Company

Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 4.5 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 6.2 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties. Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning, and operating renewable energy projects.  We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US.

Job Purpose

The Development Associate/Manager will support data center development activities within Longroad’s Strategic Partnerships and M&A function. As data centers represent a new and evolving component of Longroad’s development portfolio, this role will focus on advancing development-related workstreams for data center opportunities in the Longroad pipeline. Working under the direction of the Sr. Manager, Strategic Partnerships, this role will assist with evaluating sites, advancing real estate and permitting activities, coordinating development due diligence, and supporting cross-functional teams to de-risk projects during and following transaction execution. The role will work across all U.S. power markets, collaborating closely with internal energy development, power markets, engineering, legal, and finance teams, as well as external consultants and partners. Success in this role will be measured by the ability to effectively support data center projects through key development milestones and ultimately achieve commercial operation. This role may be hired at the Associate or Manager level depending on experience. 

Key Responsibilities

Data Center Development Support

• Support advancement of data center development activities for projects in the Longroad pipeline of existing energy and datacenter projects as well as acquisition opportunities. 
• Assist with site-level evaluation and diligence, including zoning, land use, environmental constraints, access, utilities, and infrastructure readiness
• Support land-related activities, including reviewing purchase agreements, options, leases, easements, title, and survey in coordination with legal and real estate teams
• Help track and advance entitlement and permitting processes, including rezoning, site plan approvals, and local/state permits

Due Diligence & Transaction Support

• Assist in coordinating development-related due diligence during transaction evaluation and execution, including:
  • Surveys and title review
  • Environmental and geotechnical studies
  • Local permitting and entitlement status
  • Infrastructure and utility constraints
• Compile and synthesize development inputs for internal investment memos, transaction materials, and leadership updates
• Support integration of acquired or partnered projects into Longroad’s development processes post-close

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work with internal teams (energy development, power markets, engineering, interconnection, legal, finance, government affairs) to align development activities with transaction timelines and investment objectives
• Coordinate with third-party consultants to support development studies, schedules, and cost estimates
• Assist with tracking project schedules, budgets, risks, and key milestones across multiple data center opportunities

Market & Portfolio Support

• Help maintain an organized pipeline of data center opportunities under evaluation or advancement through Strategic Partnerships
• Support development of internal knowledge, templates, and best practices related to data center site development
• Assist senior team members with market research related to data center development trends, siting requirements, and infrastructure considerations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in real estate development, infrastructure development, or large-scale industrial/commercial projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting development activities such as site diligence, permitting, land use, or infrastructure coordination.
• Experience working with cross-functional internal teams and external consultants.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel 20% as needed across U.S. markets.
• Ability to walk undeveloped land and active project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (real estate, engineering, planning, business, or related field preferred).
• Direct experience with data center development (real estate, infrastructure, or power-related), strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting projects tied to M&A, joint ventures, or strategic partnerships.
• Familiarity with power markets, utility coordination, or power-constrained site development.
• Experience working across multiple jurisdictions and permitting environments.

Key Competencies for Success

• Strong attention to detail with an ability to synthesize complex development information.
• Comfort operating in a supporting role within transaction-driven environments.
• Ability to learn quickly in a new asset class and contribute to building internal capability.
• Collaborative, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Strong professional judgment and discretion when working on transactions.
• Alignment with Longroad’s SHINE values

Other

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Benefits of Working at Longroad Energy We are dedicated to providing our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers. Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood. Learn more about our employee benefits.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter - at Longroad, in our industry, in our communities, and in society at large. We embrace our responsibility to build and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working experience and drive change where we live and operate. We work to actively promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster a supportive space that empowers everyone at Longroad to learn about, discuss and ask questions related to embracing and honoring identity. We collaborate with our community, colleagues, and industry in the ongoing pursuit of evolving and growing an inclusive and diverse environment. Learn more about our DEI commitment.

Longroad Energy Values At Longroad, we SHINE. We aim to be the most trusted renewable energy company on the long road to a green future. We are an experienced team of problem solvers and promise-keepers who develop sustainable solutions that meet today’s challenges and make a lasting impact on people and our planet. Learn more about our SHINE values.
Longroad Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EOE”). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other legally protected status. Longroad Energy prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.