Principal Program Manager & Chief of Staff, Policy and Public Affairs

About the Opportunity

The organization is a rapidly growing developer and owner of next-generation digital infrastructure assets, focused on delivering hyperscale data center campuses for leading global technology companies. The company specializes in complex, large-scale projects that require significant coordination across land acquisition, power procurement, utility partnerships, and construction execution. Operating at the intersection of real estate, energy, and technology, the organization's platform is designed to address the increasing demand for high-capacity, energy-efficient data infrastructure driven by cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and enterprise digital transformation. The company partners closely with utilities and local communities to secure reliable power solutions and enable long-term, sustainable development.

Key Responsibilities

• Chief of Staff & Team Operations
• Serve as a force multiplier for the SVP of Policy & Public Affairs — managing priorities, preparing for key meetings and executive engagements, and ensuring decisions are made and followed through on.
• Own the team's operating rhythm: weekly staff meetings, quarterly planning, annual goal-setting, and cross-functional syncs across Development, PR, Legal, and Community teams.
• Track and drive progress on the team's OKRs and strategic priorities; surface blockers early and facilitate tradeoff decisions.
• Prepare briefings, talking points, and materials for executive and Board-level audiences on policy, regulatory, and community engagement matters.
• Manage and continuously improve internal processes, tools, and workflows across the policy and public affairs function.
• Strategic Program Management
• Lead end-to-end program management for major policy and public affairs initiatives — from strategy through execution and measurement.
• Develop and maintain strategic roadmaps and project plans that support business objectives and enhance project success across the organization's portfolio of data center developments.
• Cook up and maintain strategic roadmaps and project plans that support business objectives and enhance project success across the organization's portfolio of data center developments.
• Cook up and maintain strategic roadmaps and project plans that support business objectives and enhance project success across the organization's portfolio of data center developments.
• Cook up and maintain strategic roadmaps and project plans that support business objectives and enhance project success across the organization's portfolio of data center developments.
• Cook up and maintain strategic roadmaps and project plans that support business objectives and enhance project success across the organization's portfolio of data center developments.
• Policy & Public Engagement Support
• Support the development of comprehensive presentations and communications plans for local and state government approvals, including coordination with third-party economic development incentive advisors.
• Maintain policy trackers, regulatory landscape analyses, and stakeholder maps to keep the team proactive and informed across active markets.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with government officials, industry associations, and community leaders in partnership with regional leads.
• Collaborate with internal Marketing and Communications teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment on key initiatives across the organization's markets.
• People, Budget & Culture
• Help onboard new team members and build a strong, cohesive team culture across a geographically distributed group.
• Manage team budget, headcount planning, and vendor/consultant relationships in partnership with Finance and HR.
• Identify and coordinate speaking opportunities and executive thought leadership platforms for the SVP and senior team members.

Required Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in economic development, public affairs, government relations, strategic operations, or a combination; significant experience in the technology, infrastructure, or real estate development sectors strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success running complex, multi-stakeholder programs from inception to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of public policy processes and regulatory environments, particularly those relevant to data center development, digital infrastructure, or large-scale land use approvals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills — including the ability to simplify complex information for diverse audiences, from local government officials to company executives.
• Strong judgment about when to move fast and when to slow down for alignment; comfort operating with significant autonomy in ambiguous situations.
• Experience supporting or partnering directly with senior leaders; ability to operate as a trusted thought partner while managing up effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience leading public policy, economic development or public affairs teams within an infrastructure company, technology company or government agency.
• Knowledge of state and local economic development incentives and their applicability to data centers or digital infrastructure.
• Experience managing external agencies, consultants, and third-party advisors.
• Understanding of hyperscale data center companies or digital infrastructure markets.

Total Compensation Range

Total Compensation Range: $260,000 - $300,000 (+ annual performance bonus)

The organization offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where individuals will be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value they bring to the business. Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.

The hiring company is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.