Senior Director, Development

Crusoe is building the World's Favorite AI-first Cloud infrastructure company. We're pioneering vertically integrated, purpose-built AI infrastructure solutions trusted by Fortune 500 companies to power their most advanced AI applications. Crusoe is redefining AI cloud infrastructure, with a mission to align the future of computing with the future of the climate. Our AI platform is recognized as the "gold standard" for reliability and performance. Our data centers are optimized for AI workloads and are powered by clean, renewable energy.Be part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you\'ll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that's setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.About the Role:Crusoe is seeking a Senior Development Manager to lead the execution of our large-scale AI data center projects, each exceeding $1B in scope. This role will be central to the successful delivery of our multi-phase campuses, overseeing everything from lease and JV documentation to lender coordination, contractor management, and budget governance.You will serve as the primary development leader on critical projects, ensuring flawless delivery while protecting key tenant relationships, financial targets, and executional risk. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring legal, financial, and construction acumen.What You\'ll Be Working On:Lead the development and execution of Crusoe's multi-billion dollar data center campuses, from initial planning through deliveryManage project-level joint venture agreements, lease documents, loan agreements, and entitlement approvalsServe as the primary point of contact with lenders, tenants, government agencies, and internal stakeholdersDirect construction managers, engineering teams, and third-party consultantsBuild and maintain master project schedules, aligning design, permitting, and construction milestonesIdentify and proactively resolve execution risks before they impact deliveryOwn project-level P&L, budget governance, and reportingHelp scale Crusoe's development function by mentoring future hires and contributing to long-term org designWhat You\'ll Bring to the Team:Minimum 10 years of experience in real estate development, preferably in office, industrial, life sciences, or infrastructureStrong working knowledge of JV structuring, lease negotiations, construction contracts, and financingProven track record of managing complex $500M+ development projects end-to-endAbility to operate at both strategic and executional levels with limited oversightBackground in law, finance, or engineering preferredExperience working in entrepreneurial environments with a bias toward actionBased in or willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay AreaBonus Points:Prior exposure to data centers or digital infrastructureExperience with carried interest structures or development-driven incentive programsFamiliarity with utility coordination, permitting timelines, and municipal approval processesBackground in investment banking, institutional real estate, or legal advisory rolesBenefits:Industry competitive payRestricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology companyHealth insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependentsEmployer contributions to HSA accountsPaid Parental LeavePaid life insurance, short-term and long-term disabilityTeladoc401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salaryGenerous paid time off and holiday scheduleCell phone reimbursementTuition reimbursementSubscription to the Calm appMetLife LegalCompany paid commuter benefit; $200/monthCompensation RangeCompensation will be paid in the range of up to $260,000 - $325,000+ Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.J-18808-Ljbffr