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The MS data centre development portfolio consists of complex, large scale, multi-year data centre construction projects. The Microsoft Data Centre Land Development team supports the development and delivery of Microsoft’s data centre portfolio from site selection through zoning, design, permitting, construction and handover to operations.

Microsoft is looking for a Land Development Metro Lead in Ireland to have a key role in coordinating across internal teams (e.g. Land Acquisition, Engineering and Design, Construction, Government Affairs, Community Engagement etc.) to ensure delivery of construction-ready data centre sites. They will deliver planning permission and permitting for the data centre development and will be accountable for the execution of comprehensive permitting programs and supporting infrastructure delivery.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and permitting and approvals process for projects to enable new data centre development and construction

• Conduct comprehensive assessments throughout due diligence, design and construction and coordinate with key counterparts to develop permitting and project delivery strategies in order to minimise risk

• Own the land development budget and cashflow for the projects and lead progress through decision gates and into construction

• Negotiate development agreements with property developers, and support site seller negotiations

• Lead stakeholder engagement and represent Microsoft in key meetings with applicable authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), regulatory agencies, local politicians and other external stakeholders to facilitate data centre development

• Scope and negotiate local infrastructure improvements with AHJs

• Work with partner teams to ensure delivery of environment permits, utility easements and water connections

• Own, with project controls support, the permit management data and prepare and present reports on progress and potential risks to internal and external audiences 

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to identify innovative solutions to meet permitting requirements and facilitate timely approvals to resolve potential delays to construction or other activities

• Work with construction and operation teams to hand over permits and facilitate future compliance

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Property Development, Construction, Real Estate, Urban Planning or equivalent area

• Substantial experience in real estate or infrastructure project development

• Experience negotiating and delivering zoning, permits, planning and other development approvals for large scale and/or complex construction projects

• Experience managing a portfolio of projects and associated budgets and schedules

• Ability to establish and maintain cross-functional and positive working relationships with internal and external teams including environmental consultants, attorneys, contractors, and regulatory agencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and high standards for quality of deliverables.

• Fluent in English

Preferred:

• Community Engagement and Stakeholder engagement experience

• Chartered Surveyor or equivalent experience

• Experience in delivering projects in multiple jurisdictions

These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Keywords : Data Center Development; Data Center Site Selection; Infrastructure Land Development; Real Estate Property Development; Real Estate Manager; Zoning; Planning Permissions; permits

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .