Site Acquisition Manager III
About The Position
As a Site Acquisition Manager – Market Lead at Ericsson, you will oversee the site acquisition strategy and execution for your market. You will lead both the internal SAQ team and external vendors, serving as the primary point of contact for the customer. Your responsibilities include ensuring timely and accurate site acquisition to support wireless network deployments. The role demands strong leadership, vendor management, and customer relationship skills to meet aggressive timelines and high-quality standards. You will join a dedicated, collaborative SAQ team committed to delivering on customer objectives and enabling successful network deployments.
Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in site acquisition or related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Business, Real Estate, Project Management, or related).
- Proven leadership experience managing internal teams and vendors in wireless network projects.
- Expertise in leasing and negotiation, zoning and permitting processes, building permits, EME clearance, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong project management capabilities and ability to meet aggressive deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with large-scale wireless network deployments and familiarity with Ericsson tools and processes are preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the internal SAQ team and external vendors, ensuring adherence to Ericsson processes and customer expectations.
- Own the customer relationship for SAQ in your market, providing clear, proactive communication and reporting to leadership and stakeholders.
- Drive end-to-end site acquisition activities, including audits, RFDS review, SOW preparation, and coordination with A&E services.
- Oversee regulatory approvals, landlord consents, and zoning submissions.
- Ensure timely handoff of NTP to the delivery team and assist with site access and design modifications.
- Monitor team and vendor performance, resolve acquisition-related issues, and enforce quality standards.
- Prepare and deliver progress reports, attend coordination meetings, and manage risk, budget, and schedule throughout the project lifecycle.
Benefits
- Choice of three medical plan options
- Dental plan option
- Company credits towards medical and dental premiums
- 401(k) Plan with automatic 3% company contribution
- Ericsson 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
