Director, Area Construction

SBA Communications Corporation; Richardson (AL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Equity opportunities

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Life insurance & STD/LTD

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Flexible remote days

Education assistance

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

SBA Communications Corporation is seeking a Director, Area Construction to lead the operational and financial performance of the Construction Services business line within an area or sub-region. You’ll drive business development, staffing, budgeting, and contract management while ensuring safety and compliance.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will mentor Territory Managers, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and manage performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field; 5–10 years of managerial experience in wireless telecommunications site development or construction.
• Strong budgeting, EBITDA awareness, and financial analytics.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Construction Services business line within an area or sub-region.
• Lead business development and sales for designated line.
• Ensure staffing, budgets, and project delivery meet targets.
• Coach Territory Managers on contracts, staffing, and compliance.
• Monitor weekly financial and operational performance and AR aging.
• Collaborate with other departments to drive synergistic efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Team management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Since 1989, SBA Communications has been a pillar of the wireless industry. Today, as a publicly traded global leader and S&P 500 company, our network of over 46,000 communication sites spans 10+ countries, forming the critical infrastructure that connects millions. We are the force behind the scenes -the essential infrastructure that keeps our world connected.

We are looking for innovators to join the dynamic team that makes it all possible. In an industry that moves fast, we rely on our agility to stay ahead of the curve and deliver results. However, we never achieve it alone. Our culture is defined by a "Team First" focus, where every team member matters, and we collaborate passionately to support our customers' objectives.

We believe in shared success. At SBA, we invite every team member to think like an owner.

In addition to a competitive salary range, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being.

This includes:

Financial Wellbeing

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match of a percentage of employee contributions and profit sharing, where applicable

• Equity opportunities, including participation in company equity stock plans, where applicable

Health and Mental Wellbeing

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions toward coverage

• Paid parental leave and company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD), where eligible

• Wellness programs and resources, including an employee assistance program and well-being initiatives

Personal Growth & Balance

• Paid time off and company-paid holidays

• Flexible work arrangements, including an allotment of remote workdays per year, depending on the role

• Education assistance and professional development and certification or licensing support, where eligible

• Performance-based bonus or incentive compensation, which may be available depending on the role

Benefit offerings are subject to plan terms, eligibility requirements, and applicable law, and may vary based on factors such as employment status, job classification, work location, and scheduled hours. Certain benefits may not be available to part-time employees or employees working fewer than 30 hours per week. The company reserves the right to modify or terminate benefit plans at any time, consistent with applicable law.

You're ready to make an impact with a stable industry leader, we want to hear from you.

Your Next Career Opportunity - Director, Area Construction

Total accountability for the operational and financial performance of the Construction Services business line within an area or sub-region.

What You Will Do - Primary Responsibilities

• Business development and sales for designated business line.
• Annual, quarterly and bi-weekly operational and financial projections.
• Ensure projects and territories are staffed adequately.
• Train and advise Territory Managers on legal environments, proper staffing levels, project budgets, customers, actual implementation of work and sales activities.
• Ensure Territory Managers have the training and resources necessary to properly review and implement contracts.
• Analysis of weekly reports for the purpose of managing internal and external objectives. .
• Operate in synergy with other departments (New Builds, AWN, Tower Maintenance, Property, ect). Insure corporation and monitor progress of all synergistic efforts.
• Track financial performance for designated business line.
• Ensure all aged accounts receivable (A/R) are satisfied in a timely manner.
• Delegate projects to Territory Managers when necessary (this is typically done based upon geographic responsibility).
• Maintain and enforce all SBA safety / quality practices and OSHA guidelines.
• Elevate appropriate data / regional information to General Manager.
• Serve as a role model of corporate culture within field offices.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Work with Talent Acquisition to recruit, interview, select, hire, and employ a talented and diverse group of high performing team members.
• Provide oversight and direction to team members in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures.
• Coach, mentor and develop team members, including overseeing new team member onboarding and providing career development planning and growth opportunities.
• Empower team members to take ownership of their job and goals. Delegate responsibilities as needed and provide routine constructive feedback on performance.
• Create a culture that is consistent with the organization's focus on team member engagement and that aligns with the organization's mission, vision and values.
• Lead team members using a performance management and development focused approach to assist in goal setting, two-way feedback, and performance development planning.
• Lead team members to meet the organization's expectations for productivity, quality, and goal accomplishment.

What You’ll Need - Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in related field is preferred;
  • and 5-10 years managerial experience in wireless telecommunications site development or construction industry. Must possess knowledge of budgeting procedures, EBIDTA multipliers and financial statistics.

• Demonstrated knowledge and advanced proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite software including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook.
• Domestic Travel 50% of the time inclusive of overnight travel.
• Valid Government Issued Driver's License

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Frequently
• Lifting Occasionally (70lbs)
• Carrying Occasionally
• Pulling Occasionally
• Climbing Occasionally
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Occasionally
• Kneeling Occasionally
• Crouching Occasionally
• Reaching Occasionally
• Handling Occasionally
• Grasping Occasionally
• Feeling Occasionally
• Talking Frequently
• Hearing Frequently
• Repetitive Motions Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Occasionally
• Extreme cold Occasionally
• Extreme heat Occasionally
• Humid Occasionally
• Wet Occasionally
• Noise Frequently
• Hazards Frequently
• Temperature Change Occasionally
• Atmospheric Conditions Frequently
• Vibration Frequently
• Precarious Heights Occasionally

In our efforts to maintain a safe work environment for our team members and the general public, all applicants who receive a conditional job offer for employment in a position classified as safety sensitive will be required to take and satisfactorily pass a drug test.