Hanwha Data Centers · 1 week ago
Sr. Manager, Data Center Energy
United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $190K/yr
5+ years expHanwha Energy USA, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is part of the Hanwha Group and specializes in utility-scale energy projects. They are seeking a Sr. Manager of Data Center Energy to support their national energy strategy by managing energy transactions, utility relationships, and infrastructure partnerships to ensure reliable power delivery for data center developments.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategies to support data center energy supply, market development, and infrastructure. Structure and execute energy supply agreements and innovative clean energy agreements
Serve as a lead negotiator and commercial liaison between utilities, hyperscalers/data center developers, and internal stakeholders
From an energy perspective, collaborate with internal and external teams to inform site selection efforts. Be well-versed in utility tariffs and rate structures as part of agreement discussions
Regularly track and report on development performance metrics, pipeline status, and market feedback to senior leadership. Use data-driven insights to continuously improve project processes and outcomes
Serve as support on all client interface engagements, leading customer meetings, presentations, and contract negotiations. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at various organizational levels, from data center executives to technical staff
Conduct thorough market research to identify emerging energy trends, opportunities, and the competitive landscape within the data center and energy sectors. Represent the company articulating the benefits of infrastructure modernization and energy-efficient approaches
Provide guidance on best practices and strategies for effective client engagement. Foster an internal and external partnership ecosystem to support customer acquisition and develop a sustainable opportunity funnel
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the energy industry in the United States (e.g., electric utilities, energy regulators, energy project development, energy project finance, energy policy, corporate energy procurement, energy commodities, energy consulting or other energy industry stakeholders)
Experience in energy transactions, financial modeling, infrastructure development, and/or utility provisioning
Proven track record securing complex negotiations and drafting/redlining agreements
Strong understanding of the data center market, including client needs, industry trends and the competitive landscape
Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence key stakeholders and decision-makers
Ability to travel as needed to meet with clients and stakeholders (up to 50% of the time)
Preferred
Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent)
Company
Hanwha Data Centers
Your Data. Our Energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase