry experts, financial resources, and strategic insights allows us to create exceptional real estate developments that benefit residents and enhance communities. Learn more at

Wakefield Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, traits historically associated with race, hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex gender, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.