Datacenter Site Selection Manager - Leasing

Summary:Meta designs, builds, leases, and operates the most leading-edge and efficient data centers in the world. Locating, developing and managing this data center infrastructure the "right" way is synonymous with ensuring high uptime, capacity availability, flexibility and capital and operational cost efficiency. Meta is seeking an experienced, organized, and collaborative Site Selection Manager – Leasing to join the Data Center Site Selection team. We are seeking a Data Center Site Selection Manager who has extensive experience negotiating large, complex leasing deals and an extensive knowledge of the legal agreements that accompany them. The Data Center Site Selection Manager should also have experience thinking both strategically and analytically, develop out-of-the-box solutions and can navigate the challenges that accompany leasing projects and portfolios of large magnitude.Required Skills:Datacenter Site Selection Manager – Leasing Responsibilities:Lead data center acquisition and lease contracting negotiationsPerform technical due diligence and validate site viability across energy, land, etc.Manage supplier relationships and best practicesPerform market analysis and develop leasing site selection strategyStay informed of the technical, market, and regulatory developments in the data center industryContribute to organizational strategy and development of leasing standards at MetaTravel domestically (10-25% at times)Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a directly related field, or equivalent practical experience10+ years experience in facilitating, evaluating, or managing data center capacity projectsExperience leading large-scale data center lease negotiationsExperience working with detailed financial models of data center projects and transactions, identifying key risks and sensitivities, and leading all related due diligence efforts (financial, commercial, technical, development)Experience collaborating across multiple internal functions, including legal, compliance, finance, and accountingExperience representing business interests to the leadership teams of potential suppliers, strategic markets, energy suppliers and other stakeholdersProven precise communication skillsExperience synthesizing commercial, regulatory, market, and contractual details to all organizational levelsExperience managing multiple projects and collaborating with internal staff, lease providers, and external stakeholdersProficiency in standard document and analytics platformsProven track record building and running leasing programsFamiliarity with various lease structures (Modified Gross, NNN, YoC, etc.)Preferred Qualifications:Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologiesPublic Compensation:$202,000/year to $273,000/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndustry:InternetEqual Opportunity:Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.J-18808-Ljbffr