Senior Director, Real Estate Strategy & Acquisitions

Crusoe•San Francisco, CA

2d•$270,000 - $320,000•Onsite

About The Position

Crusoe is seeking a Senior Director, Real Estate Strategy & Acquisitions to serve as the high-leverage strategic partner and "right hand" to the Chief Real Estate Officer. This is a "force multiplier" role designed for a sophisticated real estate executive who thrives in the technical trenches of deal-making and capital markets. In this capacity, you will not just manage projects; you will orchestrate the commercial and financial architecture of our global footprint. You will act as a primary surrogate for the CREO in high-stakes negotiations, bridging the gap between vision and execution. Your success is defined by your ability to navigate complex Joint Ventures, institutional financing, and intricate lease structures that underpin multi-billion dollar AI campuses. This role is required to be in-office 5 days per week in our San Francisco, CA headquarters.

Requirements

15+ years of progressive leadership in real estate finance, acquisitions, or capital markets.
You have a "Chief of Staff" mindset - operating with high autonomy, discretion, and a focus on executive-level leverage.
A proven track record of facilitating 9-figure transactions, specifically involving JV structures, project finance, or complex credit facilities.
Ability to "speak the language" of institutional investors, lenders, and C-suite executives, distilling complex legal and financial concepts into actionable strategy.
Deep comfort with the "fine print" - you should be highly proficient in navigating PSAs, JV operating agreements, and loan documents.
A mastery of financial modeling and a "bias for action" that allows you to thrive in a fast-paced, vertically integrated environment.
Based in or willing to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area.

Nice To Haves

Background in Data Center, Energy Infrastructure, or Industrial REITs.
Prior experience at a top-tier private equity firm, investment bank, or real estate operator.
Advanced Credentials: JD, MBA, or MS in Real Estate Development.

Responsibilities

Partner directly with the CREO to structure and execute complex capital transactions, including Joint Ventures (JV), programmatic platforms, and institutional real estate partnerships.
Serve as a lead negotiator on sophisticated lease agreements and land acquisitions, ensuring commercial terms align with Crusoe’s long-term operational and financial goals.
Support the CREO in securing and managing lender financings. Lead the preparation of investment committee materials and lender packages, acting as a key point of contact for banking and institutional capital partners.
Represent the Office of the CREO in internal and external forums, ensuring seamless communication between Real Estate, Finance, Legal, and Energy teams to drive deal velocity.
Conduct deep-dive underwriting and sensitivity analysis on complex deal structures. You will translate technical data into executive-level briefings that facilitate rapid, high-conviction decision-making.
Monitor the health and compliance of existing JV and financing arrangements, anticipating refinancing needs or structural pivots as the business scales.