Delta Oaks Group · 2 weeks ago
Site Acquisition Specialist
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expDelta Oaks Group is seeking a Site Acquisition Specialist to support our telecommunications, fiber, renewable energy, commercial, and governmental infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will drive site identification, landowner engagement, and lease negotiation efforts, ensuring timely delivery of land rights and easements.
Civil EngineeringProfessional ServicesTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Identify and qualify prospective sites through mapping tools, public records, and field reconnaissance
Conduct detailed site-feasibility analyses, evaluating zoning, access, environmental, and utility constraints including civil design issues
Initiate and manage outreach to landowners, brokers, and property managers to secure site selection and leasing rights
Draft, review, and negotiate landowner agreements, including ground leases, option contracts, and easements
Collaborate with legal and title teams to obtain title commitments and resolve encumbrances
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of site acquisition activities. Prepare reports, summaries, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Proactively identify and address site selection challenges (including zoning and permitting, environmental, and landowner concerns). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to find creative solutions and ensure project success
Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of zoning and building review procedures including the ability to comprehend Civil/A&E/Environmental deliverables, thoroughly assessing materials for accuracy and clarity in the site acquisition process
Cultivate positive relationships with local planning departments, zoning boards, landowners, and community stakeholders. Represent the company in zoning hearings and community meetings
Work closely with internal teams to coordinate the site acquisition aspects of various industry projects. Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience securing ground leases, option agreements, and permits
Strong interpersonal skills
Thorough understanding of real-estate due diligence and regulatory requirements
Deep understanding of land acquisition workflows, property-owner negotiations, and site feasibility assessments
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Identify and qualify prospective sites through mapping tools, public records, and field reconnaissance
Conduct detailed site-feasibility analyses, evaluating zoning, access, environmental, and utility constraints including civil design issues
Initiate and manage outreach to landowners, brokers, and property managers to secure site selection and leasing rights
Draft, review, and negotiate landowner agreements, including ground leases, option contracts, and easements
Collaborate with legal and title teams to obtain title commitments and resolve encumbrances
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of site acquisition activities
Prepare reports, summaries, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Proactively identify and address site selection challenges (including zoning and permitting, environmental, and landowner concerns)
Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of zoning and building review procedures
Cultivate positive relationships with local planning departments, zoning boards, landowners, and community stakeholders
Represent the company in zoning hearings and community meetings
Work closely with internal teams to coordinate the site acquisition aspects of various industry projects
Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Microsoft Excel
Proficient in Adobe Acrobat
Proficient in ArcGIS Map Viewer
Proficient in Google Earth
Familiarity with local jurisdiction GIS systems
Experience in site acquisition, land rights, or real-estate negotiations, preferably within telecommunications, fiber, or energy sectors
Proven track record negotiating ground leases, option agreements, and easements
Demonstrated experience preparing Site Candidate Information Packages (SCIPs)
Proficient in site selection methodologies and evaluating candidate sites against technical, financial, and regulatory criteria
Familiarity with local, state, and federal land-use regulations and permitting processes
Skilled in researching and interpreting zoning districts, parcel records, title records, and GIS information for properties in various jurisdictions
Experience interpreting preliminary site plans or construction drawings depicting the development of civil related telecommunications, fiber and/or renewable energy infrastructure
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and analytical abilities
Associate degree in urban planning, construction management, project management, or a related field
Applicants without a degree and with over 5 years of applicable experience will also be given consideration
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
Delta Oaks Group
Delta Oaks Group is an engineering firm that offers civil, environmental, geotechnical, and structural services.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Cory Bauer
Co-Founder/Managing Partner
Joseph Borrelli, P.E.
Executive Vice President - Partner at Delta Oaks Group
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