Project Manager, Corporate Development

About Edged Data Centers Edged is a fast-growing provider of sustainable data centers and energy infrastructure. The company builds and operates a global network of ultra-efficient, AI-ready data centers with waterless cooling for colocation, hyperscale and build-to-suit customers. The highly differentiated infrastructure platform is the first large-scale, global deployment of waterless cooling platform-wide and transforms data center growth into a catalyst for sustainable development. Edged is backed by a deep proprietary technology stack that will include renewable microgrid systems, ultra-clean generators, and waste-to-fuel solutions. The platform is designed for rapid deployment with more than a dozen new data centers operating or under construction across Europe and North America and a gigawatt-scale project pipeline.The North American division of Edged is a joint venture between one of the largest private multinational corporations in the world and an affiliate of Endeavour. Endeavour is a purpose-driven organization helping innovators to develop and launch breakthrough solutions for global challenges in the areas of energy, water, and waste. Endeavour companies are made up of passionate change-makers who want to leave the world better than the way we found it. Today, Endeavour is deploying solutions that are immediately scalable and deliver both high financial returns and positive impact, including EV charging, waterless data center cooling, and advanced energy systems.Position Summary As a Project Manager of Development at Edged, you’ll play a key role in shaping the development of a rapidly expanding data center platform. You will oversee due diligence, entitlement processes, and permitting activities that facilitate the company's strategic growth initiatives, encompassing greenfield developments, acquisitions, joint ventures, and portfolio optimization. This is a high-impact role for a development professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about the intersection of technology, infrastructure, real estate, sustainability, and finance.Key ResponsibilitiesInclude but are not limited to:Lead due diligence, entitlements, and permitting for multi project data center campuses, ensuring schedule and budget predictability.Develop, maintain, and refine multi phased campus master plans to support accurate forecasting in a dynamic development environment.Collaborate with internal stakeholders, consultants, and construction teams to deliver integrated site-wide design solutions and capital budgets.Identify, communicate, and mitigate entitlement, permitting, and development risks to protect timelines and financial outcomes.Prepare and deliver executive-ready monthly predevelopment program and project status updates.Develop scopes of work, lead consultant/vendor selection and contract negotiations, and ensure stakeholder alignment on permitting strategies.Partner with finance, development, operations, and sales teams to assess financial and operational feasibility of projectsRepresent Edged with AHJs, regulatory agencies, EDCs, and the public while strengthening strategic relationships and development processesCollaborate with internal stakeholders to improve forecasting, risk assessment, and return analysis processesSkills & Requirements Education / Experience5+ years of experience in real estate development, with a strong focus on pre-development and entitlementsBachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Engineering, or related fieldStrong understanding of zoning, land use, permitting, and environmental review processesStrong project budgeting skillsExcellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilitiesProficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to travel up to 50% of the timeSpecific Skills / AbilitiesAbility to coordinate across multiple stakeholders to drive processes to completionStrong ownership over deliverables and adept at pushing through unexpected challengesAdvanced proficiency in Excel and excellent presentation skillsSelf-starter, organized, and attentive to details Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment=High integrityTeam player and positive “can-do” attitudeEEO Statement:Edged is an equal opportunities employer. We believe in ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for all. We assess candidate qualifications and make recruiting decisions based on the experience, capabilities and skills you share with us in your application and applicable materials. Hiring and employment decisions within Edged are not based on religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Total Rewards Statement:This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible