Senior Associate, Energy Infrastructure, NA

Job description

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry. Job Description About the company: Ada Infrastructure is a part of the digital infrastructure platform of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES), a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We are a global data center business grounded in sustainability, safety, and security. With a world-class team of industry leaders and the resources of Ares Management Ada Infrastructure is executing on our mission to lead the world in sustainable digital infrastructure that drives customer success and social benefit. Why Join Us: We are seeking a highly motivated and analytically strong individual to join as the North American Energy Infrastructure Lead to support the execution of our global energy and utility strategy. This role will work directly with the Global Lead, contributing to utility-scale power procurement, clean energy initiatives, market research, and internal reporting to support the reliable and cost-effective delivery of power across our global data cent er portfolio. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to C-level strategic planning, infrastructure deployment, and global energy transition initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Global Energy Strategy Development Collaborate or lead the development of, in coordination with the Global Lead, and implement a comprehensive global energy strategy aligned with Ada Infrastructure's business objectives and sustainability goals Lead long-term planning for power capacity, reliability, and sustainability across all regions Identify and evaluate emerging energy technologies and their potential impact on data center operations Team Leadership and Management Oversee and manage all teams involved in power procurement, energy agreements, clean energy initiatives, and sustainability projects Establish key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement in team performance End-to-End Power Project Management Own the entire power lifecycle from site selection through project energization and ongoing operations Develop and implement standardized processes for power infrastructure development across all regions Oversee budget allocation and financial performance of power-related projects Sustainability Leadership Drive Ada Infrastructure's energy-related sustainability initiatives, including setting and achieving renewable energy targets Develop and implement strategies to reduce carbon footprint and improve energy efficiency across all data center operations Represent the company in industry forums and partnerships focused on sustainable data center practices Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary point of contact for executives on all energy and utility matters Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key external stakeholders, including utilities, regulators, and energy technology providers Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Finance, Legal, Operations) to ensure alignment of energy strategies with overall business objectives Market Intelligence and Risk Management Monitor global energy markets, policies, and regulations to identify risks and opportunities (use “prospects” instead) Develop strategies to mitigate energy-related risks and capitalize on market opportunities Provide regular market intelligence briefings to executive leadership Innovation and Technology Adoption Lead the evaluation and adoption of innovative energy technologies to improve efficiency and reliability Develop partnerships with energy technology providers and research institutions Drive pilot projects to test and implement new energy solutions in data center environments Financial Optimization Develop and implement strategies to optimize energy costs across the global portfolio Lead negotiations for power purchase agreements and other energy contracts to secure favorable terms Collaborate with finance teams to develop energy hedging strategies and manage energy-related financial risks Qualifications and Required Experience: Education Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy management, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred Preferred Experience The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in energy management, utilities, or related roles, with a focus on data centre or large-scale infrastructure projects. Ideally, they will have a track record in developing and implementing energy strategies. They will possess a deep understanding of global energy markets, regulations, and emerging technologies. Specifically, they will have: Extensive experience in negotiating complex energy contracts and power purchase agreements Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and manage high-performing global teams Excellent financial acumen, including experience with budget management and financial modeling Proven ability to collaborate effectively with C-level executives and diverse stakeholders Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights Exceptional communication and presentation skills Experience in driving sustainability initiatives and achieving renewable energy targets Familiarity with data center operations and infrastructure requirements Willingness to travel globally as needed Reporting Relationships Energy Infrastructure Lead, Ada Compensation The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role. $180,000.00 - $210,000.00 The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit. Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more. There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.