Project Manager of Long Haul Site Acquisition and Permitting

Company Description Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises. Position Overview The Project Manager, LH Site Acquisition and Permitting reports to the Manager of LH Site Acquisition and Permitting and is responsible for managing the end-to-end delivery of site acquisition, due diligence, design coordination, and permitting for ILA (Intermediate Line Amplifier) facilities. This role ensures sites are secured, vetted, and permitted in alignment with program schedules, budgets, and company standards. Key Responsibilities Site Acquisition Identify potential sites for ILA deployment in alignment with network planning requirements Support and lead negotiations for land purchases and lease agreements Coordinate preparation and execution of acquisition documents Develop and maintain site acquisition trackers and status updates Prepare deal summaries and support internal approval processes Due Diligence & Design Coordination Manage site due diligence activities including: Title review Surveys Zoning and land use analysis Environmental assessments Utility availability Coordinate with engineering and construction teams on site layout and constructability Ensure site designs align with company standards and jurisdictional requirements Permitting Manage the permitting process across local, state, and federal jurisdictions Prepare and submit permit applications Track permit status and proactively manage timelines Coordinate responses to agency comments and resubmittals Engage with jurisdictions and stakeholders to facilitate approvals Program Execution Manage project schedules, budgets, and forecasts for assigned sites Provide regular status updates including risks, issues, and mitigation plans Support weekly and monthly program reporting (KPIs/KGPs) Ensure compliance with company standards, processes, and documentation requirements Vendor & Stakeholder Management Coordinate and manage vendors including site acquisition firms, environmental consultants, and permitting specialists Ensure vendor performance aligns with expectations and contract requirements Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, construction, legal, and finance teams Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate , Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or related field (or equivalent experience) Three to seven (3–7) years of experience in site acquisition, permitting, or infrastructure deployment Experience with land use, zoning, and permitting processes Experience supporting land purchase or lease negotiations Familiarity with telecom or infrastructure projects preferred Environmental permitting experience is a plus Skills & Competencies Project management and organization Negotiation and coordination skills Strong communication and stakeholder management Ability to manage multiple sites/projects simultaneously Problem-solving and risk mitigation Attention to detail and documentation accuracy Success Metrics: Site acquisition cycle time Permitting cycle time On-time delivery of sites to construction Budget adherence at the project level Reduction in permitting resubmittals Quality and completeness of site documentation at handoff Estimated base salary range: $77,100 - $118,600 USD/annually The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan. Additionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off. The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled. Benefits, Rewards & Wellness Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave Zayo is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.