Project Manager of Long Haul Site Acquisition and Permitting

Position Overview 

The Project Manager, LH Site Acquisition and Permitting reports to the Manager of LH Site Acquisition and Permitting and is responsible for managing the end-to-end delivery of site acquisition, due diligence, design coordination, and permitting for ILA (Intermediate Line Amplifier) facilities. This role ensures sites are secured, vetted, and permitted in alignment with program schedules, budgets, and company standards. 

Key Responsibilities 

Site Acquisition 

• Identify potential sites for ILA deployment in alignment with network planning requirements 

• Support and lead negotiations for land purchases and lease agreements 

• Coordinate preparation and execution of acquisition documents 

• Develop and maintain site acquisition trackers and status updates 

• Prepare deal summaries and support internal approval processes 

Due Diligence & Design Coordination 

• Manage site due diligence activities including: 

• Title review 

• Surveys 

• Zoning and land use analysis 

• Environmental assessments 

• Utility availability 

• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams on site layout and constructability 

• Ensure site designs align with company standards and jurisdictional requirements 

Permitting 

• Manage the permitting process across local, state, and federal jurisdictions 

• Prepare and submit permit applications 

• Track permit status and proactively manage timelines 

• Coordinate responses to agency comments and resubmittals 

• Engage with jurisdictions and stakeholders to facilitate approvals 

Program Execution 

• Manage project schedules, budgets, and forecasts for assigned sites 

• Provide regular status updates including risks, issues, and mitigation plans 

• Support weekly and monthly program reporting (KPIs/KGPs) 

• Ensure compliance with company standards, processes, and documentation requirements 

Vendor & Stakeholder Management 

• Coordinate and manage vendors including site acquisition firms, environmental consultants, and permitting specialists 

• Ensure vendor performance aligns with expectations and contract requirements 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, construction, legal, and finance teams 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or related field (or equivalent experience) 

• Three to seven (3–7) years of experience in site acquisition, permitting, or infrastructure deployment 

• Experience with land use, zoning, and permitting processes 

• Experience supporting land purchase or lease negotiations 

• Familiarity with telecom or infrastructure projects preferred 

• Environmental permitting experience is a plus 

Skills & Competencies 

• Project management and organization 

• Negotiation and coordination skills 

• Strong communication and stakeholder management 

• Ability to manage multiple sites/projects simultaneously 

• Problem-solving and risk mitigation 

• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy 

Success Metrics:

• Site acquisition cycle time 

• Permitting cycle time 

• On-time delivery of sites to construction 

• Budget adherence at the project level 

• Reduction in permitting resubmittals 

• Quality and completeness of site documentation at handoff 

Estimated base salary range: $77,100 - $118,600 USD/annually