Colovore · 2 hours ago
Utility Director
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
10+ years expColovore is the leader in ultra-high-density, liquid-cooled AI colocation data centers. The Utility Director is responsible for all aspects of the electric utility strategy, procurement, and infrastructure development for large-scale data center projects, ensuring reliable and cost-effective power delivery.
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Responsibilities
Assess electric utility availability and capacity for prospective sites. Proactively hunt for spare power pockets: identify underutilized feeders, substation transformer headroom, temporary capacity windows, and near-term network reinforcements that can be captured ahead of competitors
Analyze proximity to transmission lines, substations, and grid infrastructure
Influence decision-making by comparing utility availability and scalability across candidate sites
Establish utility risk registers per project (capacity certainty, study timelines, cost variability, permitting risks) and mitigation plans
Create standardized utility due diligence frameworks and checkpoint gates for investment committee approvals
Engage and manage utility consultants in target markets
Maintain utility contacts in target markets
Arrange and attend utility briefings to understand utility power procurement processes, infrastructure upgrades and timelines, and best practices
Initiate early discussions with electric utilities to confirm service feasibility
Request capacity studies and interconnection options
Negotiate utility work orders, service agreements, and other contracts for power delivery
Act as primary liaison between Colovore, utilities, and consultants
Assist with design of substations, utility upgrades, and interconnections
Coordinate with engineering teams to integrate power systems into data center projects
Recommend strategies for redundancy, dual feeds, and renewable energy sourcing
Develop cost estimates for electric infrastructure and interconnection
Evaluate lead times for utility build-out and manage schedule risks
Identify risks such as constrained grid capacity or long lead times
Ensure compliance with regional grid operator requirements and permitting processes
Monitor regulatory changes impacting electric service delivery
Track regulatory proceedings, interconnection queue dynamics, and utility capital plans; translate into actionable development playbooks per market
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
10+ years of experience in electric utility management, transmission planning, or infrastructure development
Deep understanding of power systems, interconnection processes, and regulatory frameworks
Proven ability to negotiate complex utility agreements and deliver large-scale electric infrastructure projects
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
Preferred
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, or related field
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) to support flexibility, rest, and work-life balance
Paid holidays and company-wide recharge days
401(k) plan with company participation
Professional development opportunities and learning support
Collaborative, inclusive culture where your work makes a real impact
Company
Colovore
Colovore is a provider of high-density collocation and data center solutions that manage critical infrastructure.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$957.05MKey Investors
Blackstone Group
2025-05-12Debt Financing· $925M
2024-05-29Private Equity· $24.05M
2024-05-20Acquired
Leadership Team
Ben Coughlin
Chairman and Co-Founder
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