Real Estate Development Manager

Real Estate Development ManagerAs a Real Estate Development Manager (REDM), you act as the CEO of your development projects. You will own end-to-end delivery of EV infrastructure sites — from acquisitions and permitting to design, construction, energization, and stabilization. Your work will directly enable Smart Infra to scale rapidly and meet the charging demands of thousands of EVs across our network. This role is for a true builder: someone who thrives in ambiguity, solves complex operational challenges, and delivers high-quality, technically complex sites at speed.What you'll doLead the full lifecycle of EV infrastructure development projects: site selection, acquisitions, design, permitting, construction, utilities coordination, commissioning, and launch.Build and execute detailed project plans that balance speed, cost, electrical requirements, grid capacity, and operational readiness.Own cross-functional communication across Construction, Engineering, Grid/Utility teams, Finance, and Operations to drive alignment and unblock critical path items.Navigate permits, AHJ requirements, zoning, environmental compliance, and state/local regulations related to EV infrastructure.Negotiate and draft LOIs for site acquisition, leases, and purchase agreements.Partner with utility providers to secure power availability, transformer upgrades, and timely energization.Analyze technical and financial data to forecast project health, anticipate issues, and present decisive recommendations to leadership.Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of development professionals who can deliver multiple sites simultaneously.Build scalable processes and playbooks to support rapid expansion across multiple markets.What we're looking forExperience10–15 years of real estate development or technical infrastructure development7–10 years domain experience in one or more: EV charging, electrical infrastructure, data centers, industrial facilities, logistics, energy, or high-power commercial development5–7 years managing teams or leading complex cross-functional project groupsIdeal BackgroundExperience in ANY of the following is highly valuableEV charging infrastructure, transportation electrification, utility-scale or distributed energy projectsCommercial real estate, technical building development, industrial/warehouse build-outsLife sciences, data centers, hospital/hotel, or other regulated high-load environmentsBuild foundational infrastructure for the future of transportationHigh-ownership culture where your work directly impacts growth and reliabilityOperate at the intersection of real estate, engineering, energy, and mobilityA mission-driven environment obsessed with speed, quality, and impactCore CompetenciesAnalytical Decision-MakingLarge-scale Project ManagementElectrical/Infrastructure Understanding (EV charging, utilities, capacity planning)Cross-functional LeadershipStakeholder & Vendor ManagementDetail Orientation & High-Velocity ExecutionStrong knowledge of local/state permitting, zoning, and development regulationsWhy join usAt Atoms, you'll work on one of the defining challenges of our time—bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what's known and building what doesn't yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it's grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together. Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team—so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow.What else you need to knowThis role is based in our San Francisco office. Atoms is a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.The base salary range for this role is $182,000 - $214,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.Pet insurance discount.401(k).Health Savings Account (HSA)Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)Time Off policies:Discretionary vacation days8 paid holidays per yearPaid sick timePaid Bereavement leavePaid Parental LeaveBenefits are subject to change at the company's discretion. Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.