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, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability benefits

Paid time off and leaves of absence

Flexible work options and well-being资源

Job summary

The Ladders is seeking a Site Strategy Manager, Data Center Sites, to guide siting strategy for data center growth. This remote role targets U.S.-based opportunities and partners with clients, local entities, and cross-functional teams to drive due diligence, zoning, and infrastructure readiness.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure on-time delivery while fostering accountability and innovation.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience in land development or project management is essential.
• Knowledge of environmental assessments and zoning regulations is preferred.
• Experience with data center siting and hyperscale projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams and manage direct reports.
• Build rapport with clients and local entities.
• Evaluate land opportunities for data center growth.
• Ensure projects meet budgets and schedules.
• Oversee due diligence, zoning, permitting and infra readiness.
• Identify risks and implement mitigations.
• Foster accountability and innovation.

Skills

Land development experience

Project management

Zoning and permitting knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Education

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

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect or Land Planner

Advanced degree in Engineering or related field

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 site strategy and land opportunity evaluation for data center growth, with a strong focus on due diligence, zoning, permitting, and infrastructure readiness. The position partners closely with clients, local stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to advance complex site development initiatives. The successful candidate will help ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget while building a culture of accountability and innovation.

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

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop cross-functional teams, including recruitment and management of direct reports
• Build rapport with clients and local entities
• Evaluate land opportunities for long-term data center growth
• Accountable for project results, including adherence to budgets and schedules
• Manage due diligence, zoning, permitting, and infrastructure processes
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Cultivate a culture of accountability and innovation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related field and 8 years of experience in land development or project management
• Experience with colocation and hyperscale data center projects
• Preferred: Licensed Professional Engineer, Architect, or Land Planner
• Preferred: Advanced degree in Engineering or related fields
• Preferred: 12+ years of experience in general land development
• Proficiency in data center operations and site development processes
• Knowledge of environmental assessments and zoning regulations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability benefits
• Paid time off and leaves of absence
• Flexible work options and well-being resources
• Employee assistance program and travel insurance
• Retirement savings plan and stock purchase options

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.