Site Acquisition Specialist I

AECOM; Greenville (SC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Greenville, SC is seeking a Site Acquisition Specialist to identify, evaluate, and secure commercial/industrial sites. You will coordinate with title companies, attorneys, and interdisciplinary teams to move parcels from search to development.

The role emphasizes strong negotiation, parcel research, and client coordination; a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required, and real estate experience or license is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or demonstrated equivalency of experience.
• Title and property research experience preferred.
• Strong negotiation and client coordination skills; real estate license a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research parcel data and assess development potential.
• Review title and property information for accuracy.
• Coordinate and negotiate with property owners.
• Communicate with title companies and attorneys.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams on projects.
• Identify parcels with favorable zoning and development conditions.
• Email or call property owners to identify interested parties.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Client coordination

Real estate knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArcGIS

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Site Acquisition Specialist with a passion for driving results to join our high-performance team. Our site acquisition group finds and acquires commercial/industrial sites, and takes those through design, permitting and construction of new facilities for our clients. Our team prides themselves on being fun, driven, respectful, cooperative, and committed to excellence.

In this role, the Site Acquisition Specialist will have the following responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Research parcel data
• Review title and property information
• Coordinate and negotiate with property owners
• Communicate with title companies and Attorneys
• Coordinate with other interdisciplinary teams
• Identify parcels within search areas with permitted zoning and favorable development conditions
• Email/call property owners to identify interested parties for land acquisition

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education (i.e. Associate's Degree + 2 years of experience or High School Diploma or Equivalent + 4 years of relevant experience)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Title and property research experience
• Land development or real estate experience
• Negotiation skills
• Real Estate License would be a plus
• Exposure to ArcGIS
• Client coordination experience
• Experience partnering with Attorneys
• MS Office proficiency
• Ability to work within a fast-paced team to meet client deadlines

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $60000 to $80000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10159073

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 60000 - USD 80000 - yearly