--- title: 'Manager, Land Development at Keel Infrastructure' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/manager-land-development-keel-infrastructure-pittsburgh-pa-9fphr8xyvgm1' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-16' --- # Manager, Land Development at Keel Infrastructure - **Company:** Keel Infrastructure - **Location:** Pittsburgh PA, United States - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-08-12 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-16 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/keelinfrastructure/jobs/5387486008 ## Job description Careers at Keel Keel Infrastructure is a publicly traded energy and digital infrastructure company that develops and owns data centers and power assets across North America. At Keel, you’re not just joining a company, you’re helping build the infrastructure behind the future of compute. ## Why Keel We’re at the intersection of energy and technology, two industries transforming in real time. The work is complex. The pace is fast. The impact is real. You’ll be part of a team that values: - Ownership — we take responsibility and follow through - Collaboration — we work across teams, functions, and borders - Curiosity — we ask questions and keep learning - Endurance — we build for the long term What It Feels Like to Work Here - Fast-moving, high-growth, and hands-on - Smart, driven people solving real challenges together - Work that directly supports AI and next-generation infrastructure - Room to grow, stretch, and take on more ## What We Offer - Competitive salary, bonus and equity opportunities - Comprehensive health and wellness benefits - Retirement savings with company contribution - Employee referral program Interested? This is a great opportunity to work for a young and dynamic company! We are currently looking for a Manager, Land Development to join our team! ## Role Summary The Manager, Land Development provides land development engineering support across Keel Infrastructure's HPC data center and energy infrastructure portfolio from initial site due diligence through entitlement, design, and construction. This role bridges land development, engineering, and entitlement work — supporting due diligence, coordinating civil engineering design and consultants, and supporting the entitlement and permitting process — to keep projects moving on schedule toward construction and energization. This role partners closely with the VP, Land Development & Entitlements and the Site Acquisition, Due Diligence, Construction, and Operations teams throughout the project lifecycle. ## Key Responsibilities Site Due Diligence & Feasibility - Supports engineering due diligence for prospective sites, including preliminary grading, utility availability, geotechnical, floodplain, and site constraints analysis. - Coordinates site assessments, surveys, and studies with third-party consultants during acquisition and leasing evaluation. - Evaluates site feasibility and constructability for prospective land acquisitions and other siting needs. - Prepares due diligence summaries and risk assessments to support corporate development decision-making. Entitlements & Land Use - Supports preparation and submission of entitlement applications — rezoning, conditional use, variance, and site plan approval — with local jurisdictions. - Coordinates with land use attorneys, planners, and municipal officials throughout the entitlement process. - Tracks entitlement schedules and milestones across the project portfolio and flags risks to project timelines. - Represents the company at municipal meetings, planning commission hearings, and public hearings as needed. Engineering Design Support - Provides engineering oversight and review of civil design packages — grading, drainage, utilities, and roadways — prepared by outside consultants. - Coordinates geotechnical, survey, and environmental studies to inform site design. - Reviews site plans and design documents for conformance with entitlement conditions and jurisdictional requirements. - Partners with the Civil Engineering and Environmental Permitting teams on integrated site design. Construction Phase Support - Supports construction teams with bid packages, construction contracts, inspection, and engineering and land development questions during construction. - Coordinates resolution of field conditions related to site design, easements, and property boundaries. - Manages closeout of entitlement conditions and land development obligations through project completion. Stakeholder & Process Management - Manages relationships with municipal planning departments, utilities, land use attorneys, and consultants. - Builds and maintains due diligence and entitlement templates and processes that improve consistency and speed across the portfolio. - Supports corporate development through site selection and acquisition due diligence. - All other related duties as assigned. ## Qualifications Required - Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Land Use Planning, or related field - 7+ years of experience in land development, civil engineering, or entitlements, including experience with data center, energy, or large-scale industrial/infrastructure projects - Experience managing due diligence, feasibility, and entitlement processes for large-scale development projects - Working knowledge of civil engineering concepts — grading, drainage, utilities — sufficient to review and direct consultant work - Experience coordinating with municipal planning/zoning departments, land use attorneys, and consultants - Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, schedules, and budgets - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to municipalities, agencies, and senior leadership - Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed Desirable - Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS, and Bluebeam Revu - Experience with data center or other mission-critical facility site development - PMP certification, or ability to acquire - Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required. ## About Keel Infrastructure ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Keel Infrastructure develops and owns data centers and power assets across North America to support high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence (AI) workloads. - **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ/TSX: KEEL) - **Headquarters**: New York, NY, USA - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Digital and energy infrastructure - **Target customers**: B2B – hyperscalers, enterprise customers requiring high-density HPC/AI compute capacity - **Mission or purpose statement**: “Building high-performance, resilient infrastructure for long-term growth.” ## Products & Services - **Data Center Campuses**: Strategically located, energy-secure campuses (e.g., Panther Creek in Eastern Pennsylvania) designed for phased growth. Each site includes secured power, land, and connectivity. *Type*: Infrastructure / Real Estate / Development - **Power Assets**: Owned power generation and interconnection capacity, including 341 MW energized, 430 MW secured, and a total pipeline of 2.2 GW. *Type*: Energy / Power Generation - **Development Framework**: A repeatable, disciplined approach to site selection, permitting, construction, and community integration. *Type*: Service / Development Platform ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (publicly traded – market cap available via stock exchange but not provided in search results) - **Key Metric**: Total pipeline of 2.2 GW (including 1.5 GW expansion capacity) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Board includes Marc Wishansky (Independent Chairperson) and other independent directors; community partners include Panther Valley School District and local economic development groups. - **Growth Signals**: Rebranded and redomiciled to the U.S. in 2025; secured one of the largest power portfolios in its history; first megawatts expected to be delivered to customers as early as 2027; actively hiring across multiple disciplines. ## Competitive Advantages - **Strategic Sites**: Campuses located in high-barrier-to-entry markets near major metropolitan areas and hyperscale clusters, with cooler climates enabling free-cooling efficiencies. - **Secured Power**: Established interconnections and owned power capacity reduce timeline risk compared to competitors. - **Disciplined Development**: Repeatable framework for site selection and execution, ensuring consistent delivery. - **Community Integration**: Strong local partnerships (schools, workforce development) build long-term operational stability and social license. ## Strategic Focus - Deliver first customer megawatts by 2027 and scale beyond 2.2 GW total pipeline. - Continue expanding in high-demand, constrained power markets (e.g., Pennsylvania, Quebec). - Prioritize high-density HPC workloads (e.g., Vera Rubin GPUs) and AI infrastructure. - Invest in workforce development and community partnerships to sustain local talent pipelines. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Safety. Recognized as a Great Place to Work. Emphasis on collaboration, trust, and learning by doing. - **Work Environment**: Offices in New York, NY; Pittsburgh, PA; Montreal, QC; and field positions in Pennsylvania. Hybrid/remote policy not explicitly stated; many roles are on-site (power plants, campuses). - **Notable Perks**: Local hiring focus, competitive wages, clear career pathways, community impact opportunities (e.g., after-school programs, ADA upgrades). - **Engineering Culture**: Hands-on roles in OT infrastructure, power plant operations, construction, IT, and asset management. Team of industry experts across energy, construction, finance, and operations. ## Sources 1. [keelinfra.com – About](https://www.keelinfra.com/about) 2. [keelinfra.com – Homepage](https://www.keelinfra.com/) 3. [keelinfra.com – Careers](https://www.keelinfra.com/careers) 4. [job-boards.greenhouse.io – Keel Infrastructure Jobs](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/keelinfrastructure) 5. 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