Power & Energy Manager – Data Centres (Client-Side)
Location: London (3 days per week in office minimum)
Region: Europe
We are working with a rapidly growing, international data centre platform to appoint a Power & Energy Manager into their European team.
This is a critical, delivery-focused role, responsible for unlocking power capacity across a portfolio of hyperscale developments. You’ll take ownership of grid connections and associated infrastructure from early-stage through to energisation – playing a key role in enabling new data centre capacity across Europe.
This is an opportunity to join a business at scale, but still in a phase of significant growth, where power strategy and execution are central to success.
The Role
You will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of power infrastructure, ensuring projects are progressed efficiently from concept through to energisation.
Key responsibilities include:
Grid Connections & Infrastructure Delivery
* Lead delivery of transmission and distribution connections, including substations and cable routes
* Manage projects in line with grid agreements and wider development milestones
* Drive progress with utilities (TSOs/DNOs) and contractors through to energisation
* Identify and manage EPC / turnkey contractors
Local Power & Energy Solutions
* Support evaluation and delivery of front-of-the-meter and behind-the-meter solutions
* Manage contractors delivering onsite or alternative power solutions
* Contribute to commercial and technical negotiations
Site Selection & Feasibility
* Assess power availability and grid timelines for new sites
* Analyse infrastructure requirements, interim solutions, and long-term capacity
* Provide clear recommendations to support land and development decisions
Energy & Commercial Support
* Support energy procurement activities and implementation (e.g. metering)
* Track renewable energy opportunities, including private wire solutions
* Assist with grid connection agreements and utility negotiations
Stakeholder Management
* Act as the key point of contact for all power-related matters internally
* Work closely with land, sales, construction and operations teams
* Provide clear, concise updates on project status and risks
Financial & Reporting
* Track capital spend and budget commitments
* Support forecasting and communicate key payment milestones
What We’re Looking For
* 5+ years’ experience delivering grid connections and power infrastructure for large energy users
* Proven track record in HV / EHV project delivery from concept through to energisation
* Strong experience working with TSOs, DNOs and utility providers
* Experience managing contractors and driving programme delivery
* Exposure to grid connection agreements and utility negotiations
* Ability to communicate complex technical and commercial topics clearly
Desirable Experience
* Data centre or mission-critical infrastructure experience
* Exposure to renewable energy or power generation
* Experience working across European markets
* Additional European language skills (French, Spanish or German)
Why This Role?
* Join a high-growth data centre platform delivering hyperscale capacity across Europe
* Play a key role in unlocking power, the single biggest constraint in the market
* Opportunity to work across multiple countries and complex infrastructure projects
* Clear scope for progression as the platform continues to scale