Manager, Development Services (Central)

Prologis • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

At Prologis, we don’t just lead the industry—we define it with a 1.3 billion square foot portfolio and an annual throughput of approximately $3.2 trillion. We create the intelligent infrastructure that powers global commerce, seamlessly connecting the digital and physical worlds. From agile supply chains to energy solutions, our ecosystems help your business move faster, operate smarter and grow sustainably. With unmatched scale, innovation and expertise, Prologis is a category of one—not just shaping the future of logistics but building what comes next. We are seeking an experienced civil engineer or development professional with expertise in site selection, due diligence, and municipal coordination for industrial development projects to support Prologis’ strategic Customer Led and Data Center Development teams. As a key contributor within our Development Services group, you will assist in executing the due diligence process for new acquisitions, support development and build-to-suit projects, and coordinate land use approvals and entitlements. In this role, you will report to the Director, Development Services, working closely with cross-functional teams to help evaluate, plan, and deliver development opportunities. You will also assist in monitoring regional regulatory updates and municipal processes that could affect our projects across the Central region, with occasional support in the West and East regions. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, multi-market environment and brings a solutions-oriented mindset to complex site challenges.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related development roles.
• Experience supporting due diligence, entitlement, and municipal approval processes for industrial and/or data center projects.
• Familiarity with site planning, permitting, and development documentation.
• Ability to research and understand municipal zoning codes and site requirements across various markets.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Willingness to travel approximately 40% within Central region markets.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple project timelines.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional license (Engineer or Architect) a plus.
• Experience and willingness to utilize AI in workflow to improve operational efficiency
• Exposure to entitlements across multiple U.S. regions.

Responsibilities

• Site Feasibility and Layout (40%): Conduct site feasibility analyses and prepare conceptual site layouts using AutoCAD to balance functionality and coverage while meeting zoning and design requirements. Coordinate site access, grading, and stormwater considerations to support compliant and efficient designs.
• Land Acquisition Support (30%): Support the due diligence process in partnership with internal teams and consultants. Assist in identifying and mitigating potential risks for property acquisitions, reviewing environmental, utility, fee, and geotechnical factors, and evaluating offsite improvement requirements and access issues.
• Entitlement Coordination (20%): Assist in managing the entitlement process for land acquisitions and build-to-suit projects. Prepare and track budgets, schedules, and consultant deliverables. Support the team in navigating public hearings, preparing applications, and coordinating with municipalities to obtain necessary approvals.
• Design Coordination (5%): Collaborate with development and design teams to integrate customer requirements, entitlement conditions, and site-specific constraints into project designs across the Central Region.
• RFP Support (5%): Contribute to customer RFP responses by providing due diligence insights, entitlement details, and site planning information to ensure alignment with project goals and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• All full-time roles in the US come with a robust benefits package which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Prologis also offers several other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits.
• Our 401(k) retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation.
• We also offer generous PTO with a starting accrual of 22 days a year in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees