Power Delivery Planning Manager - Mission Critical

Job Description:

The Power Delivery Planning Manager is responsible for planning and securing electrical infrastructure to support large-scale data center developments. This role leads site evaluation for power viability, coordinates with utilities on transmission and substation planning, and supports the interconnection strategy to meet the aggressive timelines and power capacity needs of hyperscale data centers.

This individual leads power delivery strategy from site selection through interconnection planning, enabling smooth hand-off to execution and construction teams.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Site Evaluation & Power Feasibility
  • Assess power availability, grid proximity, substation capacity, and system constraints for prospective development sites.
  • Conduct preliminary reviews of utility infrastructure and long-term capacity planning to support phased development.
  • Provide expert input on site selection, permitting, design, and construction to ensure power delivery is integrated into the broader project development process.
  • Provide input on site selection, land use, zoning, and construction feasibility based on power access.
  • Identify and manager power delivery risks and mitigation of risks.
  • Identify and track AHJ transmission and distribution permitting requirements
  • Establish Power Delivery Budgets in coordination with Utility Providers.
  • Track utility infrastructure schedules and manage risks related to delivery delays or system constraints.
• Utility Coordination
  • Act as the primary point of contact with utilities, transmission providers, and Independent System Operators/Regional Transmission Organizations regarding interconnection applications, studies, and agreements.
  • Engage with utilities and transmission operators to understand timelines, requirements, and opportunities for interconnection.
  • Lead utility data requests, initiate interconnection inquiries, and track development-stage milestones.
  • Coordinate planning and execution of substation build-outs, upgrades, or new transmission lines in partnership with utilities.
  • Track utility infrastructure schedules and manage risks related to delivery delays or system constraints.
• Strategic Planning
  • Develop power delivery roadmaps to support development timelines and phased capacity growth.
  • Evaluate and recommend interconnection strategies (new substations, taps, load-serving solutions).
• Technical & Regulatory Support
  • Monitor regional transmission planning, regulatory changes, and utility investment plans that may impact site viability.
• Internal Collaboration
  • Work closely with internal teams (development, design, construction, legal) to align power planning with business goals and development milestones.
  • Translate technical power delivery information into executive-level summaries to support decision-making.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in transmission/distribution planning, interconnection, or utility coordination.
• Strong understanding of utility infrastructure, substation design, and power delivery timelines.
• Experience engaging with utilities and regulatory bodies on infrastructure development.
• Experience supporting data center, industrial, or large infrastructure development.

You will really stand out if you:

• Have familiarity with regional power markets (e.g. MISO).

• Have power system modeling or interconnection study experience.

• Have a Professional Engineer (PE) license or PMP certification.

Compensation:

The salary range is $140,000 - $ 175,000. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Benefits

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Educational Assistance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Parenting Benefits

• Employee Discount Programs

• Pet insurance

• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds

• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

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