OpenAI
Land Development & Due Diligence Lead
$199K–$327K
US - Remote · Remote · Full-time · Posted Jul 27, 2026
- Experience
- 8+ years in land development, civil/environmental engineering, or data center diligence.
About the job
Leads site diligence and development reviews to determine whether land opportunities are buildable, compliant, cost-effective, and ready for infrastructure development.
What you'll do
- Lead technical diligence across geotechnical, soils, title/ALTA surveys, mineral rights, and access; evaluate permitting and site constraints.
- Manage consultants, feasibility studies, environmental assessments, and permitting schedules; recommend go/no-go decisions with risks and mitigations.
- Develop diligence templates and playbooks, and report site readiness, risks, milestones, and program performance to executives.
What they ask for
- Knowledge of permitting, entitlements, and AHJ engagement.
- Strong project management and technical review skills.
- Experience managing consultants and interpreting complex studies.
- Ability to communicate updates and track key performance indicators.
Pay
$199K – $327K USD base salary
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