Vice President of Land Acquistions

Location: Pittsburgh Market, PA

About Redwood

At Redwood Living, Inc. ("Redwood"), we believe our success is driven by the people who power us. We are proud to be a multi-state employer with a growing team of over 650 employees committed to building neighborhoods and careers that thrive. Our employees are passionate, talented, and empowered to make decisions that positively impact the lives of our residents. From on-site teams to corporate leadership, every Redwood team member plays a vital role in delivering exceptional experiences.

We foster a culture rooted in integrity, open communication, and a commitment to exceeding expectations.

As we continue to expand our footprint and grow our team, we seek individuals who share our values and are excited to contribute to a dynamic, forward-thinking organization. At Redwood, you'll find more than a job - you'll find a place to grow, lead, and make a difference.

We live by eight core values that guide everything we do:

• Do One Thing Really Well
• Be Entrepreneurial
• Serve Those You Lead
• Deliver More Than Expected
• Communicate Openly and Honestly
• Instill Family and Team Spirit
• Demonstrate Integrity and Authenticity
• Be Nice and Have Fun

Position Overview:

Under the general direction of the National VP of Land Acquisitions and Development, the Vice President of Land Acquisitions in the Pittsburgh Market will be responsible for providing executive leadership and strategic direction for land acquisition activities in their assigned region. This role supports acquisition directors, managers, and coordinators while remaining actively involved in market strategy, deal structuring, contract negotiations, and municipal approval processes.

Serving as a key liaison between the Acquisitions team and senior leadership, this position drives performance, mitigates risk, and ensures successful execution of the company's land acquisition strategy.

As such, you will be expected to act as a Redwood brand ambassador, promote our brand and provide the best resident experience possible. All Redwood employees are expected to conduct all organizational business and practices in accordance with Redwood company policies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to Acquisitions directors, managers, and coordinators in all aspects of land acquisition.
• Provide training and strategic support to Acquisitions directors, managers, and coordinators including guidance on land mapping, land contract negotiation, and municipality approval strategy.
• Act as a liaison between Acquisitions managers and senior leadership, facilitating coordination, sharing progress updates, and ensuring alignment on acquisitions priorities.
• Directly manage several Acquisitions team members providing regular feedback, conducting performance reviews, and offering day-to-day support.
• Identify target areas in specific markets that align with demographic and neighborhood criteria
• Negotiate Letters of Intent (LOIs) and Purchase Agreements (PAs) with brokers and property sellers
• Maintain and update land contract records in the internal D365 Acquisitions Hub database
• Request proposals for engineering services, landscaping, environmental studies (e.g., tree surveys, bat studies), and project renderings
• Manage deals through a comprehensive Site Review process, including Stage 1 (SR1) and Stage 2 (SR2), to secure necessary approvals and conduct budget planning for acquisition opportunities
• Review costs and maintain budget requirements using Business Intelligence (BI) tools to support data-driven financial planning
• Evaluate rezoning and site plan requirements of municipalities
• Prepare rezoning applications and submit documentation to municipalities as needed
• Design site plans and determine product mix in collaboration with Operations
• Review due diligence materials and identify potential risks or red flags with Development
• Develop and manage entitlement and approval schedules
• Prepare and submit site plan approval packages to municipalities
• Host neighborhood meetings before public hearings to inform and gather community feedback
• Identify required easements, performance guarantees, and impact fees; implement as needed
• Research tap fees for water and sanitary services
• Investigate property tax obligations for potential sites
• Oversee engineering process while collaborating with Development, obtain necessary permits, and attend pre-construction meetings
• Ensure compliance with City, County, and Township development and maintenance agreements
• Attend municipal meetings throughout the entitlement and approval process
• Submit acquisition-related financial documentation to the Finance team
• Collaborate with architects on building elevations and municipal design requirements
• Review and approve project-related invoices
• Participate in internal meetings and cross-functional coordination
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Demonstrates leadership responsibilities, including guiding and developing team members as the organization grows.
• Integrity (respectfulness,…