Associate

Job Title: Data Center Acquisitions Associate Reports To: President & CEO Company Overview We are an institutionally backed high‑growth data center platform founded and operated by a team of industry veterans with over 20+ years of experience in developing, acquiring, and operating world‑class data center facilities. With 3 GW of hyperscale campuses under control. Our mission is to deliver next‑generation digital infrastructure solutions that power the future of cloud, AI, and enterprise computing. Role Summary We are seeking a Data Center Acquisitions Associate (2–5 years’ experience) to underwrite, diligence, and close hyperscale development sites. This is a hands‑on financial modeling + transaction execution role within a lean, high‑output team. Exceptional performers will be fast‑tracked to Director/VP‑level responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain pro forma models for 100–300+ MW campuses Run sensitivity analyses and complex waterfall structures (JV promotes, preferred equity, etc.) Calculate internal rates of return (IRR) and equity multiples for ICA partners Evaluate power, fiber, land use, zoning, entitlements, and expansion potential Coordinate LOIs, PSAs, and closing deliverables with brokers, utilities, and attorneys Track permits, zoning hearings, civil consultants, and due diligence timelines Utility & Interconnection Negotiate interconnection, substation, and transformer agreements with providers (Oncor, Dominion, APS, SRP, etc.) Manage RFPs and deliverables from architects, engineers, and GCs Investment Materials Prepare investment memos, pitch decks, and diligence binders for capital partners Support JV structuring, partnership models, and draw schedules through closing Required Experience 2–5 years experience in data center development, infrastructure acquisitions, and real estate experience Direct experience underwriting powered land or hyperscale sites (300 MW+ campuses a plus) Advanced Excel – must build waterfall structures from scratch and run sensitivities under tight deadlines Track record of closed transactions (LOIs → PSAs → closing) Existing relationships in Dallas‑area brokerage, utility, or municipal ecosystems (preferred) Ideal Background Current Associate-level candidates at top 30 data center platforms (QTS, Digital Realty, CyrusOne, Aligned, Stack, Vantage, etc.) OR Director/VP-level wizards in modeling + deal execution open to title flexibility Based in Dallas (Open to relocation) Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance, Research, and Strategy/Planning Industries: Real Estate and Data Infrastructure and Analytics #J-18808-Ljbffr