Development Manager - Entitlements/Due Diligence

Description

• Lead and coordinate internal and consultant partner due diligence activities for potential site acquisitions in the Americas region.
• Assist the Acquisitions team by providing technical input for both existing and new market evaluations.
• Review seller‑provided materials and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and development viability.
• Focus on reviewing geotechnical investigations, environmental site assessments, and zoning/entitlement processes needed for new data center construction.
• Collaborate with the DE&C preconstruction team to develop the scope of work based on due diligence findings.
• Coordinate and direct land use attorneys, civil engineers, environmental firms, and other consultants to assess project risks and permit timelines.
• Oversee third‑party environmental and geotechnical consultants to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Work with internal teams (Design, Construction, Development, Legal, etc.) to synthesize inputs and create a complete development schedule for each potential site.
• Ensure due diligence deliverables align with internal development standards and project objectives.
• Present findings, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership to inform acquisition decisions, using due diligence trackers and Gantt charts.

Requirements

• 5‑10 years of experience in front‑end site development, design, construction, or technical due diligence, preferably in data center, commercial real‑estate, or industrial development.
• Experience with data center development or hyperscale infrastructure is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with land acquisition and real‑estate legal frameworks in multiple U.S. jurisdictions.
• PMP, PE, or similar certification is a plus.
• Proven experience leading cross‑functional due diligence efforts for large‑scale real‑estate or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of zoning, permitting, entitlements, utility coordination, geotechnical issues and environmental review processes.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deals concurrently.
• Experience procuring and managing consultant scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex findings clearly to executive stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a highly collaborative team.
• Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate Development, or related fields will be considered.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for comprehending job‑related communications and verbal instructions.

Benefits

At Colliers Engineering & Design we provide a safe, comfortable work environment and opportunities for career advancement, including company‑paid medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a matched 401(k)/Roth plan. Employees receive generous paid time off, parental and military leave, as well as bonuses for referrals and professional licenses. We support personal and professional growth through tuition reimbursement, an in‑house learning platform, mentorship, wellness programs, and philanthropic activities.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance