CLOUDHQ - Senior Site Acquisition Specialist

Cloudhq - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Washington, DC

About the position

The Senior Site Acquisition Specialist at CloudHQ is responsible for identifying and evaluating potential data center sites, managing relationships with stakeholders, and providing strategic guidance on site acquisitions. This role requires a blend of analytical skills, project management experience, and the ability to navigate complex negotiations and regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze geographical locations and prospective site information.
• Evaluate site conditions, hazards, and limitations relative to risk appetite, proposing strategies and potential site acquisitions.
• Assess permitting, zoning, land use data, natural hazards, energy requirements, network connectivity, and environmental impacts.
• Consolidate and compare inputs to evaluate cost, design/build risk, and select regions and sites for development.
• Advise on real estate, engineering, construction, policy, planning, and business development considerations.
• Partner with key stakeholders and global teams including Accounting, Development, Operations, Legal/Risk, Tax, Sales, and Finance.
• Provide risk assessments to senior leadership and guidance to technical teams during site development.
• Liaise with policymakers and municipalities for business development opportunities.
• Oversee seller, customer, and consultant relationships, serving as the point of contact for buyers and vendors.
• Construct and negotiate complex acquisition and lease agreements in collaboration with the VP of Site Acquisition.
• Prioritize risk-based mitigation recommendations and manage projects to resolution.
• Develop and maintain the annual budget, tracking infrastructure costs and performance indicators.
• Drive continuous risk assessment of projects and develop long-term metrics for improvement.

Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in data center or utilities site selection or related experience.
• Project management experience to deliver multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
• Meticulous attention to detail and keen analytical thinking.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal), including interfacing with senior leadership.
• Ability to develop and review financial models for development pro forma and valuation components.
• General knowledge of data center principles, including design, construction, and operations.
• Ability to identify process improvements and proactive solutions.
• Ability to prepare and review deal structures.
• Ability to negotiate complex lease agreements, acquisition, and/or incentive contracts with legal counsel.
• Self-starter with adaptability to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances.
• Knowledge of infrastructure construction, environmental and social impact assessments, project budgeting, and scheduling.
• Ability and willingness to travel, primarily in the US for up to 50% of the schedule.
• Proficient skills in Excel, Word, CAD, and CRM software.

Nice-to-haves

• A bachelor's degree in real estate development, finance, engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and rewarding incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability).
• 401(k) with match.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Generous PTO.
• Development opportunities.