Site Strategy Manager, Data Center Sites - Remote (U.S.)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Well-being resources

Employee assistance program

Business travel insurance

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Site Strategy Manager for Data Center Sites (Remote, US). You will guide site selection, early development, and strategy aligned with budget and schedule while collaborating with engineers, planners, consultants, clients, and public stakeholders.

The role emphasizes feasibility studies, regulatory compliance, and long‑term data center growth with a focus on building strong teams and optimizing performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related field plus 8 years of relevant experience.
• Licenses such as Professional Engineer, Architect, or Land Planner are preferred.
• 12+ years in land development, infrastructure, or project management is desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead cross‑functional teams of engineers, planners, and consultants.
• Build trust with clients, local communities, and regulatory bodies.
• Identify and evaluate land opportunities for long‑term data center growth.
• Be accountable for project results, including adherence to budgets and schedules.
• Oversee the due diligence, zoning, and permitting processes.
• Proactively implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Foster a culture of accountability and innovation in the team.
• Train and deploy machine‑learning project delivery platforms.

Skills

Project management

Land development

Data center knowledge

Feasibility studies

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related field

Professional Engineer license

Advanced degree (desired)

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Site Strategy Manager, Data Center Sites - Remote (U.S.) to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space.

This role will guide strategic site selection and early-stage development efforts for data center projects, with a focus on building long-term growth opportunities. You will partner with engineers, planners, consultants, clients, and public stakeholders to move opportunities through feasibility, due diligence, zoning, and permitting. The position will also help ensure projects stay aligned with budgets, schedules, and risk‑mitigation goals while fostering strong team performance.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $110,000 – $130,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead cross‑functional teams of engineers, planners, and consultants
• Build trust with clients, local communities, and regulatory bodies
• Identify and evaluate land opportunities for long‑term data center growth
• Be accountable for project results, including adherence to budgets and schedules
• Oversee the due diligence, zoning, and permitting processes
• Proactively implement risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans
• Foster a culture of accountability and innovation in the team
• Train and deploy machine‑learning project delivery platforms

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or a related field plus 8 years of relevant experience
• Proven experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects
• Preferred licenses: Professional Engineer, Architect, or Land Planner
• Advanced degree in a relevant field is a plus
• 12+ years in land development, infrastructure, or project management is desired
• Ability to conduct feasibility studies and evaluate potential development sites
• Knowledge of environmental assessments, zoning regulations, and utility infrastructure

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Paid time off and leaves of absence
• Flexible work options and well‑being resources
• Employee assistance programs and business travel insurance
• Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.