Development Associate / Analyst

Nscale; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nscale is seeking a Development Associate to support the development of AI data center sites across the Americas. Reporting to the Director, Data Center Development, you will advance projects from site control through due diligence, entitlement, permitting, and Final Investment Decision (FID).

This high‑exposure role sits at the center of Nscale’s development engine: you will run diligence workstreams, coordinate consultants, and build analyses and reports that keep a fast‑moving portfolio on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Urban Planning, or related field
• 1–3 years of related experience in real estate, infrastructure, construction, finance, or consulting; data center exposure a plus
• Strong organizational and writing skills; able to distill complex information into clear, concise summaries
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office tools; Excel modeling skills preferred
• Willingness to travel up to 15% based on business needs

Responsibilities

• Support development managers advancing a portfolio of AI data center sites from origination through diligence and FID
• Maintain project schedules, milestone trackers, budgets, and risk registers across assigned projects
• Coordinate day-to-day with external consultants and with internal Energy and Power, Design, and Preconstruction teams
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, and follow-ups to keep project workstreams moving

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Google Suite

Excel modeling

Self-starter

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate or related field

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office/Excel

Job description

Role Overview

Nscale is seeking a Development Associate to support the development of new AI data center sites across the Americas. Reporting to the Director, Data Center Development, you will work alongside development managers to advance projects from site control through due diligence, entitlement, and permitting to Final Investment Decision (FID). This is a high-exposure role at the center of Nscale’s development engine — you will run diligence workstreams, coordinate consultants, and build the analysis and reporting that keeps a fast-moving portfolio on track, developing the full development-lifecycle toolkit needed to grow into a development manager role.

DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT & COORDINATION

• Support development managers advancing a portfolio of AI data center sites from origination through diligence and FID
• Maintain project schedules, milestone trackers, budgets, and risk registers across assigned projects
• Coordinate day-to-day with external consultants and with internal Energy and Power, Design, and Preconstruction teams
• Prepare meeting materials, agendas, and follow-ups to keep project workstreams moving

DUE DILIGENCE & ENTITLEMENTS

• Manage and track due diligence deliverables — title, survey, geotechnical, environmental, zoning, and utility studies — and summarize findings and risks
• Support entitlement and permitting efforts, tracking applications, hearing dates, conditions, and jurisdiction requirements
• Assist with site-control documentation and closing checklists in partnership with Legal
• Research jurisdictions, utilities, incentives, and site conditions to support project decisions

ANALYSIS & REPORTING

• Build and maintain project dashboards, status reports, and inputs to FID / capital approval packages
• Support development budget tracking, invoice review, and cost reporting with Finance
• Perform ad-hoc analysis on sites, markets, schedules, and costs as projects demand
• Help standardize templates, playbooks, and reporting across the development team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate, Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, Urban Planning, or a relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–3 years of related experience in real estate, infrastructure, construction, finance, or consulting; data center exposure a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage many moving pieces across concurrent projects
• Strong analytical and writing skills; able to distill complex information into clear, concise summaries
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office tools; Excel / Sheets modeling skills preferred
• Self-starter comfortable operating with urgency in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
• Willingness to travel up to 15% based on business needs

About Nscale

Nscale is taking on the hyperscalers by building a vertically integrated GenAI cloud platform. We own the data centers, software, and applications that power today’s AI stack using sustainable technology solutions. We thrive on a culture of relentless innovation, ownership, and accountability, where every team member takes pride in their work and drives it with excellence and urgency. As an Nscaler, you’ll build trust through openness and transparency, where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Collaboration is key, and we work together swiftly and respectfully, embracing adaptability and resilience in all we do.

OUR VALUES

• Relentless Innovation — At Nscale, we constantly push the boundaries of innovation, embracing creative risks to shape the future. Our aim is to deliver products that not only meet but exceed today’s expectations, setting new standards for tomorrow.
• Ownership and Accountability — Every Nscaler is fully accountable for their work, driving it with excellence and urgency. We set high standards, ensuring that our contributions are not just good but exceptional.
• Openness and Transparency — We believe trust and transparency are key to our success. We maintain open communication within our teams and with stakeholders, sharing both successes and challenges.
• Customer-Centric Focus — Our customers are central to our mission. We focus on deeply understanding their needs and challenges, striving to exceed expectations in both product quality and service.
• Sustainability — We integrate sustainability into our operations and product development, ensuring that our innovations are both effective and responsible.
• Full-Speed Collaboration — Collaboration at Nscale is fast, efficient, and respectful. We work together seamlessly, with clear communication and mutual respect.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

At Nscale, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We strongly encourage applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, parents, carers, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

The range below reflects the base salary for the position. Actual compensation may vary based on job-related factors such as skill set, experience, education, and location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for bonus, equity, and/or commission programs. Nscale may offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible paid time off, parental leave, and retirement plan participation.

Salary Range: $90,000 USD - $160,000 USD