National Site Acquisition Manager

About the Role
 

The National Site Acquisition Manager will lead and manage the property-related aspects of our mobile network deployment projects across multiple client programs.
 

Reporting to the National SAED Manager, you will oversee a dedicated team of property specialists, manage internal and external resources, and ensure the successful delivery of property components within the project scope.

This role will play a critical role in setting up governance frameworks, ensuring adherence to client guidelines, and negotiating and finalising lease agreements and other property-related documentation. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a large portfolio of sites, manage complex property issues, and drive innovative solutions while delivering commercial outcomes for our clients.
 

This role can be based in any major city of Australia. 

Key Responsibilities
 

• Oversee property delivery across client programs, managing a team of 10 property specialists.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the property team to ensure high performance.
• Ensure cost recovery, on-time delivery, and budget adherence for property functions.
• Develop and implement Site Acquisition Quality Management Plans for projects.
• Ensure compliance with client guidelines, legislation, and best practices in lease negotiations and co-location processing.
• Manage the full lifecycle of property acquisition, from site selection to securing approvals and legal documentation.
• Negotiate favourable lease terms and renewals within client parameters.
• Manage governance for external property partners and legal providers.
• Report progress to senior managers and project teams, ensuring accurate milestone forecasting and issue resolution.
• Drive innovative negotiation strategies for optimal commercial outcomes.

About You
 

• Tertiary qualifications recognised by the Australian Property Institute.
• At least 10 years’ direct work experience in wireless telecommunications property acquisition industry.
• Direct experience in wireless telecommunications property acquisition, with a focus on lease negotiation and management.
• Proven experience in people management and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of commercial lease negotiation, particularly in the mobile telecommunications sector.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office and mapping software.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits

Ventia have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more, we also offer the following:

• A flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter.
• We take our people's careers seriously, helping them to learn and grow.
• There's nothing more important to us than keeping our people and the public safe.
• We look after each other and foster our people's wellbeing.

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

Position Reference Number: 162626

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