Diamond Communications

Analyzing workflows, designing process improvements, and providing operational insights. | Strong background in process analysis, data-driven decision making, and cross-functional collaboration, but lacking specific telecommunications or site acquisition experience. | Summary: The Senior Site Acquisition Specialist is responsible for overseeing the site acquisition process for wireless communication facilities and related wireless equipment. This includes preparing candidate information reports, negotiating leases and easements, reviewing legal transaction documents, and managing zoning and permitting applications. The specialist will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to ensure compliance and timely completion of projects. This position requires a deep understanding of telecommunications industry practices, site acquisition processes, and local jurisdictional regulations. The ideal candidate will be a skilled negotiator and communicator, with significant experience in the field of site acquisition and permitting. Essential Functions: Prepare candidate information reports detailing leasing, permitting, and land use viability for potential wireless communication sites. Negotiate leases and easements with property owners to secure land rights for wireless communication installations. Draft and proof recordable transaction documents, including leases, easements, and other legal documents, for review by the legal department. Review title reports to identify ownership, encumbrances, easements, and other relevant factors, and provide recommendations regarding the viability of the leasing opportunity. Interview zoning and permitting personnel to gather jurisdictional approval requirements for the installation of wireless communication facilities and related equipment. Supervise or direct external vendor partners, such as environmental engineers, architectural & engineering firms, title search firms, and other professionals to ensure that transactions close within defined timeframes. Prepare and submit zoning and permitting applications, tracking their progress and ensuring that they meet all local regulatory requirements. Monitor application progress and assist with any jurisdictional requests for additional information or documentation during the review process. Manage the collocation application process, guiding it through the Notice to Proceed (NTP) phase. Represent the company at meetings with landlords, jurisdictions, homeowners’ associations (HOA), design review boards, and neighborhood groups to address concerns and ensure compliance with requirements. Verify and obtain Enhanced 911 addressing, ensuring that all relevant addresses meet regulatory standards. Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned, based on company needs or project scope. Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws while carrying out all responsibilities. Other Willingness to travel 20–40% of the time for site visits, meetings, and jurisdictional interactions. 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. Required skills and qualifications: Minimum 4-year degree or equivalent work experience in a relevant field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, particularly in site acquisition, permitting, and leasing processes. Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage property owners, external partners, and internal teams. Proficient in preparing transaction documents, including leases and easements, and collaborating with legal teams for document review. Solid understanding of title reports, encumbrances, and land ownership issues, and the ability to evaluate the leasing viability of properties. Knowledge of zoning and permitting processes and the ability to engage with local authorities to ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements. Experience in project management, with a focus on managing external vendors and ensuring timely execution of tasks and milestones. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, especially when handling legal and regulatory documentation. Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and current registration with the ability to travel 20-40% of the time. Preferred skills and qualifications: Experience with wireless communication facility installations, including familiarity with regulatory requirements specific to the telecommunications industry. Proficiency in preparing and managing collocation applications and facilitating the process from initiation to Notice to Proceed (NTP). Experience with Enhanced 911 addressing protocols and compliance. Knowledge of local jurisdictional requirements for zoning and permitting processes in various regions. Familiarity with community engagement processes, including working with HOA, design review boards, and neighborhood groups. Advanced project management skills, with the ability to supervise a team of internal and external vendors. Familiarity with site acquisition software and tools used to manage transactions, applications, and documents. What We Offer: Diamond provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes: Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision) Retirement Plans with Generous Company match Vacation Days Personal Days Floating Holidays Paid Holidays Life Insurance Disability Insurance & More! Work Environment: Remote work enviornment. 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.

Manage tower construction projects, review engineering analyses, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with standards. | Bachelor's degree, minimum 3 years in telecom tower industry, knowledge of tower construction, structural analysis, and project management tools. | Summary: The Manager of Engineering and Operations is responsible for managing daily engineering, construction, and operations activities related to tower assets, including new builds, structural upgrades, site maintenance, and tenant modifications. This role plays a vital part in supporting carrier deployments, maintaining asset integrity, and ensuring compliance with safety and structural standards. Essential Functions: Tower Engineering & Development Review and process structural engineering analysis for new and existing towers, modifications, and collocations (including rooftops). Manage technical evaluations related to structural loading, mount mapping, and TIA-222 compliance. Review construction drawings, CDs, as-builts, and coordinate with A&E firms and general contractors. Construction & Deployment Oversight Manage tower construction projects from planning through close-out, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and safety standards. Develop and enforce scopes of work and construction standards for internal and vendor teams. Coordinate closeout packages and project documentation for operations handoff. Oversee material tracking and vendor performance related to tower upgrades and modifications. Cross-Functional Coordination Work closely with site acquisition, sales, leasing, and legal teams to support collocations and resolve engineering issues. Assist with budgeting and forecasting of capital and operational expenses. Support technical due diligence for M&A activity and third-party partnerships. Attend internal and external meetings with carriers, vendors, municipalities, and consultants. Track and help meet departmental goals and performance metrics (KPIs). Other 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. Required skills and qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of 3 years of experience in the telecommunications tower industry. Knowledge of tower construction, structural analysis, and engineering best practices. Familiarity with TIA-222 standards and FAA/FCC regulations. Strong organizational and project coordination skills. Experience with project management and tracking systems such as Siterra, SiteTracker, Smartsheets, or OneVizion. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and deadlines. Preferred skills and qualifications: Direct experience in site acquisition processes, especially collocations. Experience with rooftop assets and in-building DAS or small cell deployments. Understanding of zoning, permitting, and environmental processes. Prior experience supporting M&A or integration activities in the telecom industry. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Technical knowledge of AutoCAD or similar drawing software. What We Offer: Targeted Salary Range: $85,000-$110,000 This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This range has been created in good faith based on information known to Diamond at the time of posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. Diamond also 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! Location: Diamond's office is in Springfield, NJ, approximately 17 miles west of New York City. The office is conveniently located close to I-78 and NJ-24. Work Environment: Traditional office work environment. Hybrid schedule: Four days in-office 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.