Site Selection Manager

Overview

The Site Selection Manager role at Oracle collaborates with capacity planning, design and data hall engineering, construction, delivery, legal, security, networking, compliance, and operations teams to perform global analytics and market research in targeted metros and regions; develop site selection opportunities, determine market rates, negotiate commercial terms with data center operators and stakeholders, and construct and negotiate complex lease agreements and associated legal documents, including Master Service Agreements, NRC service orders, new lease agreements, lease renewals, operating agreements and amendments. The role negotiates strong commercial terms, aligns base build and data hall design to Oracle’s specifications, and drives accountability with data center operators to ensure on-time delivery and operational compliance.

This role will work closely with capacity planning, design and data hall engineering, construction, delivery, legal, security, networking, compliance, and operations teams throughout each project and transaction, and will be responsible for preparing and presenting periodic presentations in the form of investment write-ups and presentations prepared in collaboration with all key stakeholders for internal governance. The role requires strengths in stakeholder management, analytics, negotiation, and a drive to execute.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for lease execution from demand signal through to general availability date – driving each performance metric (safety, quality, rates, schedule, cost, etc.) within critical timelines required by the business.
• Manage multiple lease projects and coordinate with internal team members, consultants, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Work with capacity (demand) planners and network specialists to understand capacity needs and site requirements in assigned metros/regions.
• Lead cross-functional teams to evaluate, select, negotiate, and recommend leases for approval.
• Develop high-quality metro strategies based on market expertise, within the context of time-to-market and cost efficiencies required by the business units.
• Drive commercial terms with our lease providers in the region.
• Work with internal Corporate Procurement personnel to drive executable lease documents.
• Work with Finance team to conduct Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) lease or build options to recommend the most favorable strategies for assigned metros.
• Updating systems of record to ensure accurate data fidelity and executive reporting.
• Conducting market research on targeted metros and regions, new countries, metros, and target locations.
• Provide strong analytical reporting on market strategies, outlining risks on delivery (cost and timelines) and supporting the team with day-to-day activities as needed.

Qualifications

• 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 modeling.
• Strong experience in leading complex negotiations, contract formation, and contract negotiations on Data Center contracts.
• Knowledge of real estate and mission critical environments, such as Data Centers.
• A general background in real estate development and land acquisition is a plus – with an understanding of local laws, permitting, etc.
• Confident, takes ownership, willingness to do what it takes to get the job done with proven experience leading complex negotiations/initiatives to successful completion.
• General understanding of hybrid real estate solutions such as Build-to-suit, Retail, and Wholesale leases (data center a plus).
• Leading contributor individually and as a team member, and ability to progress workstreams independently, but seeking direction from others as needed.
• Excellent problem solver with the ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environment. Work is non-routine and very complex, involving the application of advanced technical/business skills in area of specialization.
• Strong capabilities in Excel with a desire to analyze and manage global data and capacity opportunities.
• 4+ years relevant experience.
• Knowledge of the Data Center industry, operators in region and market dynamics is preferred.
• Strong collaborator, working closely with multiple teams and subject matter experts, driving and resolving questions effectively.
• Positive attitude: Ability to contribute consistently and positively in a high-paced, fast-changing and at times 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 within project metrics.
• Strong analytical, creative thinking, written, and verbal communications skills.
• Proven ability to apply critical thinking in complex situations.
• Willing to travel globally to conduct data center visits (50%).

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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