Site Development Manager

Avery Duke

  • Newark, NJ
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
The Site Development Manager plays a critical role in the end-to-end development of new cellular tower site locations across the Eastern United States. Based in our New Jersey office, you will oversee the full project lifecycle—from permitting and zoning to tower construction and carrier integration—remotely managing activities and teams across various locations to ensure the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects.Essential Functions:
  • Oversee and coordinate all aspects of site development for wireless tower projects, including permitting, zoning, construction, and equipment integration.
  • Remotely manage vendors, contractors, and professionals across multiple disciplines to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion.
  • Maintain positive working relationships with host property owners throughout the installation process.
  • Act as the primary liaison with wireless Carrier clients to ensure compliance with project timelines, technical specifications, and customer expectations.
  • Support and collaborate with internal departments, including engineering, logistics, and technical teams.
  • Manage up to 50 separate projects per year, ensuring each is delivered on time and within budget.
  • Resolve contractual, resource, and scheduling issues as needed to meet project goals.
  • Provide regular status updates and reports to senior leadership on project performance and risk management.
  • 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:
  • Proven experience in wireless tower development and project management, particularly with raw land site builds.
  • Solid understanding of tower construction, permitting, zoning processes, and equipment installation.
  • Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects remotely.
  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, capable of managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and project management tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain client satisfaction and deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to travel within designated region roughly 30% of the time by car or commercial airline.
Preferred skills and qualifications:
  • Prior experience working with a wireless tower developer or tower owner/operator.
  • Background in engineering or construction management.
  • Field construction experience is a strong advantage.
  • Familiarity with wireless carrier requirements and integration procedures.
  • PMP certification or formal project management training.

Avery Duke