Development Manager

Position: Development Manager

Overview

Tract is a team of digital infrastructure experts dedicated to accelerating responsible data center growth by developing master-planned data center parks with access to pre-positioned power and fiber in key markets where hyperscale and wholesale demand is growing. Our approach is collaborative with cities and counties to ensure that development is targeted for the optimal locations to maximize revenue and economic development benefits for the community while being good stewards of the land and minimizing the impact on neighborhoods. Tract is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with real estate holdings throughout the United States.

Position Overview

The Development Manager will be a key position as Tract’s primary lead in the development efforts in selected markets, interfacing with local governments, technical consultants, and contractors.  The Development Manager will collaborate with a matrixed set of stakeholders, focusing on all stages of the development process such as site selection, diligence, master planning, zoning/entitlements, permitting, extending infrastructure, and supporting earthworks specific to data center campus uses.  They will act as the technical land development lead and project champion throughout the development process, managing the project strategy and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.  A strong Development Manager candidate demonstrates a unique ability to blend project management and site development skills and are proactive in generating creative solutions to address the complexities of large-scale development projects.  Moreover, they must exhibit tenacity and a results-driven mindset where effective communication and partnership-building with both internal and external stakeholders is key.  

This is an exciting role with an opportunity to build skills, leverage experienced mentorship, and grow within a dynamic company on the cutting edge of data center campus development. 

Job Responsibilities

In addition to other duties assigned by supervisors, the Development Manager will have the following key primary functional responsibilities: 

Project Management

• Lead site inquiry and diligence efforts to evaluate prospective sites, identifying risks and opportunities.

• Manage multiple development projects across diverse jurisdictions.

• Oversee local due diligence processes and coordinate cross-functional teams.

• Contribute to master planning and provide strategic input on land planning concepts.

• Drive the entitlement process, ensuring timely submission and execution of permits to meet project milestones.

• Prepare RFPs for consultants and engineers, negotiate terms, and recommend awards to management.

• Coordinate and manage contractors, engineers, and consultants for land improvement projects.

• Support utility planning and maintain relationships with public utility entities.

• Serve as the primary point of communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• Provide project-level strategic guidance to management, including updates through reports and dashboards.

• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.

• Uphold company Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) standards.

• Contribute to the development of scalable tools and processes to improve project delivery and communication.

Government & Regulatory Interface

• Represent the company in interactions with local governments, planning/zoning commissions, and public works staff.

• Attend City Council and County Supervisor meetings as required.

• Collaborate with local assessors, clerks, and state/local Economic Development Offices.

• Support entitlement and permitting processes, including securing easements and Rights of Way.

Community Engagement

• Act as a positive representative of Tract, consistently reflecting company values within the community.

• Build and maintain relationships with adjacent neighbors and community groups

Required Traits, Expertise, and Skills

• Responsible, ethical, and collaborative mindset with a can-do attitude and pride in work product 

• Ability to manage projects and teams to successful and predictable conclusion 

• Ability to problem solve, leveraging independent analysis, local relationships, corporate resources, and executive support 

• Strong work ethic, with ability to manage time and energy independently toward well-understood target outcomes 

• Curiosity coupled with the ability to network in structured and unstructured environments to quickly identify, understand and communicate opportunities and challenges  

• Detail oriented to support data-driven analysis and decision making 

• Strong written communication skills including internal reports and dashboards and external land use applications

• Strong verbal communication skills including internal presentations and public speaking at local government meetings 

• Ability to collaborate with and guide both external teams and internal teams 

• Baseline financial expertise, including budgeting and managing project expenses

• Eagerness to be a part of building something unique, special, and valuable in a dynamic environment with a top-notch team 

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following: Engineering, Real Estate Development, Architecture, Planning, or equivalent.    
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in large-scale land development, civil engineering, site planning, and/or construction.  Current or past Professional Engineer licensure greatly preferred. Data center, utility, or telecom engineering experience greatly preferred.  

Annual Compensation Range: $150,000 - $160,000 Base Salary + Discretionary Bonus

Location: Denver, CO

Travel: Position may require significant travel 

Tract Employment

Tract employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO. 

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the organization's ongoing needs.

Tract is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at  [email protected].