Strategic Data Center Development & Finance Associate

RELATED; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Related Digital is seeking a Development Associate to support its data center platform, from site acquisition through design, construction, and capital formation. This high-visibility role offers exposure to senior leadership across development, finance and strategy in Dallas or Austin.

You will conduct market research and due diligence on opportunities across the U.S. and Canada, evaluating power, land, zoning and competition, and help drive the full development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2+ years of transaction or investment experience in investment banking, infrastructure or private equity investing, or real estate finance.
• Strong financial modeling including development underwriting and DCF.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative capabilities with close attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; able to present effectively to senior audiences.
• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Collaborative team player who takes ownership and operates independently when required.
• Genuine interest in real estate, infrastructure, and the data center industry; entrepreneurial mindset and strong work ethic.
• Bachelor’s degree; MBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and due diligence across the U.S. and Canada, evaluating power availability, land, zoning, and competitive dynamics.
• Support the execution of the full data center development lifecycle, from site acquisition through design, construction, operations, and marketing strategy.
• Lead initial underwriting and financial analysis of potential development projects, building and maintaining models that evaluate project returns, capital structure, and investment theses in alignment with company objectives.
• Contribute to platform-level strategic planning, evaluating new markets, growth initiatives, and competitive positioning for Related Digital’s expanding pipeline.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of capital formation strategies, including engagement with equity investors, lenders, and other financing partners to support project funding.
• Partner with internal teams across legal, construction, energy, and operations to drive the successful execution of development projects from inception through delivery.
• Prepare investment memoranda, business plans, board materials, financial forecasts, and strategic presentations for senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Skills

Financial modeling

Underwriting

DCF analysis

Capital structure

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organization

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA

Job description

Related Digital is seeking a Development Associate to support its data center platform, from site acquisition through design, construction, and capital formation. This high-visibility role offers exposure to senior leadership across development, finance and strategy in Dallas or Austin.

You will conduct market research and due diligence on opportunities across the U.S. and Canada, evaluating power, land, zoning and competition, and help drive the full development lifecycle.