Regional Construction & Permitting Lead

Zipline; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Zipline is seeking a Regional Construction Manager to lead ground infrastructure builds across the East Coast. You will manage end-to-end construction, contracting, design reviews with engineering, and ensure on-time delivery while coordinating with Real Estate, Legal, and Operations teams.

The role requires travel 75%+ with frequent coordination with city staff, AHJs, and external vendors to advance Zipline’s drone delivery network in the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years in real estate development or construction.
• Experience obtaining entitlements and permits with customers’ Real Estate teams.
• Strong communication to align stakeholders and provide updates.
• 4+ years collaborating with external design teams (Architectural, Civil, MEP).
• Familiarity with AHJs to navigate permitting.
• Experience with Procore and Bluebeam.
• Willingness to travel 75%+ regionally and nationally.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects, site infrastructure, and real estate development contracts.
• Lead pre-construction strategies to streamline permits.
• Build relationships with City Managers and inspectors to secure approvals.
• Collaborate with Legal to navigate regulatory landscapes for drone delivery.
• Coordinate with Real Estate teams to integrate Zipline systems.
• Source and manage external stakeholders, including utilities.
• Identify and mitigate risks across pre-construction and construction phases.
• Engage with partners' teams to align on timelines and expectations.
• Oversee general contractors and subs across trades during bid to commissioning.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Real estate development

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Travel 75%+

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Zipline is seeking a Regional Construction Manager to lead ground infrastructure builds across the East Coast. You will manage end-to-end construction, contracting, design reviews with engineering, and ensure on-time delivery while coordinating with Real Estate, Legal, and Operations teams.

The role requires travel 75%+ with frequent coordination with city staff, AHJs, and external vendors to advance Zipline’s drone delivery network in the region.