SAQ Manager

Smoothmoves, Inc.; Cavite City; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company is seeking an experienced SAQ Manager to lead site acquisition activities for FTTH rollout across South Luzon. The role includes securing permits, negotiating with property owners, and coordinating with various teams to ensure compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of relevant experience and strong skills in stakeholder management. This position is essential for supporting the timely deployment of telecom infrastructure in the area.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in site acquisition or related field.
• Strong understanding of Philippine telecom regulations.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site acquisition activities for FTTH rollout.
• Secure necessary permits from LGUs and other regulatory bodies.
• Negotiate lease agreements with property owners.
• Negotiate lease agreements and access permissions with property owners.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align site readiness with rollout schedules.
• Ensure compliance with telecom regulations and local ordinances.
• Maintain tracking of permits, contracts, and approvals timelines.
• Manage vendors and subcontractors involved in SAQ processes.
• Identify risks related to site access and implement mitigation strategies.
• Prepare weekly and monthly SAQ progress reports.

Skills

Experience with Philippine LGUs

Negotiation skills

Project management

Telecommunications knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Job Title: SAQ Manager – FTTH (South Luzon)

Location: South Luzon, Philippines

Experience Required: 3–5 Years

Industry: Telecommunications – Fiber to the Home (FTTH)

Job Summary

FiberHome is seeking an experienced SAQ (Site Acquisition) Manager to support its Fiber to the Home (FTTH) rollout projects across South Luzon, Philippines. The SAQ Manager will oversee end-to-end site acquisition activities, including Right-of-Way (ROW) processing, LGU coordination, landlord negotiations, and permit acquisition to ensure timely network deployment.

The ideal candidate must have strong experience working with Philippine LGUs (Local Government Units), utility companies, and private property owners for telecom infrastructure deployment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all Site Acquisition (SAQ) activities for FTTH rollout across South Luzon.
• Secure necessary permits from LGUs, barangays, DPWH, and other regulatory bodies.
• Handle Right-of-Way (ROW) applications and compliance documentation.
• Negotiate lease agreements and access permissions with property owners and developers.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Planning, ODN, Engineering, Construction) to align site readiness with rollout schedules.
• Ensure compliance with Philippine telecom regulations and local ordinances.
• Maintain accurate tracking of permits, contracts, and approval timelines.
• Manage vendors and subcontractors involved in SAQ processes.
• Identify risks related to site access and implement mitigation strategies.
• Prepare weekly and monthly SAQ progress reports.