Site Acquisition Manager

POSITION: Site Acquisition Manager

LOCATION: US Remote with Atlanta, GA preferred

ROLE SUMMARY

The Site Acquisition Manager is responsible for identifying, researching, analyzing, lease contracts for, and zoning for infrastructure installations related to wireless telecommunications, utility, and electric vehicle charging stations. Build and manage a team of site acquisition professionals and support staff to deliver predictable acquisition results for a broad client base.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the Identification of candidates for specific land leases based on customer criteria, owner interest, and jurisdictional Zoning and/or Land Use regulations.
• Review lease acquisitions and lease amendments required for proposed installations.
• Oversee specific leasing operations and ensure that assignment and scheduling of related work follows agreed-upon timelines.
• May serve as a point of contact for the community and/or government agencies
• Prepare or oversee the preparation of tower company collocation applications.
• Assist or oversee completion of Zoning and Permit applications for submittal to jurisdictions and coordinate the zoning process with outside counsel and vendors.
• Work directly with the Site Acquisition Team, Clients, and/or other site acquisition and construction personnel to provide site acquisition expertise in all aspects of the project.
• Quality control, data entry and tracking of site candidate packages, lease, and amendments, and other Site Acquisition documentation. Oversee all info provided on sites so that it can be presented to clients.
• Manage team members, delegate the coordinating, scheduling, and tracking site visits and technical team visits with various departments · Manage your team and coordinate, order and track title, surveys, environmental reports, structural analysis, regulatory reports, lease exhibits, and construction plans and drawings as required.
• Must be able to read and interpret surveys and construction drawings.
• Track and manage your team in obtaining Landlord approval on Construction Drawings and zoning/permit applications
• Prepare and update or review your teams prepared site status reports/databases, site close-out packages, and attend client meetings or deployment calls as required.
• Manage tracking and reporting site acquisition self-perform revenue/market credit and preparation of client billing.
• Comprehend and serve as a subject matter expert on matters related to federal, state and local codes and ordinances related to the proposed installation.
• Research, understand and interpret jurisdictional requirements for permit application submissions and serve as a functional advisor on Client and/or Project calls
• Understand and evaluate Utility Company pole types, equipment, and attachment requirements
• Understand and manage the new utility service process
• Understand and evaluate real estate ownership types such as City-owned ROW, Department of Transportation or State ROW, Private ROW of Utility Owned Easements, Non-exclusive Easements, Public Utility Easements, Parcels to recommend viable locations
• Understand and evaluate environmental and regulatory requirements to complete required Client forms and/or submittals for NEPA, FCC, FAA, or other rules
• Know traffic control permitting requirements, sight triangles and clear zones
• Prepare and present at zoning approval, neighborhood association, and other public meetings

QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS

• 5-7 years of experience in telecommunications, right of way management, and/or related real estate or legal work
• 4+ years of computer skills, including a high level of proficiency with MS Excel, MS Outlook, Microsoft Word, Google Earth, and other database or tracking tools
• Bachelor’s degree (or the equivalent of education and professional experience)
• Knowledge of Real Estate fundamentals required
• Ability to travel as needed to lead the team and grow business (10% - 20%)
• Excellent computer/reporting skills, including a high level of proficiency with MS Excel and other database/project management tracking tools.
• Highly organized and able to multi-task and work effectively with limited supervision with tight deadlines and a high volume of projects.
• Highly motivated “self-starter” able to work under aggressive project schedules and fast pace environment
• High degree of comfort with various online research resources and tools
• Ability to work in a time-sensitive and high-volume environment

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Public speaking and presentation skills (preferred)

WHAT WE OFFER

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, a competitive compensation/bonus structure, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), generous PTO, and a 401(k) Retirement plan. Also provided are a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet (as required for your role), and all necessary tools and safety equipment.

TO APPLY

For immediate consideration, please apply at the provided link and submit your most current resume.

Pearce believes in strength through diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.