Job Description

EdgeCore Digital Infrastructure serves the world’s largest cloud and internet companies with both ready-for-occupancy and build-to-suit data center campuses that are designed for density. Privately held and backed by committed equity to fund an aggregate amount of over USD $16.5 billion in development, EdgeCore enables hyperscale customer requirements by proactively investing in regions that provide the land and power necessary to support and scale AI and cloud technology. While working thoughtfully with the communities in which we do business, our data center campuses are built at scale to meet key performance specifications, safety metrics and sustainability objectives. EdgeCore has data center campuses in six North American markets with plans to expand into new regions in 2026 and beyond. For more information, please visit edgecore.com.

Career Opportunity

We are seeking a Front-End Development Director to join our growing Design and Construction team. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Design, this newly created role will support all pre‑development technical due diligence efforts, including assisting with land‑use and zoning activities—such as research, agency coordination, and securing related permits—while taking full ownership of the entire site plan approval process. This role will manage all required design consultants, cross‑functional partners, regulatory submissions, and approval milestones to ensure complete, compliant, and timely delivery of the site plan package.

As a critical member of the Design & Construction (D&C) organization, this role will play a key part in the early evaluation of potential data center developments. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including Land Acquisition and Legal, as well as external consultants, to ensure comprehensive site assessments and accurate development scheduling.

• Plan, direct, and manage all design vendors required to deliver a complete site plan approval package, including coordinating with procurement and issuing scopes of work. This includes, but is not limited to, Civil, Architectural, MEP, Geotech, Environmental, and Sound Consultants.
• Collaborate with EdgeCore’s Power and Utility team and local utility providers to ensure the site plan approval package incorporates all pertinent information related to power equipment.
• Partner with EdgeCore Legal to address and secure any bonds, plats, and deeds necessary for site plan approval.
• Participate in all building design meetings through IFP, ensuring that provisions from the site plan approval package and any proffers/zoning requirements are maintained in the design.
• Assist in Due Diligence/Feasibility analysis of projects prior to acquisition.
• Assist in obtaining entitlements for projects, including all governmental approvals, negotiations with public agencies, and assist with representation at public meetings.
• Assist in land use, zoning, site plan, engineering and development approvals and permits from various regulatory agencies for prospective land acquisitions.
• Work closely with EdgeCore Preconstruction and General Contractor (GC) Preconstruction teams to conduct cost analyses related to building orientation and size during the site plan approval process.
• Guide the team through any site plan amendments needed, ensuring alignment with approvals, zoning, and project objectives.
• Responsible for delivery of strategy development with support from our GC.
• Coordinate forecasting of GC resources to meet program demand.
• Localize planning to account for site/market-specific conditions and constraints.
• Maintain integrated pre-development design and permit budgets and schedule/calendar/resource model to support development pipeline.
• Support Operations team with site logistics coordination.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders in the development and management of Lessons Learned documentation.
• Promote and model an attitude of continuous improvement, partnership, and teamwork in behaviors and communications.
• Ability to travel up to 15%; may change based on the needs of the business.
• Security is a shared responsibility. All employees are required to comply with company security policies and procedures and to help protect company information, systems, and assets in the course of their daily work.

Your Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, business management, or related field.
• Proven experience communicating effectively with City/County Planners and other Government Officials.
• 10+ years of experience in the construction industry, which could consist of general contracting, owner’s representation, commercial development, engineering & design, or similar.
• Strong understanding of zoning, permitting, and site plan approval processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple vendors and coordinate procurement activities.
• Familiarity with utility and power infrastructure requirements for large-scale developments.
• Experience collaborating with legal teams on bonds, permits, and compliance matters.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, or other construction project management software or are willing to learn.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of work activity sequence, durations, and critical path method.
• A team player with a strong and natural affinity for learning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

What We Offer

• This is a full-time salaried position, including equity compensation and a performance-based annual bonus.
• Base salary range is $180,000-220,000, depending on experience.
• This role requires in-office presence four days per week.
• This role is located in Sterling, Virginia, with free on-site parking.
• Medical, dental & vision insurance coverage, including a $0-premium medical plan option (employee only enrollment level).
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Limited-Purpose FSA, and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution.
• 160 hours of paid time off annually, plus 11 paid holidays, 7 sick days, and 8 hours of volunteer time each year.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company contribution.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Company sponsored employee assistance and discount programs.
• Paid parental leave for eligible new parents (birthing and non-birthing), available after meeting service requirements.
• Confidential support services for employees and their families, including counseling, financial guidance, and legal resources through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company-sponsored educational reimbursement for approved courses and certifications.
• Access to company-sponsored discount programs and employee well-being resources.

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