Sr. Colocation Development Mgr, Data Center Supply Solutions

Amazon - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

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About the position

The Sr. Colocation Development Manager for Data Center Supply Solutions at AWS is responsible for leading and directing colocation development transactions, including site selection, financial analysis, contract negotiations, and site development. This role involves formulating long-term development strategies, executing strategic plans, and collaborating with various internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate development, business, financial analysis, and technical understanding, enabling them to manage complex transactions and drive innovative solutions for AWS's data center portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct colocation development transactions from beginning to end including complex site selection, financial analysis, contract negotiations, zoning and entitlements, and site development.
• Formulating and presenting long-term development strategies for specific markets to senior management.
• Execute on the strategic plan while interacting with internal stakeholders (e.g. product teams, energy, fiber, design, construction, legal, tax, etc.).
• Understanding the technical requirements of our design engineering teams and developing solutions that meet the design and business objectives.
• Involvement in the full construction process to deliver all aspects of a project to include building, data center specific power, and all other site utilities.
• Preparation and presentation of transaction summaries to the senior management team regarding progress, financial approvals and overall deal costs / benefits.
• Support multiple complex contract negotiations simultaneously.
• Serve as a key member of the Real Estate team in driving our ability to innovate and to produce results.

Requirements

• 7+ years of developing, negotiating and executing business agreements experience
• 7+ years of professional or military experience
• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ Years of experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience interpreting data and making business recommendations
• Experience identifying, negotiating, and executing complex legal agreements
• Experience managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating release schedule.

Benefits

• Flexible work culture
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• Diverse and inclusive workplace
• Work-life balance initiatives