Energy Project Development Manager, 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 Group is responsible for supporting Vantage’s data center portfolio through the execution and management of complex commercial energy agreements, including utility service agreements, power purchase agreements, interconnection agreements, gas supply and infrastructure contracts, and other energy-adjacent arrangements. The team partners closely with project management, development, legal, finance, and external counterparties to ensure contracts are executed efficiently, accurately documented, and aligned with business objectives.  

Position Overview 

This role can be based in any of our US locations or Remote 

The Energy Project Development Manager is accountable for the end-to-end execution of assigned energy projects, serving as the single-threaded owner responsible for delivering projects that meet schedule, cost, and reliability objectives. This role operates at the center of the energy development lifecycle, integrating interconnection strategy, infrastructure delivery, and commercial structuring into a cohesive execution plan. 

The Manager is responsible for driving project planning, coordination, and decision-making across cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between technical, commercial, and regulatory requirements. This role requires a high degree of ownership and accountability, managing competing priorities, navigating uncertainty, and proactively identifying and mitigating risks that could impact project delivery. 

Acting as the primary interface for internal stakeholders, utilities, and external partners, the Energy Project Development Manager plays a critical role in advancing projects through key development milestones, resolving complex issues, and maintaining clear, accurate, and actionable reporting. Success in this role requires the ability to balance strategic thinking with disciplined execution, while driving outcomes in a fast-paced and evolving development environment. 

Essential Job Functions 

• Own execution of assigned energy projects from initiation through delivery 

• Develop and manage integrated project schedules, budgets, and forecasts 

• Coordinate cross-functional teams across T&I, Infrastructure, and Commercial 

• Identify, track, and mitigate project risks and issues 

• Drive decision-making and escalate key challenges as needed 

• Manage internal and external stakeholders, including utilities and partners 

• Ensure alignment across technical, commercial, and schedule requirements 

• Track and report project performance, milestones, and risks 

• Support development of project strategies and execution plans 

• Maintain disciplined documentation and reporting across the project lifecycle 

Job Requirements 

•  7–10 years of experience in energy development, infrastructure delivery, or project management (PMP preferred) 

• Experience with energy, utility, or large-scale infrastructure projects  

• Strong project management skills, including schedule, budget, and risk management  

• Ability to manage complex, cross-functional teams and stakeholders  

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities  

• Excellent communication and organizational skills  

• Familiarity with energy project lifecycle and delivery challenges 

• Travel required is expected to be up to 20% 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 accommodation 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: US $140,000- $150,000 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.

We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!