{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"91ea1a8c413b5cf94697a6ec","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/91ea1a8c413b5cf94697a6ec","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/91ea1a8c413b5cf94697a6ec","title":"Development Program Manager","description":"ROLE OVERVIEW\nNscale is seeking a Development Program Manager to be the organizational backbone of our Americas data center development team — building and maintaining the processes, folder structures, dashboards, and reporting cadence that keep a fast-moving site development pipeline organized, transparent, and on schedule. Reporting to the SVP, Site Selection, you will design how the team works, both internally and across the broader organization.\nThis is a process-building and program-coordination role, not an administrative or executive-assistant role. You will own the systems, standards, and reporting rhythm that make the team more effective — leveraging AI tools and partnering with dedicated Data, IT, and platform teams to build and maintain them — while the project teams remain responsible for inputting data and following the processes you establish. You will not need to build every system single-handedly; your job is to help the development team get organized, efficient, and effective, running on clear, well-maintained, AI-enabled workflows.\nPROCESS DESIGN & KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT\nDesign, document, and maintain the team's folder structure, file-naming conventions, and document management standards so information is consistent, discoverable, and version-controlled across the site portfolio\nStand up and own intra-team processes for site intake and evaluation — from initial opportunity capture through screening, due diligence, and go/no-go decisions\nEstablish clear playbooks, templates, and checklists, and ensure they are consistently followed and kept current as the team scales\nAct as the process owner and single source of truth, driving adoption while holding project teams accountable for timely, accurate data input\nREPORTING & DASHBOARDS\nPartner with the development team, Data/IT, and platform teams to design and stand up project reporting dashboards covering diligence status, contract and purchase deadlines, and pipeline tracking (sites passed on vs. advanced to development)\nDefine the data model, inputs, and refresh cadence for each dashboard, and maintain data integrity and reporting standards over time\nSurface risks, upcoming deadlines, and bottlenecks proactively so the team can act before issues escalate\nContinuously improve dashboards and reporting based on stakeholder feedback and evolving pipeline needs\nAI-ENABLED TOOLS & AUTOMATION\nLeverage AI tools — with support from internal Data, IT, and platform teams — to build, automate, and maintain the team's processes, dashboards, and reporting, reducing manual effort and improving speed and accuracy\nIdentify opportunities to automate recurring workflows (data capture, status roll-ups, deadline tracking, and meeting preparation) and implement practical, low-friction solutions\nEvaluate and adopt new AI and productivity tools, and train the team on how to use them effectively\nChampion an AI-first, continuous-improvement mindset across the team's operating processes\nLEADERSHIP REPORTING & COMMUNICATION\nCoordinate and help produce a fortnightly leadership presentation on the development pipeline and site progress, consolidating inputs from across the team into a clear, executive-ready deck\nTranslate diligence status, milestones, risks, and decisions into concise narratives and visuals for senior leadership\nOwn the reporting calendar and inputs so materials are accurate, consistent, and delivered on time\nCapture decisions and follow-ups from leadership reviews and track them to closure\nCROSS-FUNCTIONAL COORDINATION\nCoordinate with Construction, Delivery, Power, Design, and other support functions to bring their expertise and input into the evaluation of potential sites\nRun the cadence of cross-functional touchpoints — scheduling, agendas, inputs, and follow-ups — that keeps site evaluations moving\nServe as the connective tissue between the development team and the broader organization, improving how the team works together and with partner functions\nIdentify process gaps and friction points across teams and drive practical improvements\nQUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Real Estate, Construction Management, Information Systems, or a relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience\n5+ years of related experience in project or program coordination, PMO or business operations, or a similar process-oriented role\nDemonstrated track record building and maintaining processes, workflows, and reporting that others adopt and follow\nProficiency with collaboration and document management platforms\nStrong proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office tools, especially building executive-ready presentations\nExceptional organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage many concurrent workstreams\nExcellent communicator able to drive process adoption and influence without direct authority\nWillingness to travel up to 15% based on business needs\nNICE TO HAVE\nHands-on experience leveraging AI tools to build and automate processes, dashboards, or reporting\nFamiliarity with dashboarding / BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker — Nscale has dedicated Data and IT teams to help build and maintain these, so deep specialization is not required\nExposure to Palantir Foundry or similar data / ontology platforms\nData center, real estate, infrastructure, or construction industry experience\nABOUT NSCALE\nNscale is taking on the hyperscalers by building a vertically integrated GenAI cloud platform. We own the data centers, software, and applications that power today's AI stack using sustainable technology solutions. We thrive on a culture of relentless innovation, ownership, and accountability, where every team member takes pride in their work and drives it with excellence and urgency. As an Nscaler, you'll build trust through openness and transparency, where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Collaboration is key, and we work together swiftly and respectfully, embracing adaptability and resilience in all we do.\nOUR VALUES\nRelentless Innovation — At Nscale, we constantly push the boundaries of innovation, embracing creative risks to shape the future. Our aim is to deliver products that not only meet but exceed today's expectations, setting new standards for tomorrow.\nOwnership and Accountability — Every Nscaler is fully accountable for their work, driving it with excellence and urgency. We set high standards, ensuring that our contributions are not just good but exceptional.\nOpenness and Transparency — We believe trust and transparency are key to our success. We maintain open communication within our teams and with stakeholders, sharing both successes and challenges.\nCustomer-Centric Focus — Our customers are central to our mission. We focus on deeply understanding their needs and challenges, striving to exceed expectations in both product quality and service.\nSustainability — We integrate sustainability into our operations and product development, ensuring that our innovations are both effective and responsible.\nFull-Speed Collaboration — Collaboration at Nscale is fast, efficient, and respectful. We work together seamlessly, with clear communication and mutual respect.\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITIES\nAt Nscale, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 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Reporting to the SVP, Site Selection, you will design how the team works, both internally and across the broader organization.\nThis is a process-building and program-coordination role, not an administrative or executive-assistant role. You will own the systems, standards, and reporting rhythm that make the team more effective — leveraging AI tools and partnering with dedicated Data, IT, and platform teams to build and maintain them — while the project teams remain responsible for inputting data and following the processes you establish. 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We own the data centers, software, and applications that power today's AI stack using sustainable technology solutions. We thrive on a culture of relentless innovation, ownership, and accountability, where every team member takes pride in their work and drives it with excellence and urgency. As an Nscaler, you'll build trust through openness and transparency, where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Collaboration is key, and we work together swiftly and respectfully, embracing adaptability and resilience in all we do.\nOUR VALUES\nRelentless Innovation — At Nscale, we constantly push the boundaries of innovation, embracing creative risks to shape the future. Our aim is to deliver products that not only meet but exceed today's expectations, setting new standards for tomorrow.\nOwnership and Accountability — Every Nscaler is fully accountable for their work, driving it with excellence and urgency. We set high standards, ensuring that our contributions are not just good but exceptional.\nOpenness and Transparency — We believe trust and transparency are key to our success. We maintain open communication within our teams and with stakeholders, sharing both successes and challenges.\nCustomer-Centric Focus — Our customers are central to our mission. We focus on deeply understanding their needs and challenges, striving to exceed expectations in both product quality and service.\nSustainability — We integrate sustainability into our operations and product development, ensuring that our innovations are both effective and responsible.\nFull-Speed Collaboration — Collaboration at Nscale is fast, efficient, and respectful. We work together seamlessly, with clear communication and mutual respect.\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITIES\nAt Nscale, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. 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