Executive Director, Site Development & Construction Services

SBA Communications • Boca Raton, FL

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About The Position

The Executive Director will lead SBA's Site Development and Construction Services divisions across the U.S., with full P&L accountability and a mandate to drive profitable growth, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. This leader will be responsible for financial strategy, team leadership, and market expansion, ensuring SBA remains the first-choice provider in the industry. At SBA, every team member matters and is essential to our organization. The Executive Director must foster an inclusive, high-performance culture that enables collaboration, agility, and innovation while supporting customer objectives with informed financial discipline. This individual will work cross-functionally with executive leadership, sales, operations, and corporate teams to drive material business growth and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field required.
• MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of leadership experience in telecom, real estate infrastructure, construction services, or a related industry.
• Proven track record of P&L ownership, delivering material business growth while maintaining financial discipline.
• Experience leading large, diverse teams in complex matrix organizations, ensuring inclusivity and collaboration at all levels.
• Exceptional executive presence, communication skills, and customer engagement capabilities.
• Strong ability to analyze financial data, operational performance, and market trends to drive strategic decisions.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, engaged, and high-performing team culture.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage P&L, ensuring profitable growth and sound financial performance.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to ensure financial targets are met.
• Optimize cost structures and resource allocation to improve margins and efficiency.
• Develop and track KPIs that align with business growth and operational success.
• Drive new business development initiatives and strengthen existing customer partnerships.
• Work cross-functionally with sales and business development teams to position SBA for long-term success.
• Develop and implement scalable, high-value service offerings that align with market demand.
• Act as a trusted escalation point for customers, ensuring service excellence and responsiveness.
• Mentor, develop, and retain top talent, ensuring leaders and team members have the resources and opportunities to grow.
• Ensure all team members are engaged and included in key initiatives, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared success.
• Establish a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and leadership development.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration to align teams toward common business goals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing insights that shape long-term strategy.
• Represent SBA in industry forums, customer meetings, and internal leadership discussions with professionalism and credibility.
• Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends, financial performance, and market dynamics to drive informed decision-making.
• Foster an environment of inclusion and integrity, ensuring leadership decisions reflect SBA's values and Cultural Code.
• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Real Estate
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees