Site Acquisition Manager

Ledcor Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Group in Chicago seeks a senior Telecom Permitting Leader to oversee end-to-end site acquisitions, approvals, and documentation. You will coordinate cross-functional teams and drive risk-appropriate decisions for a portfolio of telecom sites across multiple scopes.

In this role you will develop strategies, manage complex zoning and contract negotiations, and ensure timely submittals while maintaining safety and compliance. Travel 25–50% is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree from a recognized program, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of experience leading and scaling teams with telecom permitting experience (right of way and leasing).
• Ability to understand zoning codes and real estate documents.
• Read and comprehend legal documents (surveys, ground leases, easements, deeds, land contracts, mortgages, title policies, subordination) and CAD drawings.
• Excellent organizational, planning and multitasking abilities.
• Project management knowledge and strategic execution capability.
• Ability to read and negotiate contracts.
• Work well in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and written skills.
• MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and GIS familiarity.
• Criminal background check and pre-employment drug/alcohol requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the procurement of land use approvals (local/state/federal) for telecom sites across multiple scopes.
• Coordinate internal and external activities to forecast permit submittals and approvals.
• Serve as a telecom permitting subject matter expert within the local market.
• Lead and develop a team of site acquisition specialists across multiple disciplines; oversee document control and compliance.
• Execute Quality Plan; ensure accuracy of information, documents, deliverables, and forecasts.
• Resolve complex zoning and permitting issues; reduce turnaround times from submittal to receipt.
• Negotiate ground lease terms and utility easements with landowners.
• Work safely and independently; maintain full Profit & Loss responsibility.
• Travel required between 25-50%.

Skills

Leadership

Telecom permitting

Contract reading

Project management

MS Office

GIS systems

Communication

Education

Diploma or Degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD drawings

Job description

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee the procurement of all necessary land use approvals (local, state, and/or federal) for a portfolio of telecommunications sites across multiple scopes.
• Accountable for coordinating all internal and external activities in order to forecast permit submittals and approvals in an accurate manner.
• Acts as a subject matter expert in telecom permitting and within local market working in.
• Full cycle of New Site Build site acquisition subject matter expert Lead and develop a team of site acquisition specialists across multiple disciplines Oversees document control and ensures compliance with customer requirements.
• Executes Quality Plan, ensures accuracy of information, documents, deliverables, and forecasts provided to client.
• Resolves complex zoning and/or permitting issues.
• Acts as an expediter in ability to decrease turnaround times from submittal to receipt.
• Negotiates ground lease terms and utility easements with landowners.
• Work safely and independently.
• Full Profit & Loss responsibility.
• Travel required between 25-50%.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree from a recognized program, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of experience leading and scaling teams 10+ years of telecommunications permitting experience, including both right of way and leasing experience Ability to understand zoning codes and real estate documents Ability to read and comprehend legal documents such as surveys, ground leases, easements, deeds, land purchase contracts, mortgages, title policies, subordination, and CAD drawings Excellent organizational, planning skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks Demonstrated knowledge in basic project management principles Ability to set strategy and execute it on-time Ability to read and negotiate contracts Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines Strong interpersonal, communication and written skills Strong knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, and Power Point Familiar using/navigating within industry standard GIS systems Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements.

Compensation

• $92,800.00 - $127,600.00
• Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.
• Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being.
• We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair. Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Link to: https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

We're a diversified construction company, made up of teams of people who are proven in their industries. All working to design, build, transport, operate, and maintain projects all over North America. But we believe that projects are about more than concrete and steel. They're about people and the power of partnerships. Partnerships with our employees, our communities, our contractors and clients. We believe in building trust in the places where we do business—whether that’s by engaging honestly, by giving back, by putting safety first, or by looking for smarter, more sustainable ways to get the job done right.