Site Acquisition Manager III

Ericsson • Indianapolis, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Site Acquisition Manager III (SAM III) is a recognized leader in telecommunications site acquisition and deployment. Based in the US, this experienced-level role is accountable for all entitlement requirements across assigned sites and serves as the primary decision-maker on entitlement and pre-construction matters. The SAM III leads and mentors site acquisition teams and service providers, oversees real estate, zoning, permitting, and compliance activities, and acts as the escalation point for unresolved issues. This is an opportunity to shape strategy, drive project outcomes, and make a meaningful impact within a global technology leader operating in over 180 countries.

Requirements

• 8 to 10 years of experience in telecommunications site acquisition
• Demonstrated track record of managing diverse site acquisition deployments
• Extensive experience with Master Lease Agreement (MLA) partners and tower companies
• Strong negotiation skills and expertise in reviewing contract language
• In-depth knowledge of real estate practices, telecommunications construction processes, and LTE network design fundamentals
• Experience managing budgets with profit and loss responsibility
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Willingness to travel as required

Responsibilities

• Advise on long- and short-term site acquisition strategies across markets, regions, and disciplines (NSB, Modifications, Small Cell, etc.)
• Provide level-of-effort estimates during pre-sales and early project phases to support budget development
• Lead weekly deployment calls and deliver detailed site status reports to customers and project management teams
• Manage leasing, landlord consent, zoning, and permitting activities end-to-end
• Oversee architecture and engineering (A&E) firms in producing lease exhibits, zoning drawings, and construction drawings
• Obtain regulatory approvals (NEPA, SHPO, Phase 1, etc.) and manage the Notice to Proceed process
• Identify project risks and communicate mitigation strategies to the Project Manager and customer
• Assess service provider performance and drive continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate records in applicable databases and ensure quality audit compliance

Benefits

• Choice of three medical plan options
• Dental plan option
• Annual bonus
• 401(k) Plan with automatic 3% company contribution and matching
• Company match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay
• Company credits for basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• Company credits for short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan
• 15 days of accrued vacation
• Up to 3 personal days per year
• 11 annual holidays
• 8 hours of volunteer time
• 80 hours of sick time annually
• Up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave
• 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay
• Financial wellness programs
• Educational assistance
• Matching gifts
• Recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed