Data Center Energy Program Manager

Facebook; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 126,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Data Center Energy Program Manager to drive energy solutions for its expanding data center fleet. This role involves developing site-specific energy strategies, managing complex projects, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead negotiations. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and sustainability, where your contributions will significantly impact the efficiency of energy operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in energy project management or utility.
• Working knowledge of utility interconnection processes.

Responsibilities

• Support energy infrastructure strategies for data centers.
• Lead negotiations for energy agreements and manage project processes.

Skills

Program Management

Project Development

Communication Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Negotiation

Energy Infrastructure Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, environmental, or energy related discipline

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Keynote

Job description

**Summary:**

Our data centers are the foundation upon which our rapidly scaling infrastructure efficiently operates to deliver our innovative services. Meta is seeking an experienced, organized and self-motivated individual to support the development of cost-effective energy solutions for our growing fleet of data centers.

**Required Skills:**

Data Center Energy Program Manager Responsibilities:

1. Support the creation and execution of overarching and site-specific energy infrastructure strategies for Facebook’s data centers

2. Establish and communicate energy requirements to internal and external stakeholders

3. Lead negotiations for energy infrastructure agreements that align with Meta's project and company requirements and policies, and present recommendations to leadership for approval

4. Manage project due diligence, site development, construction, commercial agreements and operational processes for energy related matters

5. Lead communication and deliverables between utility partners, internal stakeholders, and consultants

6. Build and maintain relationships with internal partners including site selection, strategic engineering, data center design, construction, facility operations, legal and finance

7. Identify and drive process improvements to optimize project delivery, resulting in significant time and cost savings

8. Lead and manage various ad hoc energy initiatives for Meta and its energy program, driving successful outcomes and delivering value to the organization

9. Travel domestically and internationally, as needed (up to 25%)

**Minimum Qualifications:**

Minimum Qualifications:

10. Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, environmental, or energy related discipline

11. 5+ years of relevant work experience with a utility, energy project developer, design/consulting firm, construction firm or energy intensive consumer

12. Working knowledge of transmission, distribution and utility interconnection processes and electrical infrastructure

13. Experience with project development and management for complex, large-scale projects

14. Proven program management skills to manage multiple projects concurrently

15. Proven communications skills to develop and maintain partnerships with suppliers and stakeholders

16. Intermediate Excel and PowerPoint and/or Keynote skills

**Public Compensation:**

$126,000/year to $179,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

**Industry:** Internet

**Equal Opportunity:**

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

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