Site Acquisition Specialist 1

Overview

We are seeking a proactive Wireless Site Acquisition Specialist to join our team in shaping the infrastructure that powers modern telecommunications. In this role, you will identify, evaluate, and secure sites for wireless facilities, navigating zoning, permitting, and lease negotiations to bring projects to life. You’ll collaborate closely with engineers, construction teams, legal advisors, and local authorities to ensure site viability and regulatory compliance, while representing the company in formal hearings and community meetings. This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on network expansion and requires a motivated professional with strong negotiation skills, real estate and wireless leasing experience, and the ability to travel to sites and municipalities as needed.

What Will You Do

• Provide site identification, qualification, and lease negotiation services for wireless telecommunications facilities

• Conduct due diligence on potential sites, including zoning, access, construction feasibility, and RF suitability

• Negotiate lease agreements, amendments, and renewals with property owners in accordance with carrier and company standards

• Prepare, submit, and present permit and zoning applications for wireless telecommunication sites to municipalities and planning authorities

• Make formal presentations at zoning hearings, planning board meetings, and public hearings to obtain required approvals

• Read, interpret, and apply zoning codes, land use regulations, and permitting requirements

• Collaborate with RF engineers, construction managers, legal teams, and project stakeholders to ensure site viability and compliance

• Maintain strong working knowledge of RF design basics, construction processes, site search criteria, and local land use planning issues

• Ensure compliance with real estate acquisition and leasing principles; wireless telecom leasing experience strongly preferred

• Maintain accurate project documentation, tracking site status, deliverables, and timelines

• Travel to sites and municipalities as needed; must have a personal, reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, insurance, and acceptable driving record

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

What You Will Need

• 2+ years of experience in Site Acquisition; wireless industry experience is a plus

• Demonstrated understanding of cell site zoning principles; zoning experience within the wireless telecommunications industry preferred

• Prior experience in wireless site deployment and rollout processes

• Proven ability to negotiate and manage real estate transactions (leases, easements, amendments, etc.)

• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills to interface with landlords, municipalities, internal teams, and clients

• Ability to self-manage workload and deliverables with minimal supervision while meeting strict timelines

• Willingness and flexibility to work irregular hours, including occasional evenings and weekends as needed

• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit at a computer workstation and work for prolonged periods; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Position TypeThis is a full-time position. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Expected compensation includes $60,000-$90,000 annual salary and benefits including medical, vision, and dental benefits, and 401k retirement plan available for eligible employees. Compensation offered may vary depending on factors such as an individual’s education, training, experience, skills, geographic location, seniority, merit, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need.

AAP/EEO Statement: 

Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Who We AreAt Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading critical infrastructure across North America. Our technicians, engineers, and professional staff bring unmatched expertise to each job, working as a team to deliver consistent, exceptional results. That’s why Fortune 500 clients choose Centerline again and again for a wide range of projects.

With demand for connectivity at an all-time high, Centerline’s opportunities for growth are limitless — and so are yours. We’re committed to fostering your professional advancement and supporting your career journey.

We look for team members who demonstrate our core values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, and Reliability. Our values are key to our team’s success and driving everyone to reach their full potential. As a member of our winning team, you’ll receive comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision — plus a 401(k) plan, referral bonuses, and generous PTO. 

Join us today. Together, we’re building a better network.