Senior Manager, Data Center Infra Origination

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries , AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work , you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 , we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation. AES Clean Energy is a part of the AES Corporation, a premier global energy company. Clean Energy focuses on providing sustainable energy solutions, primarily through renewable sources like solar and wind power, along with energy storage. Through investments in innovative technologies, Clean Energy aims to accelerate the transition to clean energy and help reduce carbon emissions. Also, Clean Energy works with datacenter operators to optimize load siting, such as building new projects in areas with robust energy resources and grid interconnections, while planning for a path to decarbonization. In addition, AES Clean Energy collaborates with C&I clients to develop custom energy solutions that meet individual sustainability goals while managing energy costs effectively. These agreements are tailored to enable specific energy and financial goals, providing flexibility and reliability in energy sourcing. This role will lead AES’s strategy for serving large load customers—including data centers and other C&I customers. The role comes with direct reports and ability to coordinate across multi-functional teams including Market Operations, Structured Trading, Development, M&A, Finance, Legal and Regulatory Affairs. The ability to work independently and as a team member is critical, as well as a growth mindset operating as an important contributor in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities : Manage strategic relationships with public power partners Identify growth opportunities in competitive retail markets and bilateral utility arrangements O riginate and advance data center infrastructure opportunities with key customers and s upport customer-facing initiatives Participate in the development and delivery of customer proposal presentations Coordinate large load registrations, energy management optimization, participate in demand response programs, and develop risk reduction strategies with Structured Trading and Market Operations Manage private use networks (PUN) in ERCOT, owning QSE relationships, ensur e compliance, and collaborat e across teams to optimize energy use for data centers Stay up to date on energy regulations, advise on compliance across markets, and build relationships with utilities and regulators in coordination with internal teams Support the structuring and execution of retail supply agreements and long-term contracts Work with the broader team to prepare internal materials for approvals Qualifications : A bachelor’s degree with 10 + years of relevant experience and familiarity with pr oject development, ERCOT/SPP load management, trading desk operations, and a solid grasp of tariff and market structures A deep understanding of RTO/ISO frameworks and regulatory processes, along with proven experience managing large load customers and utility relationships Strong commercial acumen, cross-functional leadership, ability to coach and develop others C ommercial agility, attention to detail, and advanced communication and negotiation skills Result orientated, self-driven with strong initiative AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization. The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $173,000 and $216,750/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. 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