Sr. Manager, CSA and Permitting - Data Centers

SB Energy

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Full Time

Posted April 23, 2026

$160k - $190k

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Job Description

The Senior Manager, Data Center CSA Permitting oversees the design, permitting strategy, and regulatory compliance for data center projects, leading cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, efficient, and compliant site development and construction.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and review of civil, structural, and architectural CSA scope across data center projects.
Develop and implement permitting strategies, oversee permit package preparation, submission, and approval processes.
Manage relationships with authorities having jurisdiction, utilities, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and facilitate approvals.
Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, and contractors to align design and construction activities.
Oversee site planning, grading, drainage, utilities, structural systems, and building envelope design to support project scalability and phasing.
Identify permitting risks early and develop mitigation strategies to maintain project schedules.
Integrate CSA scope with electrical, mechanical, and controls systems to ensure overall project success.
Lead and mentor a team of CSA and permitting professionals, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Define and maintain CSA design standards, specifications, and guidelines across projects.
Oversee civil, structural, and architectural design development from concept through construction.
Ensure designs meet performance requirements, constructability expectations, and long-term operational needs.
Lead permitting strategy, planning, and execution across multiple jurisdictions.
Oversee preparation, submission, and approval of permit packages, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
Build and manage relationships with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), utilities, and regulatory agencies.
Identify permitting risks early and drive mitigation strategies to maintain project schedules.
Partner with internal teams, external consultants, and contractors to ensure alignment from design through construction.
Lead CSA design reviews at key milestones and coordinate cross-functional input and approvals.
Integrate CSA scope with electrical, mechanical, and controls systems to support overall project success.
Oversee site planning, grading, drainage, utilities, structural systems, and building envelope design.
Ensure designs account for scalability, phasing, and campus-level development strategies.
Support due diligence activities, including site feasibility and early-stage development assessments.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of CSA and permitting professionals.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Support resource planning, prioritization, and team growth across multiple projects.
Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in civil, structural, or architectural design and permitting for energy or data center infrastructure projects.
Have a proven track record of managing permitting processes across multiple jurisdictions.
Demonstrate strong relationship-building skills with authorities having jurisdiction, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
Possess excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills.
Be willing to work in one of the following locations: Redwood City, CA; Denver, CO; San Diego, CA; or remotely.