Site Acquisition Development Director DACH

Job Purpose

Yondr is revolutionising the real estate and technology industries. We provide wholly outsourced, end-to-end solutions to meet the capacity and property needs of growing businesses. In the process, we improve business performance, create enriching user experiences, and meet tomorrow’s needs today. 

But we can’t do it without you.

We believe in a tomorrow without constraints and making the impossible possible for our clients. Thinking out of the box and not settling for less, is crucial.

The role

The Site Acquisition Development Director - DACH plays a critical role in overseeing and managing the entire real estate development process from concept to completion. This position requires a deep understanding of the DACH market, project management, financial analysis, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, both internally and externally, to bring development projects to fruition.

This role will work closely with our design, construction, delivery, legal, security, utilities, commercial, and operations teams throughout each project, and will be responsible for preparing and presenting periodic executive presentations. Role requires strengths in stakeholder management, analytics, negotiation, and a drive to execute.

Main responsibilities

/ Research, identify, and qualify land opportunities through market analysis, networking, and field investigation

/ Develop and implement comprehensive real estate development strategies in alignment with the organisation's goals and objectives./ Present strategic opportunities to the Executive Leadership Team for buy-in and approval to pursue./ Conduct thorough financial analysis, including cost estimation, revenue projections, and risk assessment, to determine project viability and profitability./ Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.

/ Lead complex transaction negotiations to acquire land and coordinate with stakeholders to secure power contracts, ensuring alignment with the site’s overall development strategy.
/ Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution. Manage relationships with investors, financial institutions, government agencies, and community members.
/ Assist in negotiating contracts with architects, contractors, consultants, and other vendors to secure the necessary services for project development.
/ Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with real estate development projects, including legal, financial, and operational risks.
/ Stay informed about current real estate market trends, competitor activities, and emerging industry developments to make informed decisions.

/ Prepare regular progress reports, financial updates, and presentations for senior management, investors, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications and experience 

/ Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

/ Leadership experience in site selection for industrial-scale projects, real estate evaluation, acquisition, development, construction, lease agreements, infrastructure delivery, and general awareness of utility agreements, sustainable practices, and financial modelling. 

/ Experience negotiating complex real estate transactions.

/ Excellent problem solver with the ability to operate in fast pace, ambiguous environment.

/ Knowledge of the Data Centre industry, operators in German and market dynamics.

/ Experience in leading complex negotiations, contract formation, and contract negotiations. 

/ Established relationship with German utility providers will be an advantage

/ Strong collaborator, working closely with multiple teams and subject matter experts, driving and resolving questions effectively.  

/ Confident, takes ownership, willingness to do what it takes to get the job done with proven experience leading complex negotiations/initiatives to successful completion. 

/ Ability to contribute consistently and positively in a high-paced, fast-changing and at time unpredictable work environment.  

/ Ability to be a strong team player, plus an ability to deliver independently; must be able to deliver results or projects in a timely manner.

/ Fluent German and English

/ Ability to travel across EMEA