Real Estate Specialist II
Salary: $70,000–$80,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: Must be local to Houston, TX Market
Smartlink is dedicated to empowering those who are competitive and aim for the win. The company’s core values— Creating Customer Fanatics, Innovate and Create, One Team, We Are All In, and Safety Leads to Success—serves as a guide to our teams and sets the expectations for every member.
These values are the cornerstone that brings us together, consistently reminding us of our mission and guiding all our efforts. We are unabashedly competitive and driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence. Every project, every challenge, and every opportunity is met with discipline, focus, and an uncompromising commitment to succeed.
Our path to excellence begins with it, commitment, and our team’s goal of achieving customer fanatics. At Smartlink, you are empowered to make the right decisions, do your job well and bring something to the table no matter your position. This involves autonomy, responsibility, contribution, support, and growth.
This approach ensures that every team member feels valued and motivated to contribute their best, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
We look forward to having you join our TEAM if this opportunity is a great fit for you!
About the Role
We’re looking for a Real Estate Specialist II to oversee the full site-development lifecycle for wireless/telecom projects. You’ll drive search rings, qualify candidates, manage leasing, zoning, permitting, regulatory approvals, and coordinate handoffs to construction. This role owns each assigned site from start to finish—ensuring accuracy, compliance, schedule integrity, and clear communication with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
At Smartlink, our core values—Creating Customer Fanatics, Innovate and Create, One Team, We Are All In, and Safety Leads to Success—guide everything we do. We win together, focus relentlessly on excellence, and empower every team member to make an impact.
What You’ll Do
- Identify and qualify viable properties for antenna installation; prepare detailed site candidate reports.
- Prepare and submit SCIPs for client approval.
- Research zoning codes, ordinances, and regulatory requirements affecting site development.
- Complete leasing packages and all required documentation.
- Coordinate with engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams to meet technical and schedule requirements.
- Provide accurate site updates and milestone forecasts to Project Managers.
- Prepare and submit jurisdictional permitting applications.
- Negotiate leases, amendments, and purchase agreements with property owners.
- Coordinate construction handoffs and ensure site readiness.
- Maintain schedules, budgets, and proper site documentation.
- Support modifications to approved sites as needed.
- Conduct detailed file audits and prepare lease abstracts.
- Act as the primary liaison between clients and internal leadership for site status updates.
- Update internal and client databases with accurate site information.
- Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency.
- Uphold Smartlink’s values and maintain professional, ethical standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication; excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Ability to adapt quickly in changing environments.
- Strong decision-making, confidentiality, and judgment skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to understand leasing/construction documents and relevant laws.
Education & Experience
- Experience in telecommunications and/or commercial real estate preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
Physical Requirements
- Primarily sedentary work with occasional light exertion (up to 10 lbs).
- Indoor office environment.
Travel Requirements
- Moderate local travel (<50%) expected.
We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer.