Senior Associate, Development & Asset Management

About This RoleCrusoe is building the world’s favorite AI-first cloud infrastructure, powered by clean and renewable energy. We are seeking a Senior Associate to join our Real Estate Development team. In this role, you will drive feasibility analyses, site selection, and financial modeling for large-scale data center projects. You will play a key role in evaluating infrastructure, capital structures, and entitlement pathways that enable Crusoe to expand globally. This is a highly cross-functional position requiring collaboration with finance, construction, engineering, policy, and external partners.A Day In the LifeConduct feasibility analyses for new data center development opportunities, assessing power availability, environmental/geotechnical considerations, substation proximity, fiber availability, latency constraints, and broader infrastructure requirements.Create and manage financial models for infrastructure-intensive developments, including analysis of capitalization structures utilizing both conventional and alternative financing sources.Evaluate site selection factors such as energy access, cooling infrastructure, and permitting requirements.Support capital raising efforts through preparation of development models, offering memoranda, investor outreach reports, and other marketing materials.Present acquisition opportunities and return scenarios to senior leadership, with a focus on land values, infrastructure recovery, and investor alignment.Collaborate with consultants, city officials, and community stakeholders on entitlement and zoning efforts.Prepare and manage RFP processes for general contractors and other vendors.Monitor market trends and provide regular analysis on interest rates and financing conditions.Asset-manage predevelopment sites to optimize interim revenue strategies.Partner with internal teams and external advisors to drive complex mixed-use and data center projects from inception through entitlement and pre-construction.You Will Thrive in this Role ifYou have 3–6 years of experience in real estate development, finance, or related fields (data center or large-scale infrastructure).You are highly skilled in financial modeling, deal structuring, and evaluating capitalization strategies.You are comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams, government officials, and community stakeholders.You bring strong communication and presentation skills, able to influence senior leadership and external partners.You are adept at managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.You have experience with entitlements, permitting, and land development planning.You are proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools; experience with GIS or Argus Enterprise is a plus.This role is required to be onsite in our San Francisco, CA office 5 days/weekBenefitsIndustry 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-termTeladoc401(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; $300 per pay periodCompensationCompensation will be paid in the range of $159,000- $193,000 and Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, 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, sex, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17