Development Manager (Data Centers)

Bachelor's degree required (real estate, engineering, planning, business, or related field preferred).Working knowledge of the data center market, including client needs, site selection factors, energy procurement strategies, industry trends, and competitive landscape. Preferred QualificationsDirect experience with data center development (real estate, infrastructure, or power-related).Experience supporting M&A transactions, joint ventures, or strategic partnerships.

Development Manager (Data Centers)Fully remote role with only ~20% travel. Join a 4.5 GW asset owner with nationwide impact.A leading renewable energy owner, operator, and developer focused on utility-scale wind and solar projects across North America. The organization manages more than 6 GW of renewable assets and is active across the full project lifecycle, from development through operations. With a long-term ownership model, it is expanding its presence in the rapidly growing data center sector.Job DescriptionData Center StrategySupport execution of strategies to expand participation in the growing data center market.Monitor regulatory, policy, and commercial trends impacting data center load demand across multiple markets.Track utility tariffs, rate structures, and load interconnection processes while coordinating with utilities on co-location projects.Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, consultants, and experts across origination, legal, interconnection, permitting, construction, government affairs, engineering, and finance.Represent the company at industry conferences, meetings, and site visits.Data Center Development SupportSupport advancement of data center development activities for existing energy and data center projects, as well as acquisition opportunities.Manage large-load application processes across multiple U.S. markets.Assist with site evaluation and due diligence, including zoning, land use, environmental constraints, access, utilities, and infrastructure readiness.Support land-related and due diligence activities, including review of purchase agreements, options, leases, easements, title, and survey documents in coordination with legal and real estate teams.Partner with internal teams to align development activities with transaction timelines and investment objectives.Market & Portfolio SupportHelp maintain an organized pipeline of data center opportunities under evaluation or advancement.Contribute to the development of internal knowledge, templates, and best practices related to data center site development.Support market research related to data center development trends, siting requirements, and infrastructure considerations.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful Applicant should have:3+ years of experience in real estate development, infrastructure development, or large-scale industrial/commercial projects.Bachelor's degree required (real estate, engineering, planning, business, or related field preferred).Working knowledge of the data center market, including client needs, site selection factors, energy procurement strategies, industry trends, and competitive landscape.Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.Experience supporting site diligence, permitting, land use, or infrastructure coordination activities.Experience working with cross-functional teams and external consultants.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.Willingness to travel approximately 20%.Ability to walk undeveloped land and active project sites.Alignment with company values and culture.Preferred QualificationsDirect experience with data center development (real estate, infrastructure, or power-related).Experience supporting M&A transactions, joint ventures, or strategic partnerships.Familiarity with power markets, utility coordination, or power-constrained site development.Experience working across multiple jurisdictions and permitting environments.What's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $115,000 to $175,000 per year.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.Permanent role with growth potential in the energy and natural resources sector.