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- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 5, 2026
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Job Description
OpenAI is building the world’s most advanced AI infrastructure ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for validating that proposed sites are buildable, compliant, and cost-effective. You will lead diligence across civil, geotechnical, environmental, and entitlement dimensions, identifying risks and driving mitigation strategies.
- Lead all technical diligence: geotech, soils, title/ALTA surveys, mineral rights, and access.
- Oversee permitting/entitlement path and schedule governance with agencies.
- Evaluate generator air permits, wetlands, floodplain, and stormwater constraints.
- Manage consultants performing feasibility studies and environmental assessments.
- Deliver go/no-go recommendations with risk and mitigation options.
- Build diligence templates and playbooks to scale future site reviews.
Requirements
- 8+ years in land development, civil/environmental engineering, or data center diligence.
- Knowledge of permitting, entitlements, and AHJ engagement.
- Strong project management and technical review skills.
- Experience managing consultants and interpreting complex studies.
- Regularly communicate site readiness updates, risks, and milestones to executive stakeholders.
- Establish and track key performance indicators to assess the effectiveness of the site selection program and the contributions of external vendors and partners.
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