Land Development Manager

FinlandPosted Jul 21, 2026
Manage the development, permitting and approvals process for projects to enable new data centre development and construction in Finland and Norway 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 for the projects and lead progress through decision stage gates and into construction Negotiate development agreements with real estate developers and support site seller negotiations Scope and negotiate local infrastructure improvements with AHJs Work with partner teams to deliver utility easements and water connections Prepare and present reports on project 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 Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction, Real Estate, Urban Planning or equivalent area Substantial experience in real estate or infrastructure project development Experience delivering zoning, permits, planning and other development approvals for large scale and/or complex construction projects Experience managing a portfolio of projects and associated deliverables, 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 Proficiency in relevant local languages Community Engagement and Stakeholder engagement experience Mission critical design and/or construction experience Experience in delivering projects in multiple jurisdictions Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and high standards for quality of deliverables. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

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