Longroad Energy · 18 hours ago
Development Associate/Manager - Data Centers
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expLongroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. The Development Associate/Manager will support data center development activities, assisting with site evaluations, permitting, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
EnergyEnergy ManagementProject Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support advancement of data center development activities for projects in the Longroad pipeline of existing energy and datacenter projects as well as acquisition opportunities
Assist with site-level evaluation and diligence, including zoning, land use, environmental constraints, access, utilities, and infrastructure readiness
Support land-related activities, including reviewing purchase agreements, options, leases, easements, title, and survey in coordination with legal and real estate teams
Help track and advance entitlement and permitting processes, including rezoning, site plan approvals, and local/state permits
Assist in coordinating development-related due diligence during transaction evaluation and execution, including:
Surveys and title review
Environmental and geotechnical studies
Local permitting and entitlement status
Infrastructure and utility constraints
Compile and synthesize development inputs for internal investment memos, transaction materials, and leadership updates
Support integration of acquired or partnered projects into Longroad’s development processes post-close
Work with internal teams (energy development, power markets, engineering, interconnection, legal, finance, government affairs) to align development activities with transaction timelines and investment objectives
Coordinate with third-party consultants to support development studies, schedules, and cost estimates
Assist with tracking project schedules, budgets, risks, and key milestones across multiple data center opportunities
Help maintain an organized pipeline of data center opportunities under evaluation or advancement through Strategic Partnerships
Support development of internal knowledge, templates, and best practices related to data center site development
Assist senior team members with market research related to data center development trends, siting requirements, and infrastructure considerations
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of experience in real estate development, infrastructure development, or large-scale industrial/commercial projects
Demonstrated experience supporting development activities such as site diligence, permitting, land use, or infrastructure coordination
Experience working with cross-functional internal teams and external consultants
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to travel 20% as needed across U.S. markets
Ability to walk undeveloped land and active project sites
Preferred
Bachelor's degree required (real estate, engineering, planning, business, or related field preferred)
Direct experience with data center development (real estate, infrastructure, or power-related), strongly preferred
Experience supporting projects tied to M&A, joint ventures, or strategic partnerships
Familiarity with power markets, utility coordination, or power-constrained site development
Experience working across multiple jurisdictions and permitting environments
Benefits
Merit-based salary increases
Incentive plan participation
Eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year
Paid holidays
Paid volunteer time
Paid parental leave
Company
Longroad Energy
Longroad Energy is a renewable energy developer that specializes in the development, financing, and operation of renewable energy projects.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.1BKey Investors
MEAG
2023-11-27Debt Financing· $600M
2022-08-01Undisclosed· $500M
2016-10-05Undisclosed
Leadership Team
P
Paul Gaynor
CEO & Co-Founder
P
Pete Keel
Chief Financial Officer & Co-Founder
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