Senior Manager - Data Center Regional Power Development

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The Power Development Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing the contractual, technical and strategic aspects of Equinix's regional power strategy, focusing on utility relationship management, power deal origination, connection agreements, and large load regulatory changes. This role requires a deep understanding of energy systems and markets, utility management, and the regulatory framework governance. The Senior Manager will lead efforts within the southern region of AMER including LATAM to originate, secure and manage utility connections, oversee Independent Power Producer (IPP) agreements, evaluate On Site Power Generation solutions, and contribute to the overall development of the company's power availability strategy throughout the region.

• Power origination
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  Identify power development opportunities within region that meet DC build timelines and strategy. Source energy from developers, utilities, IPPs, onsite generation or hybrid approaches.
• Utility Relationship Management
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  Own relationship with current and potential utility partners. Understand the utility partner's organization, energy programs, and lead regular leadership exchanges.
• Utility Connection Management
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  Oversee the management and negotiation of utility connection agreements, ensuring timely, reliable and cost-effective power supply for Equinix's global operations.
• IPP Agreement Oversight
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  In coordination with Energy operations, manage and oversee agreements with Independent Power Producers (IPPs), ensuring that contracts align with the company's energy procurement goals and compliance requirements.
• On Site Power Generation & Storage
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  In coordination with Global Design and Construction, evaluate OSPG and storage options for long term power needs, bridging solutions, and or grid services.
• Power Availability Strategy
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  Assist in the development and execution of strategies to ensure continuous and reliable power availability across all Equinix facilities, considering both current needs and future growth.
• Market Analysis and Strategy
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  Monitor and analyze energy markets, regulatory changes, identifying trends and opportunities that inform the company's long-term power strategies.
• Technical Leadership
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  Provide expert guidance on power regional power strategy, including origination, utilities/IPP management, & regulatory changes, ensuring that the company's power infrastructure is delivered on time, reliably, and aligned with industry best practices.
• Project Oversight
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  Contribute to power strategy for new and existing developments from origination through energization and ongoing relationships with power providers.
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance
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  Collaborate with the legal team to navigate the complexities of utility agreements and IPP contracts, ensuring all contracts are compliant with local regulations and company policies.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
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  Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, legal, and finance, to ensure alignment on power-related initiatives and goals.
• Risk Management
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  Identify and mitigate risks associated with power procurement, utility connections, and IPP agreements, ensuring the company's energy needs are met without compromising on quality or cost-effectiveness.

• Experience
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  Minimum of 7+ years of experience in power origination, utilities connection agreements, relationship management, data center development, with significant experience in a senior management role.
• Education
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  Bachelor's degree in Energy Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications in energy management or project management preferred. Applicable real-world experience in wholesale or retail power markets will also be considered.
• Technical Expertise
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  Extensive knowledge of existing and emerging energy systems, utility connections, IPP agreements, and US energy markets, with the ability to apply this expertise in a strategic context.
• Project Development/Management
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  Proven experience leading complex projects related to energy infrastructure and procurement. This includes that ability to influence internally and externally.
• Contracting experience
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  Strong understanding of the legal and regulatory aspects of utility agreements, IPP contracts, and energy procurement.
• Market Insight
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  Deep familiarity with the US & LATAM energy market,…