Site Acquisition Manager

Company: Diamond Communications
Location: Delray Beach
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Summary: The Site Acquisition Manager is primarily responsible for leading and developing an in-office team of Junior Site Acquisition Specialists, ensuring they are trained, supported, and fully equipped to meet project goals. This role focuses on supervising daily workflow, improving acquisition processes, monitoring progress, and maintaining high performance across the team. While the manager may assist with complex site acquisition tasks when needed, their core responsibility is to oversee team operations, provide guidance, and ensure consistent quality and compliance throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Essential Functions: Team Leadership & Development Manage, coach, and support an in-office team of Junior Site Acquisition Specialists. Deliver training on site selection, zoning, negotiation strategies, documentation standards, and stakeholder communication. Ensure team utilization, productivity, and alignment with project goals. Develop tracking tools to monitor progress, identify risks, and maintain project visibility. Site Acquisition & Due Diligence Conduct and oversee candidate assessments, including leasing viability, land?use restrictions, jurisdictional considerations, and permitting requirements. Negotiate leases, amendments, and easements with property owners while maintaining positive long-term landlord relationships. Draft, review, and proof transaction documents for accuracy before legal review. Evaluate title reports (ownership, encumbrances, easements) and recommend leasing paths or resolutions. Regulatory, Zoning & Permitting Research zoning and permitting requirements for each jurisdiction and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. Prepare and submit zoning, permitting, and collocation applications; oversee the process through jurisdictional approval and Notice to Proceed (NTP). Respond to jurisdictional inquiries and coordinate additional supporting documentation as required. Interface with municipalities, HOAs, design review boards, and community groups; present project details at public or landlord meetings. Vendor Management & Coordination Direct external vendors, including environmental firms, architectural & engineering teams, surveyors, drafting technicians, and title search providers. Ensure vendor deliverables meet requirements and are completed within established timelines and budgets. Monitor project schedules, identify potential delays, and drive corrective actions. Project Management & Reporting Manage multiple concurrent site acquisition projects, balancing deadlines and priorities. Maintain accurate project documentation, including site candidate packages, lease documents, permit logs, and milestone trackers. Provide regular reporting to senior management, including KPI dashboards, risk assessments, and schedule updates. Ensure data integrity within all project tracking systems and internal databases. Additional Responsibilities Verify or obtain Enhanced 911 addressing as required. Support special projects or initiatives as assigned. Travel to sites, jurisdictions, or meetings as needed. Perform additional duties as assigned. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws. Requirements Required skills and qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Minimum four (4) years of telecommunications industry experience, preferably in wireless site acquisition, permitting, or land development. Strong understanding of leasing, real estate principles, zoning regulations, and land?use processes. Ability to read and interpret legal, real estate, and technical documents, including surveys, leases, easements, deeds, title policies, and construction drawings. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and project tracking tools. Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and current registration with the ability to travel as needed. Preferred skills and qualifications: Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Strong project management capabilities with experience leading multiple concurrent projects. Experience supervising or training junior site acquisition staff. Familiarity with telecom regulatory standards and local government approval processes. Strong analytical and problem?solving skills with attention to detail. Benefits What We Offer: Diamond provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes: Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision) Retirement Plans with Company match Vacation Days Personal Days Floating Holidays Paid Holidays Life Insurance Disability Insurance & More! Work Environment: Traditional office work environment. Diamond Communications is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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