Land Development Specialist

Land Development Specialist

Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.

We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:

• Build innovative technology and infrastructure for the world's leading brands.
• Solve complex problems and learn new skills.
• Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients.
• Master your craft with best-in-class training programs and hands-on project experience.
• Be part of a community of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for technology.

Our culture is the fabric of our company what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.

Key Responsibilities

• Support land development strategy execution, including zoning, permitting, and entitlement processes
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Land Acquisition, Engineering & Design, Utilities, Environmental, Fiber, and Construction
• Assist in managing due diligence activities such as site feasibility, regulatory assessments, and risk identification
• Track project milestones and ensure deliverables align with development schedules
• Support preparation and review of development agreements, utility coordination, and permitting documentation
• Liaise with local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), municipalities, and utility providers
• Contribute to integrated project planning and documentation using tools like MS Project and SharePoint
• Assist in contract administration, budget tracking, and reporting

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field
• 35+ years of experience in land development, site development, or related consulting work
• Working knowledge of land use planning, zoning regulations, permitting processes, and utility coordination
• Exposure to project management practices and stakeholder coordination
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in business English
• Proficiency in Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or data center development projects
• Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional permitting and land use processes
• Understanding of construction methods and site development practices
• Ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with a collaborative mindset

Location

Remote

Salary Range

The salary for this position is between $165K$175K USD annually. Pay within this range may vary based on geography, experience, skills, and applicable qualifications.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive the following benefits: [Medical insurance] [Dental insurance] [Vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [Long-term disability insurance] [Short-term disability insurance] [5 personal days annually] [10-15 days of paid vacation] [6 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday] [Ascendion Learning Management System access]

Tell us about your expertise, experience, and ambitions. Bring your insights, unique perspective, and enthusiasm to build the next generation of data center infrastructure together with Ascendion.