Develop and execute comprehensive energy procurement strategies for data center projects, including analyzing market trends, managing energy risk, identifying optimal energy sources and deal structures
Negotiate favorable and flexible electricity supply agreements with retail electricity providers, independent power producers, and/or electric utilities, including power purchase agreements (PPAs), energy service agreements (ESAs), and other relevant contracts
Support or conduct financial modeling and analysis to evaluate the economic viability of different energy procurement options and assess the impact of energy costs on project profitability
Lead the structuring and negotiation of complex energy agreements with retail electricity providers, and tenants, ensuring alignment with project objectives and risk mitigation strategies
Innovate with partners to develop new terms and contracts that allow for accelerated data center capacity and the development of new clean energy resources
Draft, review, and analyze legal and commercial terms of energy contracts, including interconnection agreements, transmission agreements, and supply agreements
Collaborate closely with strategy, finance, project development, engineering, and legal teams to ensure seamless integration of energy considerations into project planning and execution
Provide expert guidance on all aspects of energy procurement and management to internal and external stakeholders
Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes related to energy markets and data center operations
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or Law), Master of Business Administration or Energy Management preferred
6+ years of experience in the energy industry, with a strong focus on commercial energy procurement, contract negotiation, preferred proven experience in energy procurement with large load or hyperscale data center tenants
Certifications: energy management (e.g., CEM, CPE), or related fields, preferred
Technical Experience needed includes deep understanding of wholesale energy markets, renewable energy resources, and energy regulations and policy
Experience structuring and negotiating complex energy transactions, including PPAs, tolling agreements or similar supporting large customer accounts
Translatable skills needed include strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex data and develop creative solutions, excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences, and a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with utilities, suppliers, and other key stakeholders
Benefits
Hybrid working environment
Team building and educational opportunities
Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution
Unlimited PTO
Competitive compensation and bonus plan
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
energy procurementfinancial modelingcontract negotiationwholesale energy marketsrenewable energy resourcesenergy regulationspower purchase agreementsenergy service agreementsdata center capacity planningenergy risk management