Real Estate Development Manager

Development ManagerOur purpose at CloudHQ is to provide flexible, efficient, and resilient data center solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our growing organization was founded by the pioneer of data center REITs. CloudHQ has state-of-the-art data center sites located on two Northern Virginia campuses, as well as London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, and São Paulo, and we anticipate exponential growth over the next several years both in the US and abroad. Our company's reach is expanded through our affiliate companies – Cloud Capital, Dalian Development, and WindHQ.The Development Manager will be a critical member of the Development Team responsible for driving the regional strategy, identification, acquisition and entitlement of data center development for CloudHQ. The Development Manager will support land acquisition with site selection and due diligence, lead campus planning, entitlements and site plan design efforts through the project lifecycle to make the property Data Center Ready. In addition, they will be responsible for coordinating utilities and all other aspects of delivering the project on budget and on schedule while also ensuring alignment with corporate growth targets, timelines, and quality standards.The Development Manager will collaborate internally and externally to represent CHQ's development team and drive results. This role will lead cross-functional efforts alongside design partner teams, Sales, local and state government agencies, and other external partners, serving as a key communicator and project leader driving high-value developments for CloudHQ.Strategic Leadership & Regional GrowthDevelop and execute a strategic regional development road map aligned with corporate expansion goalsSupport the CloudHQ Land Acquisition Manager with market research within the region to identify prospective sites with strong commercial potentialEvaluate and secure high-value land opportunities for mission-critical facilities, balancing market demand, infrastructure availability, and cost considerationsPresent investment recommendations and development strategies to leadershipAct as the primary representative and spokesperson for regional development activities both internally and externallyDue Diligence & AcquisitionDirect all feasibility activities including environmental, geotechnical, zoning, and master planning studiesWork with the Infrastructure team to evaluate the existing and future utility capacityEvaluate and determine timelines and budgets for all necessary studiesNegotiate such contracts, leases, and JV agreements to secure optimal terms for the companyAuthor the acquisition memo to note strategy to closing on land, potential risks and achieve Data Center readyEntitlements, Zoning, & PermittingOversee entitlement strategy, variance requests, and zoning modificationsMaintain trusted relationships with municipal bodies, planning boards, community stakeholders, and permitting agenciesLead all efforts to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental requirementsPolicy & StrategyCultivate relationships with various stakeholders at the National, State and Local levels and champion the CloudHQ brand.Participate as the company lead for industry associations on calls, and attend in-person events.Track market trends and industry-relevant developments at a macro and micro level for markets of interest.Seek meaningful participation and leadership roles within industry-relevant organizations to expand your networks and the company's reach.Development Execution & OversightProvide end-to-end oversight for multiple simultaneous development projects from inception through handoffEstablish, monitor, and manage comprehensive project budgets, proformas, and schedulesCoordinate campus and building design in collaboration with internal design teams, consulting architects, engineers, and construction teams, ensuring constructability, operational efficiency, and sustainability goals are metDirect infrastructure planning for power, fiber, roadways, water, and stormwater systemsServe as liaison between regional development, internal business units (Construction, Operations, Finance, Sales, Accounting), and external project partnersCollaborate on customer engagement on development-related matters, ensuring seamless integration of client requirements into design and deliveryHost and lead high-level development meetings, reports, and presentationsRisk Management & ComplianceIdentify and mitigate development risks related to site conditions, entitlement timelines, market shifts, and community engagementEnsure projects adhere to corporate ESG commitments and sustainability goalsChampion innovation, process improvement, and lessons learned across the development portfolioRequirementsA bachelor's degree in Real Estate Development, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Finance, or related fieldA minimum of five (5) years of experience in large-scale commercial, industrial or mission-critical facility development, including leadership of land acquisition, entitlement, and project executionProven track record in delivering high-complexity, high-value properties on budget and on scheduleExperience with data centers, advanced manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or other highly technical facilities preferredExposure to entitlement processes, zoning, and infrastructure planningStrong financial acumen, including underwriting, capital planning, and cost controlExperienced in interactions with external stakeholders and the publicOrganizational and decision-making abilitiesStrategic thinker with the ability to manage critical detailsExceptional negotiation and contract management skillsOutstanding communication, presentation, and relationship-building skillsAbility to interpret technical drawings, site plans, and complex feasibility dataEntrepreneurial, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a high-growth, fast-paced, frequently changing environmentCommitment to corporate ethics, compliance, and confidentialityCommitted to reporting to the office in Ashburn when not traveling for workAbility to travel to data center sites, client meetings, trainings or conferences as requested and required both domestic and potentially international.CloudHQ's people and culture are the most enriching aspects that make us a great place to work. We are strengthened by industry experts who bring extensive knowledge, skill, and experience; leaders who bring vision, innovation and commitment to our people; and an expanding team of individuals who believe in that vision and bring their best to support their customers and team.Our U.S. employees enjoy competitive compensation and rewarding incentives, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability), 401(k) with match, 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, development opportunities, and the ability to closely impact and contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization.CloudHQ is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.