Manager, Energy Strategy, NA

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Energy Department

The Energy Department is dedicated to managing and optimizing the energy resources required to power our data centers while promoting sustainability and efficiency. The Energy department plays a critical role in ensuring our power solutions are cost-effective for our tenants, support speed to market, have sufficient scale to meet growing AI load, and resilient to energy market fluctuations. The team focuses on energy procurement from utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), energy marketers, and renewable energy technology providers.

Position Overview

This role can be based remotley in the US.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager, Energy Strategy to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing strategies to supply the energy required for our data centers. This role involves identifying and prioritizing partnerships, as well as producing comprehensive reports that meet defined metrics. This position is critical in supporting our commitment to sustainability and ensuring a reliable energy supply.

Essential Job Functions

Energy Strategy Development:

• Develop and implement comprehensive energy strategies to ensure a reliable and sustainable energy supply for our data centers.

• Analyze energy market trends and regulatory changes to inform strategic decisions.

Partnership Management:

• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize potential partnerships with energy suppliers, utilities, and other stakeholders.

• Negotiate and manage contracts with energy partners to secure favorable terms and conditions.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Produce comprehensive reports on energy usage, costs, and sustainability metrics.

• Utilize data analytics to identify opportunities for energy efficiency and cost savings.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with internal teams, including operations, finance, and legal, to align energy strategies with overall business objectives.

• Provide expertise and guidance on energy-related matters to support decision-making processes.

• Additional duties as assigned by Management

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Energy Management, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in energy strategy, energy management, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of energy markets, natural gas infrastructure, natural gas markets, energy generation technologies, and energy regulatory.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement long-term energy strategies.

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.

• Knowledge of energy regulations, natural gas regulations, and energy environmental rules.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Extensive experience using Microsoft Office software tools, such as MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Word, to be utilized in managing and reporting estimate throughput, status, and labor allocation

• Travel is required and expected to be up to 20% to 30% but may increase over time as the business evolves

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $160,000-$170,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.