Senior AMERS Land Development Strategy Program Manager

$115,000 - $200,300/Yr

Microsoft - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - San Antonio, TX

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Senior AMERS Land Development Strategy Program Manager at Microsoft will lead the formulation and refinement of comprehensive entitlement strategies for the deployment of data center projects. This role requires navigating complex regulatory and public policy environments to support large-scale data center construction and lease projects. The Program Manager will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external entities to ensure successful project delivery while embodying Microsoft's values of respect, integrity, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development of pre-site selection research to identify permitting risks and scheduling uncertainties for the Americas.
• Develop comprehensive strategies to navigate complex regulatory and public policy environments, crafting actionable plans to mitigate risks and streamline the permitting process.
• Formulate engagement strategies with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and represent Microsoft in critical meetings.
• Coordinate strategic planning efforts across various internal teams, ensuring alignment and integration of the data center development strategy.
• Communicate strategic insights on key risks, mitigation strategies, and compliance requirements to internal stakeholders.
• Lead the strategic development of program tools and processes to enhance the predictability and efficiency of permits, approvals, and entitlement delivery.
• Define and monitor key strategic metrics focusing on permitting and delivery timeline predictability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Real Estate, Project Management, or related field AND 5+ years relevant experience OR 7+ years equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in regulatory strategy, policy analysis, and navigating complex permitting processes.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated ability in strategic planning and managing large-scale projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to adapt strategies based on changing information or regulatory landscapes.
• Knowledge of data center technical requirements and industry trends.
• Experience supporting and delivering permitting approvals for large scale and/or complex data center projects.
• Proven ability to influence regulatory policymakers and navigate accelerated permitting processes.
• Familiarity with sustainable development practices and environmental impact assessments.
• Community Engagement and stakeholder engagement experience.
• Experience in delivery projects in multiple jurisdictions.

Benefits

• Relocation support provided for successful candidates.
• Potential eligibility for additional benefits and compensation.