About the Position

Real Estate Development Manager

New York, NY

Atoms is building the machines that power the next era of progress. We are transforming the physical world with Physical AI-real-world robots for industries like food, mining, and transport. Our systems are designed to understand, predict, and control the real world with precision, making complex physical operations more reliable, scalable, and productive.

We are roboticists, engineers, operators, and builders. We believe the next great technology companies will transform not only information but the physical systems that shape everyday life.

If you want to work on hard problems with real-world impact, join us.

Responsibilities

As a Real Estate Development Manager (REDM), you will act as the CEO of your development projects. Your responsibilities will include:

Leading the full lifecycle of EV infrastructure development projects: site selection, acquisitions, design, permitting, construction, utilities coordination, commissioning, and launch.
Building and executing detailed project plans that balance speed, cost, electrical requirements, grid capacity, and operational readiness.
Owning cross-functional communication across Construction, Engineering, Grid/Utility teams, Finance, and Operations to drive alignment and unblock critical path items.
Navigating permits, AHJ requirements, zoning, environmental compliance, and state/local regulations related to EV infrastructure.
Negotiating and drafting LOIs for site acquisition, leases, and purchase agreements.
Partnering with utility providers to secure power availability, transformer upgrades, and timely energization.
Analyzing technical and financial data to forecast project health, anticipate issues, and present decisive recommendations to leadership.
Leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing team of development professionals who can deliver multiple sites simultaneously.
Building scalable processes and playbooks to support rapid expansion across multiple markets.

Requirements

10–15 years of real estate development or technical infrastructure development.
7–10 years domain experience in one or more: EV charging, electrical infrastructure, data centers, industrial facilities, logistics, energy, or high-power commercial development.
5–7 years managing teams or leading complex cross-functional project groups.

Core Competencies

Analytical Decision-Making
Large-scale Project Management
Electrical/Infrastructure Understanding (EV charging, utilities, capacity planning)
Cross-functional Leadership
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
Detail Orientation & High-Velocity Execution
Strong knowledge of local/state permitting, zoning, and development regulations.

Why Join Us

At Atoms, you’ll work on one of the defining challenges of our time-bringing automation into the physical world to drive real, lasting impact. We exist to uncover valuable unknown truths and turn them into progress, which means constantly pushing beyond what’s known and building what doesn’t yet exist. The work is ambitious and often challenging, but it’s grounded in a shared sense of purpose and a team committed to seeing it through together. Our work only matters if it serves others, and we know that meaningful progress depends on the trust of the people we serve and the strength of our team-so we invest in both, creating an environment where you can do your best work and grow.

We Offer

Competitive base salary range: $182,000 - $214,000 per year.
Equity awards.
Annual performance-based bonus.
Comprehensive benefits package:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
- Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
- Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
- Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
- Pet insurance discount.
- 401(k).
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter).
- Time Off policies.

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.

About the Company

Atoms is a company driven by invention and continuous change. We are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?

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Real Estate Development Manager

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