Business Development Manager (Data Centre Development)
1 day ago
Madrid
JDL Recruitment are thrilled to be partnered with a leading global industrial & logistics developer as they continue to expand their footprint and development pipeline across Spain. We’re seeking an experienced Business Development Manager (Land Acquisition & Development) to drive the sourcing, evaluation, and securing of strategic sites for industrial, logistics, and data centre developments. This role leads the full front-end cycle, from identifying land opportunities and initiating contact with landlords and brokers, through feasibility analysis, due diligence, permitting pathways, and commercial negotiation, ensuring a robust and high-quality pipeline that supports long-term regional growth. This is a pivotal position within the development team, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders, local authorities, and potential customers. You will shape early-stage product strategy, influence design decisions, and support commercialisation efforts to maximise value creation on every project. Key Responsibilities • Source, assess, and secure land opportunities aligned with the company’s strategic development plan., • Serve as primary contact for landlords, owners, and brokers; lead feasibility assessments and prepare offers., • Manage the full acquisition process, including due diligence, risk evaluation, and negotiation of purchase agreements., • Support product definition and concept design to optimise value and ensure market fit for each site., • Generate leads and expand networks with landlords, occupiers, municipalities, and wider industry players., • Drive the full commercialisation cycle: lead generation, client proposals, profitability analysis, solution presentation, lease negotiations, and contract closing., • Liaise with public authorities and agencies regarding zoning, permitting, planning, environmental matters, utilities, and regulatory compliance., • Monitor execution of urban development agreements and neighbouring contracts., • Represent the business at stakeholder meetings to ensure strong communication flow, problem-solving, and coordinated decision-making., • Provide regular updates and accurate reporting on acquisition progress and pipeline health., • Conduct ongoing market research on competitors, occupier trends, and emerging development themes (e.g. multilevel logistics, data centres, SME parks, net-zero facilities). Experience & Qualifications • Master’s degree in civil, building, industrial engineering, urban planning, architecture, or equivalent by experience., • Minimum 7 years’ experience in land sourcing and land due diligence, ideally within industrial or retail real estate., • Strong technical and risk-management background., • In-depth knowledge of zoning, permitting, town planning, building codes, and environmental regulations., • Proven expertise in site selection, feasibility, and validation., • Ability to lead and progress multiple early-stage projects concurrently., • Excellent communication and negotiation capabilities.