Director, Land Acquisition

DC BLOX; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DC BLOX is looking for a Director of Land Acquisition & Entitlements to spearhead the identification and procurement of land suitable for data center developments across the Southeast. This strategic position demands extensive real estate knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and an ability to navigate complex local government processes. The ideal candidate will contribute to the company’s growth objectives in an inclusive and innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in real estate acquisition with a focus on industrial or infrastructure.
• Proven track record of sourcing and closing complex land transactions.
• Strong understanding of entitlements, permitting, and local government processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and secure land parcels for data center development.
• Lead negotiations with landowners and municipalities to secure purchase terms.
• Oversee due diligence processes, including title review and environmental studies.

Skills

Negotiation

Financial Modeling

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

At DC BLOX, we’re shaping the future of digital infrastructure. Our mission is to empower businesses with robust, secure, and reliable solutions that enable them to thrive in an increasingly connected world.

Founded on the principles of innovation, integrity, and customer-centricity, DC BLOX provides cutting-edge colocation, cloud services, and network solutions tailored to our clients' unique needs.

Our team is made up of passionate professionals dedicated to excellence. We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture where every voice is valued and innovation is encouraged. Whether you’re an experienced industry veteran or just starting your career, DC BLOX offers a range of opportunities for growth and development.

DC Blox operates on a hybrid schedule. We work in the office Tuesday - Thursday and remote on Mondays and Fridays.

Description Summary:

The Director, Land Acquisition & Entitlements will lead the identification, evaluation, and acquisition of land suitable for data center development across the Southeast U.S. This strategic role requires deep real estate expertise, a strong understanding of infrastructure requirements for data centers, and a proven ability to navigate entitlements, zoning, and stakeholder negotiations. The ideal candidate will combine strong deal-making skills with technical and industry knowledge to drive land strategy aligned with our long-term development pipeline. The candidate will also manage the due diligence process prior to closing, as well as assist with the post-closing permitting activities.

• Identify, evaluate, and secure land parcels in strategic locations suitable for data center development.
• Partner with internal teams (real estate, legal, development, engineering) to assess land viability, including power, fiber, water, and other critical infrastructure availability.
• Lead negotiations with landowners, brokers, and municipalities to secure favorable purchase terms or options, in addition to pursuing available tax abatement and incentive programs with the municipalities.
• Oversee due diligence including title review, environmental studies, geotechnical reports, and permitting risks.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of strategic land opportunities in target markets.
• Analyze market trends, zoning regulations, and land use policies to guide acquisition strategy.
• Cultivate relationships with utility providers, economic development authorities, and government agencies to accelerate land entitlement and infrastructure coordination.
• Provide regular reporting on acquisition status, market conditions, and risks to senior leadership.
• Support master planning efforts to ensure land use efficiency, scalability, and alignment with data center design standards.

Education/Training/Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in real estate acquisition, ideally with a focus on industrial, data center, or infrastructure-related developments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Proven track record of sourcing and closing complex land transactions.
• Strong knowledge of site selection criteria specific to data centers (power and fiber access, zoning, topography, environmental).
• Deep understanding of entitlements, permitting, land use, and local government processes.
• Excellent negotiation, financial modeling, and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel regularly within the Southeast U.S.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with utility-scale infrastructure or mission-critical facilities.
• Established relationships with landowners, brokers, municipalities, and utilities in the Southeast region.
• Familiarity with GIS and mapping tools for site identification.