Senior Director of Development leading data center project integration and managing site development strategies in a company focused on sustainability.
Responsibilities
Drive power-forward development deals by identifying, structuring, and advancing projects where securing critical power infrastructure is the primary enabler for site delivery and customer commitments
Lead end-to-end site development for a portfolio of data center projects—from early diligence and site access through construction commencement—with active stakeholder engagement, risk management, and commercial oversight
Negotiate key agreements with external partners, including land acquisitions, development agreements, and other commercial contracts that support risk mitigation and project advancement
Direct cross-functional evaluation of potential sites by leading a multidisciplinary team of subject matter experts across engineering, legal, planning, and other domains
Oversee all development activities, including land use and entitlements, permitting, physical and legal due diligence, and other pre-construction workstreams
Serve as the primary liaison with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), external stakeholders, landowners, and vendors for assigned development projects
Collaborate with internal teams—including energy, fiber, finance, water & wastewater, and economic development—to identify and address key project risks and ensure long-term viability
Ensure effective project execution by working with the project manager to develop and manage budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, real estate, environmental management) and 12+ years of experience leading large-scale, complex site development projects or portfolios in the data center or commercial real estate industry
Proven track record in commercial real estate brokerage, with significant experience in the critical functions of site selection, property acquisition, and negotiation
Proven success in negotiating commercial agreements, including land control, energy, water/wastewater service, and economic development agreements
Demonstrated ability to work with external stakeholders, including authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), utilities, and economic development agencies to advance complex infrastructure projects
Strong experience leading cross-functional initiatives, with responsibility for project strategy, budgets, schedules, and risk management
Demonstrated trust-based leadership, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence outcomes without formal authority
Proficiency in environmental due diligence, permitting, and entitlements for large-scale developments
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills
Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience evaluating the feasibility and ROI of large capital investments
Benefits
Hybrid working environment
Team building and educational opportunities
Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution
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