Senior Real Estate Development Manager, Land Development, DCC Communities (AWS)
Amazon, Austin, TX, United States
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 guide and communicate AWS’s vision for development, collaborate with and manage multidisciplinary stakeholders, and support sustainable growth while being sensitive to the communities in which we expand.
Key Responsibilities
Lead land development efforts on new projects.
Cultivate local government relationships and lead the entitlement process.
Partner with developers and local jurisdictions 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 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 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.
A Day in the Life Each day you will interact with different teams responsible for all aspects of the data centers. You will prioritize 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.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
6+ years of real‑estate development experience in negotiations (land acquisition, development, build‑to‑suit, lease).
Strong negotiation skills.
6+ years of experience in site due diligence, site development, and negotiation of entitlement agreements for large complex projects.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher (including Juris Doctor) in Engineering, Business, Real Estate, or related fields.
Experience in data center site selection, design, and construction.
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.
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
The base salary range for this position is $155,400 – $210,200 annually, depending on location. Compensation includes sign‑on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), and comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead land development efforts on new projects.
Cultivate local government relationships and lead the entitlement process.
Partner with developers and local jurisdictions 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 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 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.
A Day in the Life Each day you will interact with different teams responsible for all aspects of the data centers. You will prioritize 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.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
6+ years of real‑estate development experience in negotiations (land acquisition, development, build‑to‑suit, lease).
Strong negotiation skills.
6+ years of experience in site due diligence, site development, and negotiation of entitlement agreements for large complex projects.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher (including Juris Doctor) in Engineering, Business, Real Estate, or related fields.
Experience in data center site selection, design, and construction.
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.
Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
The base salary range for this position is $155,400 – $210,200 annually, depending on location. Compensation includes sign‑on payments, restricted stock units (RSUs), and comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave.
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