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

Vantage is seeking a commercial power markets professional to support the development and execution of power solutions for large-scale data center projects across North America. This role will focus on structuring and executing wholesale and retail power arrangements, transmission service strategies, and innovative energy delivery solutions to support hyperscale load growth.

The ideal candidate will have experience in power markets, transmission transactions (including point-to-point, network integration transmission service (NITS), and related arrangements), structured energy agreements, and commercial power delivery strategies. Candidates may come from utilities, IPPs, energy marketers, trading organizations, developers, or large commercial energy users, and should bring a strong commercial mindset with the ability to evaluate market dynamics and develop creative solutions around grid constraints, reliability, and energy supply.

In addition to commercial transaction experience, the role requires exposure to power development and infrastructure strategy, including an understanding of development risks, timelines, and commercial considerations associated with new generation and large load projects. This includes familiarity with transmission queue processes, interconnection timelines, utility studies, large load utility engagement, and differences between deregulated markets, regulated markets, and retail service arrangements.

This role will work cross-functionally with development, infrastructure, legal, utility, to support scalable and reliable energy solutions for mission-critical infrastructure projects.

Essential Job Functions

• Structure and execute wholesale and retail power transactions across North American markets

• Develop and implement transmission strategies including point-to-point, NITS, and other service arrangements

• Support structuring of agreements such as EEIs, WSPP Schedule C, tolling agreements, HRCOs, and capacity products

• Evaluate power market dynamics including pricing, congestion, and regulatory frameworks

• Support development of behind-the-meter and alternative infrastructure strategies

• Analyze transmission constraints, interconnection risks, and queue positions

• Engage with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, regulators, and transmission providers on large load integration

• Partner with internal stakeholders on long-term energy and infrastructure strategy

• Support negotiation of complex commercial energy agreements

• Coordinate across development, legal, infrastructure, and executive teams to deliver solutions

• Additional duties as assigned by Management

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Energy, or related field

• 4–8 years of experience in power markets, structured transactions, or energy origination

• Experience with transmission products (point-to-point, NITS) and grid processes

• Familiarity with structured agreements such as EEI and WSPP

• Exposure to development processes including interconnection and utility engagement

• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills

• Ability to assess market dynamics and develop strategic solutions

• Experience working with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, or energy counterparties

• Travel up to 20%, with potential to increase as the business evolves

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

• Primarily desk-based, remote office role.

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.

• Occasional meetings outside normal business hours may be required due to cross-functional or counterparty scheduling.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $175,000-$190,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and participation in a 401(k) plan with company match.

• Compensation will be based on experience, skills, and location.

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

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