Senior Associate, Energy Infrastructure, NA
About the role
Job Description
Ada Infrastructure is a part of Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative investment manager. This role supports the execution of global energy and utility strategy, focusing on power procurement, clean energy initiatives, market research, and internal reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Global Energy Strategy Development
Collaborate or lead the development of a comprehensive global energy strategy aligned with Ada Infrastructure's business objectives and sustainability goals.
Lead long-term planning for power capacity, reliability, and sustainability across all regions.
Identify and evaluate emerging energy technologies and their potential impact on data center operations.Team Leadership and Management
Oversee and manage all teams involved in power procurement, energy agreements, clean energy initiatives, and sustainability projects.
Establish key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement in team performance.End-to-End Power Project Management
Own the entire power lifecycle from site selection through project energization and ongoing operations.
Develop and implement standardized processes for power infrastructure development across all regions.
Oversee budget allocation and financial performance of power-related projects.Sustainability Leadership
Drive Ada Infrastructure's energy-related sustainability initiatives, including setting and achieving renewable energy targets.
Develop and implement strategies to reduce carbon footprint and improve energy efficiency across all data center operations.Stakeholder Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for executives on all energy and utility matters.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key external stakeholders, including utilities, regulators, and energy technology providers.
Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Finance, Legal, Operations) to ensure alignment of energy strategies with overall business objectives.Market Intelligence and Risk Management
Monitor global energy markets, policies, and regulations to identify risks and opportunities.
Develop strategies to mitigate energy-related risks and capitalize on market opportunities.
Provide regular market intelligence briefings to executive leadership.Innovation and Technology Adoption
Lead the evaluation and adoption of innovative energy technologies to improve efficiency and reliability.
Drive partnerships with energy technology providers and research institutions.
Lead pilot projects to test and implement new energy solutions in data center environments.Financial Optimization
Develop and implement strategies to optimize energy costs across the global portfolio.
Lead negotiations for power purchase agreements and other energy contracts to secure favorable terms.
Collaborate with finance teams to develop energy hedging strategies and manage energy-related financial risks.
Qualifications and Required Experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy management, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.Experience
Extensive experience in energy management, utilities, or related roles, with a focus on data center or large-scale infrastructure projects.Skills
Deep understanding of global energy markets, regulations, and emerging technologies.
Extensive experience in negotiating complex energy contracts and power purchase agreements.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and manage high-performing global teams.
Excellent financial acumen, including experience with budget management and financial modeling.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with C-level executives and diverse stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
Proven experience in driving sustainability initiatives and achieving renewable energy targets.
Familiarity with data center operations and infrastructure requirements.