Manager, Data Center Development

The Manager, Data Center Development will support the development and commercialization of data center and large-load infrastructure opportunities across the U.S. This role will partner with development, engineering, interconnection, finance, legal, and M&A teams to evaluate sites, coordinate utility engagement, manage diligence activities, and advance projects through key development milestones.

• Remote role with national impact
• Data center + energy infrastructure, Strategic Partnerships & Commercial Development
• Support the advancement of data center and large-load opportunities across multiple U.S. markets.
• Assist in evaluating strategic partnerships, acquisition opportunities, and commercial structures.
• Develop presentations, site marketing materials, and internal investment recommendations.
• Support customer-facing and partner discussions related to infrastructure development opportunities.
• Track market trends, utility developments, and emerging data center demand drivers.

Project Development & Site Evaluation

• Evaluate potential sites based on power availability, infrastructure readiness, permitting considerations, land constraints, and overall project viability.
• Coordinate due diligence activities including zoning, land use, environmental factors, utility service, and infrastructure assessments.
• Support large-load application processes and utility engagement efforts.
• Work closely with internal project development teams to advance opportunities through key development milestones.
• Assist with land-related diligence, including leases, easements, purchase agreements, title, and survey reviews.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Collaborate with development, interconnection, engineering, permitting, finance, legal, commercial, and M&A teams.
• Coordinate external consultants, utilities, landowners, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Support internal decision-making through market analysis, development assessments, and project economics.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Real Estate, Planning, Finance, Sustainability, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in renewable energy development, infrastructure development, real estate development, energy markets, utility-scale projects, or related sectors.
• Experience supporting project development activities such as site diligence, permitting, land use, stakeholder engagement, interconnection, utility coordination, or commercial development.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and related business tools.

• Competitive salary ranging from $180,000 to $200,000 USD.
• Fully remote work environment
• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunity
• Exposure to one of the fastest-growing sectors in infrastructure development
• Opportunity to work on data center and energy projects nationwide
• Collaboration with senior leaders across commercial, development, and investment teams
• Strong long-term growth and career advancement potential
• Comprehensive benefits package and PTO program

Our client is a leading renewable energy developer, owner, and operator with a growing portfolio of utility-scale energy projects across North America. As demand for data centers and large-load infrastructure continues to accelerate, the company is investing in strategic partnerships and development initiatives that sit at the intersection of renewable energy, grid infrastructure, and digital infrastructure.