
Senior Real Estate Development Manager, Land Development , RE Land Development,
Amazon, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Overview
In this role, you will work directly with land owners/investors, data center developers, local jurisdictions, land use attorneys and consultants to identify and successfully navigate the required real estate entitlements to acquire and develop new data center sites. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a technical background that enables them to successfully guide and communicate AWS’s vision for development. You will collaborate with and manage multi-disciplinary internal and external stakeholders to produce outcomes that support sustainable growth and are sensitive to the communities in which we expand.
AWS Infrastructure Services AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
Key responsibilities
Lead land development efforts on new projects.
Cultivate local government relationships and lead the entitlement process.
Partner with developers and the local jurisdiction and participate in any local meetings and hearings relating to these projects.
Build and lead teams of vendors and consultants to evaluate site feasibility.
Form strategy for required infrastructure improvements. Contract and manage internal and external design and development partners for their delivery.
Lead multiple complex contract negotiations simultaneously.
Assist in developing site plans that deliver the best in class product consistent with market conditions.
Work cross-functionally with other internal and external teams, including Design Engineering, Legal, Economic Development, Risk & Resiliency, Public Policy, Construction and Capacity Planning, to inform a regional real estate strategy.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of AWS's master plan design principles, BOD and best practices for entitlements.
Travel required.
Day in the life Each day you will interact with different teams responsible for all aspects of the data centers. You will prioritize your activities to support data center capacity availability and safety focusing on the actions that are most impactful. You will have the opportunity to work on projects across the nation.
About the team AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration or a related field
6+ years of Real Estate transaction experience in negotiations (land acquisition, development, build to suit, lease)
Strong negotiation skills
6+ years’ experience in site due diligence, site development, and negotiation of entitlement agreements for large complex projects.
Master's Degree or higher (including Juris Doctor) in Engineering, Business, Real Estate or related fields.
Understanding of and experience in the Data Center industry, including data center siting and general operations.
Experience in public private partnerships.
Ability to understand and communicate high level electrical, power & cooling, fiber optics, and other technical requirements, particularly related to Internet infrastructure
Benefits The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
Locations and compensation USA, TX, Austin - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Note: This posting may be removed or modified at any time.
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AWS Infrastructure Services AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
Key responsibilities
Lead land development efforts on new projects.
Cultivate local government relationships and lead the entitlement process.
Partner with developers and the local jurisdiction and participate in any local meetings and hearings relating to these projects.
Build and lead teams of vendors and consultants to evaluate site feasibility.
Form strategy for required infrastructure improvements. Contract and manage internal and external design and development partners for their delivery.
Lead multiple complex contract negotiations simultaneously.
Assist in developing site plans that deliver the best in class product consistent with market conditions.
Work cross-functionally with other internal and external teams, including Design Engineering, Legal, Economic Development, Risk & Resiliency, Public Policy, Construction and Capacity Planning, to inform a regional real estate strategy.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of AWS's master plan design principles, BOD and best practices for entitlements.
Travel required.
Day in the life Each day you will interact with different teams responsible for all aspects of the data centers. You will prioritize your activities to support data center capacity availability and safety focusing on the actions that are most impactful. You will have the opportunity to work on projects across the nation.
About the team AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration or a related field
6+ years of Real Estate transaction experience in negotiations (land acquisition, development, build to suit, lease)
Strong negotiation skills
6+ years’ experience in site due diligence, site development, and negotiation of entitlement agreements for large complex projects.
Master's Degree or higher (including Juris Doctor) in Engineering, Business, Real Estate or related fields.
Understanding of and experience in the Data Center industry, including data center siting and general operations.
Experience in public private partnerships.
Ability to understand and communicate high level electrical, power & cooling, fiber optics, and other technical requirements, particularly related to Internet infrastructure
Benefits The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
Locations and compensation USA, TX, Austin - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 147,900.00 - 200,100.00 USD annually
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Note: This posting may be removed or modified at any time.
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