Director, Area Construction

SBANS SBA Network Services, LLC; Richardson (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Equity opportunities

Health insurance & wellness programs

Paid parental leave

Paid time off & holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Education assistance & certification

Job summary

SBA Communications seeks a Director of Area Construction to lead site development and construction programs across designated territories. You will forecast budgets, supervise Territory Managers, and optimize staffing, safety, and contractual execution to meet company objectives.

Travel up to 50% is required; you will coordinate with multiple departments to ensure timely, compliant project delivery and financial performance. Strong leadership and telecom construction experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Strong budgeting and financial analysis skills.
• Proven leadership and people-management experience in wireless construction.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Territory Managers and field teams to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective project delivery.
• Develop annual/quarterly projections and budgets for designated business lines.
• Review contracts, staffing, and project budgets with cross-functional teams.
• Monitor financial performance and AR across the line of business.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

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.

• 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.

Your Next Career Opportunity – Director, Area Construction

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.

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These words describe our team members at SBA. Our strong entrepreneurial spirit has guided how we build our business, inspire each other and deliver for our customers. Wherever your location at SBA, as a member of our team, you will find colleagues who encourage you, challenges that energize you and leaders who appreciate you.

SBA Communications is an industry leader in providing wireless communications infrastructure essential to connecting businesses, communities and people, with a track record of growth throughout the Americas, Africa and in Asia. We are listed on NASDAQ under the symbol SBAC, and our organization is part of the S&P 500. SBA is also among the top 20 Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) based on market capitalization.