Manager, Site Acquisition & Documentation (SAQ) at IHS Towers

About the Job

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops SAQ reporting strategy for project. Maintain SAQ database with lease and purchase benchmarks
• Develop market intelligence, report the same to Line and Functional Manager and define strategy to meet the challenges
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality
• Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results
• Provide mentoring to all subordinates
• Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
• Ensure all teams are practicing the principles of collaboration, prioritization, team accountability and visibility
• Provide input into landlord discussions with Legal/ Community Relations as required
• Accountable for all SAQ activities between Site Allocation and ITP issuance and to support through the lifecycle of the site build up to final acceptance
• Accountable for the determination of the quality control management program and implementing the program within the responsibility of site acquisition
• Ensure that the set targets are achieved within the defined timelines and periodical review for the assigned location
• Provide accurate and concise reports and data for all sites acquired and in progress in the assigned location
• Support SBC to acquire difficult locations and advise Senior Manager, Capital Projects on possible solutions to these sites
• Supports with the budgeting, supervision and delivery of sites under acquisition
• Perform risk management on site acquisition
• Ensure SBCs compliance with all Legal/Regulatory rules. Follow up and track submittals of all required permits (environmental, council, aviation, agriculture, etc.)
• Oversees the activities of the SAQ & Documentation team
• Provides feedback and focus to all team members
• Serves as a change management agent representing the Rollout Organization with the SAQ functional team and responsibilities
• Guide and coach junior or new members in the SAQ team
• Present new ideas and cash flow strategies to management and other stakeholders for the benefit of the business
• Liaise closely with other Business Units to ensure accurate and robust budget monitoring against project plans.
• Track, check, and confirm all sites are with corresponding complete C-modules. (drawings, certificates, permits, payment receipts, etc.)
• Provide cost analysis for all sites acquired in the assigned location. Support efforts geared towards the reduction of OPEX, and CAPEX spends by the business around SAQ
• Monitor the process of notification or escalation is in place to report on both underspend and potential overspend with appropriate approvals sought for either situation
• Track and monitor benefits realisation against planned targets
• Write and submit reports to the BTS Manager on all matters relating to the SAQ unit.

Qualification and Experience Required

• 1st degree in Telecommunication Engineering or related discipline
• Master’s degree in an engineering or related field and/ or an MBA would be advantageous
• Professional certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 would be advantageous
• Upwards of 14 years’ experience in Telecoms Program management
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Business management or relevant discipline.
• Post graduate qualification is desirable
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in similar position