Senior Site Delivery & Infrastructure Manager

About Manna

Manna is transforming suburban deliveries through autonomous aviation. Our mission is to make lightning-fast deliveries affordable, sustainable, and safe through our in-house designed and built drone technology.

As we expand into new markets globally, we're looking for exceptional people who thrive in fast-moving environments and enjoy solving complex operational challenges.

The Role

We are looking for a Senior Site Delivery & Infrastructure Manager to lead the delivery of Manna's physical infrastructure across new and existing launch markets.

This role owns the end-to-end site delivery process from initial site assessment and lease readiness through construction, utilities, contractor management, commissioning and operational handover.

You will be responsible for ensuring sites are delivered safely, efficiently, on budget and on schedule while managing multiple projects simultaneously across different geographies.

This is a US based role with regular travel to launch markets across the USA to establish local delivery relationships, oversee critical infrastructure works and ensure projects are executed to Manna standards.

What You'll Do

Site Delivery & Project Management

• Lead multiple site delivery projects simultaneously from site shortlist through operational handover
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets and risk registers
• Identify blockers, dependencies and critical path activities while driving projects to completion
• Provide clear reporting on project status, risks, costs and launch readiness

Site Assessment & Lease Readiness

• Conduct detailed assessments of shortlisted locations to determine buildability and operational suitability
• Develop practical site layouts and infrastructure plans
• Identify access constraints, utility requirements, permitting needs and landlord considerations
• Partner with Commercial and Legal teams to ensure lease agreements support operational delivery requirements

Infrastructure Delivery

• Manage all physical infrastructure works including utilities, electrical, communications, lighting, fencing, security systems, signage and containerised infrastructure
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, consultants and owner's representatives
• Develop scopes of work, evaluate quotations and manage contractor performance
• Oversee commissioning, testing and final handover activities

Utilities, Permits & Regulatory Coordination

• Own the delivery of utility connections including power and communications
• Coordinate with local authorities, utility providers and inspection bodies
• Track permit applications, approvals and compliance requirements through to completion
• Manage critical-path infrastructure dependencies to avoid launch delays

Logistics & Operational Readiness

• Coordinate equipment deliveries, storage arrangements, staging locations and inventory allocation
• Ensure infrastructure, tools, parts and operational equipment arrive on schedule
• Develop temporary infrastructure solutions when required to support launch timelines
• Support transition from project delivery into live operations

Cost Management & Standardisation

• Maintain accurate site delivery budgets and cost forecasts
• Track contractor spend, utility connection costs, logistics costs and infrastructure investments
• Work closely with Finance to manage approvals, invoicing and budget controls
• Develop repeatable delivery standards, templates, site packs and handover documentation to improve scalability

What We're Looking For

Required Experience

• Significant experience delivering physical infrastructure or site rollout projects
• Experience in sectors such as telecommunications, EV charging, retail rollout, logistics, industrial facilities, construction, utilities or similar infrastructure environments
• Proven track record managing multiple concurrent projects with external stakeholders
• Experience working with landlords, utility providers, local authorities, contractors and consultants
• Strong contractor management and supplier oversight experience
• Experience managing project budgets, quotations, change control and delivery schedules
• Full clean driver's licence
• Willingness to travel regularly to support site delivery activities

Preferred Experience

• Experience standardising repeatable site delivery processes and templates
• Experience delivering outdoor infrastructure or safety-critical facilities
• Experience with utility connections, EV charging infrastructure, telecom compounds or containerised infrastructure
• Experience working across multiple countries or international project environments
• Experience with logistics, freight forwarding, customs processes or equipment deployment

Skills & Attributes

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Practical and hands-on approach to problem solving
• Strong project management and stakeholder management capabilities
• Excellent contractor and supplier management skills
• Ability to assess sites and quickly identify critical delivery risks
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Able to balance schedule, cost, quality, safety and operational requirements
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Why Join Manna?

• Be part of one of the world's most advanced drone delivery operations
• Play a key role in launching and scaling operations globally
• Work with cutting-edge autonomous aviation technology
• Join a fast-growing company shaping the future of logistics
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career growth opportunities within an expanding international business
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Manna is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.