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Development Manager at Colovore. . Location: Remote. About the Organization.  . . Colovore.  is the leader in ultra-high-density, liquid-cooled AI colocation data centers for the deployment of AI inference, . SuperPod. , and AI factory applications and solutions. With facilities featuring power densities of 17-500+ kilowatts per cabinet, we are expanding quickly and building a national footprint of modern, hyper-efficient, high-density data centers to serve F500 enterprises and startups. The company was . acquired.  by King Street in 2024, who provides real estate development . expertise.  and secured $925 million funding to accelerate its national expansion. Join our team and play a critical role as we scale for rapid growth. You can be . a game-changer.  at . Colovore. ..  . Role Overview.  . . We are seeking an experienced site development professional to lead site development and pre-development for new and expanding data center campuses, from property acquisition through construction handoff. This role owns entitlements and permitting, off-site and civil infrastructure delivery, incentives and commercial negotiations, and the development budgets and cost models required to bring each site to construction readiness on time and on budget..  . . This role works cross-functionally with Site Acquisition, Utility, Design & Engineering, Construction, Finance, and Operations to ensure clear ownership and effective handoffs throughout the development lifecycle..  . . Key Responsibilities.  . . Site Development & Delivery.  . . . Own each site from site control — handed off by Site Acquisition at close — through delivery of construction-ready parcels, aligned to power, design, construction, and customer requirements..  . . Establish and manage development schedules, budgets, milestones, and critical-path activities..  . . Coordinate the workstreams that move each site toward construction readiness..  . . Identify entitlement, permitting, infrastructure, cost, and schedule risks and develop mitigation plans..  . . Hand a defined, funded scope to Preconstruction for construction estimating and GMP, and lead the transition of approved projects into Construction at construction readiness..  . . . Entitlements & Approvals.  . . . Support Site Acquisition with entitlement, zoning, and CUP/SUP feasibility and risk during site screening and down-select; own entitlements and permitting after site control..  . . Lead site-plan approvals, zoning, entitlements, and permitting — rezoning, CUP/SUP, platting, grading, SWPPP/stormwater, building, and environmental permits..  . . Coordinate with planning departments, local jurisdictions, and regulatory agencies; manage public hearings, agency comments, approval conditions, and required submissions..  . . Maintain accountability for securing approvals within the targeted development timeline..  . . . Off-Site & Civil Infrastructure.  . . . Plan, scope, and deliver off-site infrastructure — water/wastewater service extensions, roadway and access improvements, and fiber pathways..  . . Direct civil site development — grading, stormwater systems, drainage/detention, utility corridors, and phased earthwork — supporting Design & Engineering with civil and site-design inputs..  . . Secure easements and rights-of-way, and support the Utility team with land-use, easement, and site data for the electric interconnection application..  . . Own the civil and off-site scope up to the point of connection, where Utility assumes electric interconnection and power delivery and Construction executes the build..  . . . Commercial, Incentives & Development Finance.  . . . Lead commercial and contract negotiations with off-site utilities, contractors, vendors, and agencies..  . . Negotiate economic-development and tax incentives with state and local governments and manage incentive applications, with Site Acquisition supporting the government and economic-development relationships..  . . Build and maintain development-stage cost models — sitework, off-site utilities, permitting, fees, and contingency — governing the development budget; feed them to Site Acquisition's investment underwriting and to Finance, with the Acquisitions Analyst keeping one financial view across gates..  . . Own development budget tracking, invoices, and change management..  . . . Consultant & Due-Diligence Management.  . . . Manage civil engineers, environmental consultants, surveyors, land-use advisors, and other external partners; define scopes, budgets, schedules, and deliverables..  . . Support Site Acquisition's due diligence with environmental (Phase I–II), geotechnical, survey/ALTA, and title coordination through close, and translate findings into cost and schedule impacts..  . . Review technical work products and resolve issues promptly..  . . Hold consultants accountable for quality, cost, and schedule commitments..  . . . EHS & Sustainability.  . . . Champion EHS and sustainability objectives within land-development decisions..  . . Integrate stormwater quality and quantity, water stewardship, and habitat impacts into development plans..  . . Support Operations with development choices that affect operability, serviceability, and long-term sustainability..  . . . Required Experience.  . . . 7+ years of experience in land/site development, entitlements, civil infrastructure delivery, or front-end construction for large capital projects. Experience may come from data center, industrial, energy, logistics, master-planned development, or similar environments..  . . Demonstrated experience owning entitlement and permitting campaigns through public approval processes..  . . Experience managing external consultants, including civil engineering, environmental, surveying, and related development partners..  . . Experience developing and managing development-stage budgets, schedules, cost models, and project risks..  . . Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, real estate development, planning, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience..  . . . What Success Looks Like.  . . . New and expanding sites progress from site control to construction readiness on schedule, within budget, and with clear ownership across each development milestone..  . . Entitlements, permits, and required approvals are secured proactively, with risks identified early and mitigation plans in place to minimize schedule impacts..  . . Civil and off-site infrastructure scopes are clearly defined, coordinated, funded, and ready for seamless handoff to Preconstruction, Utility, and Construction..  . . Cross-functional teams have clear visibility into development status, risks, dependencies, and next steps, enabling smooth handoffs throughout the project lifecycle..  . . Development decisions balance speed and cost with long-term operability, safety, sustainability, and the needs of Colovore’s customers..  . . Why You’ll Love Working at Colovore. . At Colovore, we believe great work happens when people feel supported, trusted, and empowered. We offer a competitive and thoughtful benefits package designed to support your health, growth, and life outside of work, including:. . . Competitive compensation. with opportunities for growth and advancement. . Comprehensive health benefits. (medical, dental, and vision). . Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO). to support flexibility, rest, and work-life balance. . 10 paid company holidays . and paid sick leave. . 401(k) plan. with company participation. . Professional development opportunities. and learning support. . Collaborative, inclusive culture. where your work makes a real impact. . . If you’re excited to build meaningful infrastructure, solve complex challenges, and grow with a team that values both performance and people, we’d love to hear from you.