Director of Energy Strategy & Utility Procurement (or VP of Energy & Power Contracts, depending on seniority)

⸻🎯 Role TitleDirector of Energy Strategy & Utility Procurement(or VP of Energy & Power Contracts, depending on seniority)⸻🌐 Core Responsibilities • Utility NegotiationsLead negotiations with utilities, IPPs, and co-ops for long-term and short-term PPAs to secure cost-effective, reliable power for DGXX data centers. • Power Procurement StrategyDevelop and execute strategies to hedge against volatility in wholesale markets (e.g., natural gas, capacity markets, renewable credits). • Partnerships & IncentivesIdentify opportunities for tax incentives, RECs, and renewable integration; liaise with state/local energy authorities (e.g., Alabama Power, Duke Energy, NYISO, MISO). • Contract StructuringDraft and review power agreements including PPAs, tolling agreements, and interconnection deals, ensuring favorable terms and risk mitigation. • Site Development SupportSupport the development team in evaluating new site opportunities, assessing grid capacity, interconnection timelines, and transmission costs. • Utility Relationship ManagementMaintain strong relationships with utilities, regulators, and ISOs/RTOs to ensure proactive positioning for DGXX’s expansion.⸻✅ Ideal Background • Experience: 7–15+ years in energy procurement, utility negotiations, or power trading. Preferably from data center operators, hyperscalers, or large industrials (e.g., crypto mining, aluminum smelters, steel). • Network: Strong utility & ISO/RTO relationships (MISO, NYISO, PJM, SPP, ERCOT, TVA, etc.). • Contracts: Hands-on experience negotiating PPAs (renewable + thermal), capacity agreements, and interconnection contracts. • Technical: Understanding of Tier 3/Tier 4 data center energy loads, backup generation, and dual power path infrastructure. • Education: Background in energy economics, engineering, or law; MBA or JD preferred but not mandatory.⸻💡 Candidate Sources • Senior power procurement managers from Google, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, Meta (data-center energy teams). • Executives from independent power producers (IPPs) or utilities (NextEra, Duke, Southern Company, NRG, Constellation). • Energy traders or structured products specialists from banks/hedge funds with utility backgrounds. • Former PPA negotiators from renewable developers (Ørsted, Enel, Invenergy).