Director of Site Acquisition – Hyperscale Infrastructure

Position Overview

Confidential Infrastructure Developer is pioneering the future of AI and high-performance computing by delivering ultra-efficient data centers across North America. As part of an elite team with an ambitious 3GW+ roadmap, we are hiring a Director of Site Acquisition – Hyperscale Infrastructure in Dallas, TX or San Francisco, CA to lead strategic land sourcing for cutting-edge data center developments. If you have a proven track record of securing utility-ready land for hyperscale or large-scale infrastructure and thrive at the intersection of real estate, utilities, and permitting, this role offers a career-defining opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Site Origination
  • Source high-potential land parcels (100–1,000 acres) in regions primed for data center deployment.
  • Evaluate proximity to power infrastructure, fiber access, and water availability.
  • Conduct due diligence to assess buildability, environmental factors, and development feasibility.
• Utility and Power Coordination
  • Collaborate with power utilities to determine availability and capacity.
  • Guide interconnection studies and drive grid capacity negotiations (LOIs/MOUs).
  • Align utility delivery timelines with broader project development schedules.
• Zoning, Permitting & Compliance
  • Navigate complex permitting and rezoning processes.
  • Engage consultants for environmental studies, traffic analysis, and impact assessments.
  • Track regulatory developments and mitigate risks related to water, moratoriums, or permitting delays.
• Commercial Structuring & Negotiations
  • Lead negotiations on land options, purchases, and lease agreements.
  • Create land ownership structures (SPVs) that align with the investment model.
  • Provide cost breakdowns and financial modeling for prospective acquisitions.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build trusted relationships with landowners, municipalities, and regulatory bodies.
  • Provide regular progress updates to internal investment and development teams.
  • Maintain pipeline visibility and monitor site conversion metrics.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in land acquisition, site development, or infrastructure real estate.
• Proven success sourcing land for energy, data center, or industrial projects.
• Strong network within utility and permitting ecosystems.
• Deep knowledge of zoning, interconnection, and large-parcel development.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and project tracking skills.
• Experience in TX and CA markets strongly preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Drive transformative projects that support the AI revolution.
• Influence long-range infrastructure strategy with C-suite visibility.
• Collaborate with top-tier developers, engineers, and investors.
• Competitive compensation and long-term growth opportunities.
• Remote-friendly work with a focus on activity within the Greater Dallas, TX and San Francisco, CA regions.