Principal Engineer, Network Real Estate

Verizon

. Serve as the lead acquisition subject matter expert for end-to-end site acquisition, due diligence, and execution of fee-simple land purchases and ground leases for ILA facilities along long-haul routes .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $107,000 - $205,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in site acquisition, real estate negotiations, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on environmental due diligence and community engagement. Proven ability to lead complex projects, manage vendor relationships, and navigate municipal processes effectively.

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Site Acquisition ExpertiseReal Estate Contract NegotiationEnvironmental Compliance KnowledgeRegulatory Application ManagementCommunity Outreach Strategy Development

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Hard Skills

Site AcquisitionReal Estate NegotiationEnvironmental Due DiligenceZoning Code NavigationRegulatory ComplianceContract ManagementApplication TrackingRisk Mitigation FrameworksTitle ClearanceLong-Term Ground Leases

Soft Skills

Exceptional Negotiation SkillsAnalytical SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationMaster's Degree in Real Estate or Planning

Industry Keywords

Telecom Site AcquisitionNEPAPhase I/II Environmental Site AssessmentsMunicipal ZoningLand-Use PlanningCommunity EngagementLong-Haul Fiber RoutesOSP CorridorsVariance BoardsConditional Use Permitting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the lead acquisition subject matter expert for end-to-end site acquisition, due diligence, and execution of fee-simple land purchases and ground leases for ILA facilities along long-haul routes
Structure and negotiate complex real estate agreements, ground leases, purchase contracts, and easement access with private landowners, commercial entities, and municipalities
Direct environmental due diligence, including NEPA, Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, SHPO/tribal reviews, and related assessments
Navigate municipal zoning, land-use planning, and special/conditional use permits
Analyze, interpret, monitor, prepare, review, and track federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and applications
Represent Verizon in discussions with municipalities, planning commissions, and civic authorities
Develop and execute community outreach strategies to educate stakeholders and secure land-use approvals
Oversee turnkey site acquisition firms, environmental consultants, surveyors, and title companies for quality, engineering compliance, and timelines
Establish workflows, templates, and compliance guidelines for network real estate acquisitions and regulatory processes
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and governance across external vendors and internal project teams without direct people-management responsibilities
Solve technical and real estate obstacles and deliver high-quality, compliant AI infrastructure outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience
Six or more years of relevant work experience as an individual contributor in network real estate, telecom site acquisition, land negotiations, or regulatory compliance
Deep subject matter expertise in commercial real estate contract negotiation, title clearance, land purchases, and long-term ground leases
Extensive hands-on experience navigating municipal zoning codes, land-use approvals, variance boards, and conditional use permitting processes
Thorough technical understanding of environmental compliance, including NEPA, Phase I/Phase II ESAs, wetlands/floodplain assessments, and SHPO reviews as needed
Demonstrated experience preparing, submitting, and tracking applications with regulatory authorities
Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time
A valid driver’s license
Master’s degree or specialized professional real estate/planning credential preferred as an “even better” qualification
Direct experience securing real estate, ILA, or PoP sites along long-haul fiber routes or OSP corridors
PMP certification or equivalent credentials
Experience managing outside legal, site acquisition, and environmental vendor partners on multi-regional infrastructure projects
Experience presenting at public hearings, zoning boards of adjustment, and municipal city council meetings
Ability to create standard operating procedures, compliance checklists, and risk mitigation frameworks for large-scale engineering rollouts
Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and written/verbal communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Basic life insurance
Supplemental life insurance
AD&D insurance
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Group home and auto insurance
Matched 401(k) savings plan
Up to 8 company-paid holidays per year
Up to 6 personal days per year
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Other incentives
Potential premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, and allowances
Up to 15 days of vacation per year for newly hired employees, increasing with additional service
Hybrid work arrangement with work from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office