Due Diligence Manager

Position Title: Manager, Development Entitlements/Due Diligence – Americas Location: Boston or Ashburn Your role The Manager, Development Entitlements/Due Diligence – Americas will lead all pre‑development technical due diligence efforts across the Americas region. This newly created role sits within the Design, Engineering & Construction (DEC) organization and plays a critical part in the early evaluation of potential data center developments. The successful candidate works closely with internal stakeholders such as Acquisitions, Legal and Development, and external consultants to ensure a comprehensive assessment of potential sites and accurate development scheduling. What You’ll Do Lead and coordinate internal and consultant partner due diligence activities for potential site acquisitions in the AMER region. Assist the Acquisitions team by providing technical input for both existing and new market evaluations. Review seller‑provided materials and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and development viability. Focus on the review of three primary topics: Geotechnical Investigations, Environmental Site Assessments and Identification of Zoning and Entitlements processes needed for the construction of new data centers. Collaborate with the DE&C pre‑construction team to develop the scope of work associated with due diligence findings. Coordinate and direct land‑use attorneys, civil engineers, environmental firms and other consultants to assess project risks and permit timelines. Coordinate and direct services from third‑party environmental and geotechnical consultants to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Collaborate with internal teams (Design, Construction, Development, Legal, etc.) to synthesize inputs and establish a complete development schedule for each potential site. Ensure due diligence deliverables align with internal development standards and project objectives. Present findings, risks and recommendations to senior leadership to inform acquisition decisions. Use Due Diligence Trackers and Gantt charts. What You’ll Need 5–10 years of experience in front‑end site development, design, construction or technical due diligence, preferably in data center, commercial real estate or industrial development. Proven experience leading cross‑functional due diligence efforts for large‑scale real estate or infrastructure projects. Strong understanding of zoning, permitting, entitlements, utility coordination, geotechnical issues and environmental review processes. Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deals concurrently. Experience procuring and managing consultant scopes, schedules and budgets. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex findings clearly to executive stakeholders. Ability to work independently and as part of a highly collaborative team. Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is preferred. Architecture, Construction Management, Real Estate Development or related fields will be considered. Preferred Qualifications Experience with data center development or hyperscale infrastructure. Familiarity with land acquisition and real estate legal frameworks in multiple U.S. jurisdictions. PMP, PE or similar certification. Compensation and Benefits Compensation range: $160,000 – $185,000 (base salary). Additional compensation may include cash bonus or commissions and equity awards. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance; 401(k) match; disability benefits; wellness and education benefits; employee stock purchase plan; paid time off; holidays; and more. Responsibilities The role oversees risk management, process optimization, and schedule governance across all construction operations. It implements digital solutions to streamline workflows, enhances reporting accuracy, and supports collaborative planning efforts. The manager leads process improvement initiatives, monitors key performance indicators, champions new technologies and manages multiple initiatives to meet evolving project demands. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration or related field (Master’s preferred). 7–10 years of progressive management experience in design and construction, ideally with data centers or similar environments. Experience managing multi‑country projects and delivering large developments. Proven expertise in construction project management, including digital tools, risk management, automation and operational optimization. Familiarity with schedule governance, collaborative planning and workflow optimization. Experience in continuous process improvement and managing KPIs/metrics. Strong understanding of change and gating processes in owner‑operator development organizations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Digital Realty