CloudHQ LLC
CLOUDHQ - Senior Site Acquisition Specialist
CloudHQ LLC, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Who We Are
Our purpose at CloudHQ is to provide flexible, efficient and resilient data center solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our growing organization was founded by the pioneer of data center REITs. CloudHQ has state-of-the-art data center sites located in two Northern Virginia locations, as well as London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, and Sao Paulo, and we anticipate exponential growth over the next several years both in the US and abroad.
What The Role Entails
The Senior Site Acquisition Specialist will ideally have an existing network in real estate, government affairs, review boards, developers, and capital market groups. He or she must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively, have a keen eye for detail, and effectively navigate uncharted areas.
What You Will Get to Do
Compile and analyze the portfolio of geographical locations and prospective site informationEvaluate site conditions, hazards and limitations relative to risk appetite, proposing strategies and potential site acquisitions, including:Assessing and drawing conclusions on permitting, zoning and land use data; natural hazards, floodplain and climatological data; manmade risks; energy requirements, including renewable energy options; network connectivity and utility availability; water and wastewater availability and cost; environmental, community and social impacts; legal, physical risk and financial implications; design, demand, and incentivesConsolidate, quantify and compare inputs such as these, evaluate cost, design/build risk and schedule implications, and select regions and sites for development.Advising on real estate, engineering, construction, policy, planning, and business development considerationsPartnering with a variety of key stakeholders and global teams including but not limited to Accounting, Development, Operations, Legal/Risk, Tax, Sales, and FinanceProvide assessment of risk and exposures to senior leadership as well as providing continued future guidance to technical teams through the site development phaseLiaise with policymakers and municipalities for the development of business opportunitiesOversee seller, customer, and consultant relationships while coordinating with internal teams; serve as point of contact for buyers, external and internal business owners and vendors as neededIn collaboration with the VP of Site Acquisition, construct and negotiate complex acquisition and lease agreements according to CloudHQ best practices and processPrioritize risk-based mitigation recommendations, partner with key stakeholders and manage projects to successful resolutionDevelop and maintain the annual budget, including effective tracking and benchmarking of infrastructure costs and performance indicatorsManage and drive the continuous risk assessment of our projects and develop long-term metrics to drive continuous improvementRequirements
What You Bring to The Role
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in data center or utilities (energy, telecom) site selection or related experienceProject management experience to deliver multiple high-priority projects simultaneouslyMeticulous attention to detail and keen analytical thinkingExceptional communication skills (written and verbal), including interfacing with senior leadershipAbility to develop and review financial models to understand specific development pro forma and valuation components.General knowledge of data center principles, including design, construction, and operationsAbility to identify process improvements and proactive solutionsAbility to prepare and review deal structuresAbility to negotiate complex lease agreements, acquisition and/or incentive contracts, in cooperation with legal counselSelf-starter with the ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategyKnowledge of infrastructure construction, environmental and social impact assessments, project budgeting and scheduling, project management, government policy and business development and risk assessmentAbility and willingness to travel, primarily in the US for up to 50% of the scheduleProficient skills in Excel, Word, CAD, and CRM softwareOur Ideal Candidate Will Also Possess
A bachelor's degree in real estate development, finance, engineering or a related field.
What We Offer
CloudHQ's people and culture are the most enriching aspects that make us a great place to work. We are strengthened by industry experts who bring extensive knowledge, skill, and experience; leaders who bring vision, innovation and commitment to our people; and an expanding team of individuals who believe in that vision, and bring their best to support their customers and team.
Our employees enjoy competitive compensation and rewarding incentives, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability), 401(k) with match, 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, development opportunities, and the ability to closely impact and contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization.
Equal Employment Opportunity
CloudHQ is an equal-employee-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Full-time
Description
Who We Are
Our purpose at CloudHQ is to provide flexible, efficient and resilient data center solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our growing organization was founded by the pioneer of data center REITs. CloudHQ has state-of-the-art data center sites located in two Northern Virginia locations, as well as London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, and Sao Paulo, and we anticipate exponential growth over the next several years both in the US and abroad.
What The Role Entails
The Senior Site Acquisition Specialist will ideally have an existing network in real estate, government affairs, review boards, developers, and capital market groups. He or she must have the ability to work independently and collaboratively, have a keen eye for detail, and effectively navigate uncharted areas.
What You Will Get to Do
Compile and analyze the portfolio of geographical locations and prospective site informationEvaluate site conditions, hazards and limitations relative to risk appetite, proposing strategies and potential site acquisitions, including:Assessing and drawing conclusions on permitting, zoning and land use data; natural hazards, floodplain and climatological data; manmade risks; energy requirements, including renewable energy options; network connectivity and utility availability; water and wastewater availability and cost; environmental, community and social impacts; legal, physical risk and financial implications; design, demand, and incentivesConsolidate, quantify and compare inputs such as these, evaluate cost, design/build risk and schedule implications, and select regions and sites for development.Advising on real estate, engineering, construction, policy, planning, and business development considerationsPartnering with a variety of key stakeholders and global teams including but not limited to Accounting, Development, Operations, Legal/Risk, Tax, Sales, and FinanceProvide assessment of risk and exposures to senior leadership as well as providing continued future guidance to technical teams through the site development phaseLiaise with policymakers and municipalities for the development of business opportunitiesOversee seller, customer, and consultant relationships while coordinating with internal teams; serve as point of contact for buyers, external and internal business owners and vendors as neededIn collaboration with the VP of Site Acquisition, construct and negotiate complex acquisition and lease agreements according to CloudHQ best practices and processPrioritize risk-based mitigation recommendations, partner with key stakeholders and manage projects to successful resolutionDevelop and maintain the annual budget, including effective tracking and benchmarking of infrastructure costs and performance indicatorsManage and drive the continuous risk assessment of our projects and develop long-term metrics to drive continuous improvementRequirements
What You Bring to The Role
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in data center or utilities (energy, telecom) site selection or related experienceProject management experience to deliver multiple high-priority projects simultaneouslyMeticulous attention to detail and keen analytical thinkingExceptional communication skills (written and verbal), including interfacing with senior leadershipAbility to develop and review financial models to understand specific development pro forma and valuation components.General knowledge of data center principles, including design, construction, and operationsAbility to identify process improvements and proactive solutionsAbility to prepare and review deal structuresAbility to negotiate complex lease agreements, acquisition and/or incentive contracts, in cooperation with legal counselSelf-starter with the ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategyKnowledge of infrastructure construction, environmental and social impact assessments, project budgeting and scheduling, project management, government policy and business development and risk assessmentAbility and willingness to travel, primarily in the US for up to 50% of the scheduleProficient skills in Excel, Word, CAD, and CRM softwareOur Ideal Candidate Will Also Possess
A bachelor's degree in real estate development, finance, engineering or a related field.
What We Offer
CloudHQ's people and culture are the most enriching aspects that make us a great place to work. We are strengthened by industry experts who bring extensive knowledge, skill, and experience; leaders who bring vision, innovation and commitment to our people; and an expanding team of individuals who believe in that vision, and bring their best to support their customers and team.
Our employees enjoy competitive compensation and rewarding incentives, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability), 401(k) with match, 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, development opportunities, and the ability to closely impact and contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization.
Equal Employment Opportunity
CloudHQ is an equal-employee-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.