Vice President, Data Center Development

Vice President, Data Center Development - Miami, FL

A high-growth North American digital infrastructure company is seeking a VP of Data Center Development to drive the preconstruction execution of large-scale data center projects across the US.

With a strong pipeline of sites already secured, this role is focused on what comes next — getting them built-ready. You'll lead all predevelopment activity from due diligence through entitlements, permitting, and utility coordination, handing off fully de-risked projects to the construction team.

Just as importantly, this is a genuine build opportunity. The function is yours to shape — you'll define how development gets done, build the team around you, and establish the processes and partnerships that will underpin the company's growth for years to come.

• Build, lead, and scale the data center development function
• Lead technical and regulatory due diligence on acquired sites
• Own the entitlements and permitting process across multiple jurisdictions
• Coordinate with utilities on power delivery, interconnection agreements, and capacity commitments
• Manage external consultants, engineers, and local advisors through the preconstruction phase
• Work closely with construction, finance, and operations to ensure seamless project handoff
• Track and report development progress across a multi-site portfolio

• 10+ years in data center and/or energy preconstruction / development
• Deep experience with entitlements, permitting, and utility coordination
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously across different markets
• Strong relationships with utilities, municipalities, and regulatory bodies
• A builder — someone who thrives creating structure and process where little existed before
• Based in or willing to relocate to Miami

The pipeline is real, the capital is committed, and the mandate is clear. This is a rare chance to own a critical function at a pivotal moment in the company's growth — and leave a real mark on how it scales.