Public Relations Manager

About Yondr

Yondr is a disruptor. We challenge convention and simplify complexity. A global developer, owner operator and service provider of data centers, we deliver complex data center capacity needs for the world’s largest tech companies. Our exponential growth sees us looking for extraordinary people to help accelerate us towards our vision: a tomorrow without constraints. 

But we can’t do this without you.

About the Role 

The Public Relations Manager will play a critical role in supporting Yondr's growth strategy by leading stakeholder engagement and external affairs efforts across existing and future data center markets. Acting as a trusted advisor to business leaders, this individual will help align Yondr's development initiatives with local and regional priorities while strengthening the company's reputation with government officials, economic development organizations, community leaders, utilities, and other key stakeholders.

Working in close partnership with Development, Construction, Operations, Sustainability, and Executive Leadership teams, the Public Relations Manager will develop and execute engagement strategies that support land acquisition, entitlement, permitting, infrastructure expansion, and campus growth initiatives. This role will identify opportunities to build strategic partnerships, communicate Yondr's commitment to local communities, and ensure stakeholders understand the long-term economic and social benefits generated by Yondr's investments.

Main Responsibilities 

 / Develop and execute public relations, stakeholder engagement, and community relations strategies to support Yondr's data center development and expansion initiatives.

/ Build and maintain strong relationships with local, state, and regional government officials, economic development agencies, utility providers, business organizations, and community stakeholders.

/ Partner with Development and Real Estate teams to support land acquisition, entitlement, zoning, permitting, and infrastructure projects.

/ Serve as a strategic advisor to project and business leadership on external risks, opportunities, and stakeholder considerations.

/ Lead the planning and execution of community engagement programs, public meetings, industry events, and stakeholder briefings.

/ Develop messaging and communication materials that effectively articulate Yondr's mission, investment strategy, sustainability commitments, and long-term economic impact.

/ Identify partnership opportunities with educational institutions, workforce development organizations, nonprofit groups, and local business communities.

/ Monitor legislative, regulatory, and public policy developments that could impact data center operations, power infrastructure, or development activities.

/ Coordinate with internal communications, marketing, sustainability, and executive leadership teams to ensure consistent messaging across stakeholders.

/ Support crisis communications and issue management efforts when required.

Qualifications and experience 

/ Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs, Political Science, Communications, Business, Urban Planning, Economic Development, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

/ 10+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, stakeholder engagement, business development, economic development, or strategic partnership roles.

/ Demonstrated experience collaborating with public policy, regulatory, and cross-functional business teams to support large-scale infrastructure initiatives.

/ Experience supporting complex development projects, including data centers, energy, utilities, telecommunications, industrial, transportation, or other critical infrastructure sectors.

/ Strong understanding of local government processes, land use, zoning, permitting, and community engagement.

/ Ability and willingness to travel up to 35% to support project sites, stakeholder meetings, and regional initiatives.

/ Experience working in Public Affairs within Virginia.

/ Ability to identify opportunities and areas for improvement and operate independently and in a fast-moving environment.

/ Excellent political/communication skills and ability to speak publicly on behalf of the company.

At Yondr, we want to enhance the diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging of our workforce to reflect the world we live in. Our roles are potential opportunities for everyone; all interested parties, regardless of nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender, are welcome to apply. We ensure all candidates have equitable access and consideration throughout the hiring process.

Yondr is committed to fostering a welcoming, safe and inclusive work environment. We provide support through our benefits, which are inclusive of all backgrounds.