Manager, Project Development

Edged has an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about sustainability and eager to be part of an innovative company that’s on a journey to transform the world’s infrastructure. We are seeking a Manager, Project Development, to join the Land Development Team working directly with the Senior Director, Project Development.

The Manager, Project Development needs to be agile, professional, and comfortable in a rapidly changing environment. The right person is trustworthy with confidential information, highly organized, self-motivated, has excellent communication skills, can think strategically, and works equally as well independently as with a team.

Edged is highly selective about the people we bring on board because our ecosystem depends on it. Change happens quickly here, and we must maintain a strong team of honest, communicative, collaborative, open-minded, strategic, reliable, and driven team members. We seek ultra-creatives and superstar performers with self-awareness, a sense of humility, and a hunger to make a positive impact in the world. Edged offers flexibility and endless growth opportunities to those who can harness their skills and talents and identify how and where to use them to add value. We’re a diverse group of bright, passionate, dedicated people, working together to make a real difference. Are you ready to join the journey?

Key ResponsibilitiesInclude but are not limited to:

• Lead site selection efforts by managing end-to-end project tasks including scheduling, progress tracking, and ensuring key milestones are met.
• Identify and evaluate strategic land parcels for acquisition, aligning with company growth objectives and technical requirements.
• Conduct in-depth research on potential sites, analyzing geographical, environmental, regulatory, and logistical factors.
• Perform data-driven analysis to assess site suitability for data center development, including infrastructure access, risk factors, and cost implications.
• Develop comprehensive site evaluation reports, including scoring frameworks, comparative analysis, and executive-ready summaries.
• Conduct market and economic analysis to understand real estate trends, pricing dynamics, and regional development outlooks.
• Benchmark potential sites against industry standards and internal criteria to ensure alignment with operational and sustainability goals.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, development, finance, legal, and sustainability teams throughout the evaluation and approval process.
• Manage documentation and records related to land acquisition, including contracts, due diligence materials, and project milestones.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on site pipeline, acquisition progress, and strategic recommendations.
• Champion sustainability initiatives within site selection, integrating environmental and community impact considerations.
• Coordinate with the Impact team to advance local sustainability projects, including:
• Waste heat reuse strategies
• CO₂ footprint reduction in partnership with utilities
• Agricultural and water stewardship programs

Skills & RequirementsEducation / Experience

• 2-6 years of job experience
• Having a degree in fields such as Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, Urban Planning, Geography, Environmental Science, or Civil EngineeringSpecific Skills / Abilities

• Strong research skills to gather and interpret relevant information about potential sites.
• Efficiently manage time and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions based on research and metrics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey findings and recommendations.
• Basic understanding of project management principles to assist in coordinating site selection activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and stakeholders.

Great Place to WorkEnjoy…

A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation.

A flexible, autonomous work environment.

A culture of respect, learning, and excellence.

Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers.

Growth and travel opportunities.

A team of change-makers having a significant impact on people and the planet.

About Edged

Edged is a fast-growing global network of carbon neutral, zero-water data centers that lead the industry in energy efficiency. The Edged platform is backed by a deep technology stack including advanced waterless cooling, renewable microgrid systems, ultra-clean generators and waste-to-fuel solutions. The platform is designed for rapid deployment and currently has more than a dozen major projects in construction worldwide, with many more in development.

Position: Manager, Project Development

Full-Time or Part-Time: Full-Time

Reports to: Senior Director, Project Development

Location: United States (Remote)

Contact: recruiting@endeavourii.com