Data Center Growth Director

Black Hills Energy; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 170,000 - 281,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

401(k) match (6% company) and enhanced

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO and holidays

Life insurance and disability benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Black Hills Energy seeks a strategic leader to drive data center development, cultivate hyperscale and colocation partnerships, and manage complex cross-functional initiatives. The role focuses on expanding the data center customer base while maintaining regulatory and financial diligence across multiple states.

The Director will negotiate major agreements, align strategic growth with regulatory requirements, and represent the company in business and financial communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 10+ years in energy sector with business development, finance, account management, project management, strategic planning, or commercial growth.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.
• 2+ years in data center development preferred.
• Strong understanding of data center industry and utility services.
• Executive presence with ability to engage senior executives, regulators and large customers.

Responsibilities

• Identify and target potential data center customers; develop strategies to attract and secure new business.
• Lead negotiations to secure agreements and partnerships; create compelling proposals and presentations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including data center customers and regulators.
• Coordinate cross-functionally among regulatory, engineering, transmission, generation, finance, legal and operations teams.
• Monitor market trends to identify opportunities and stay ahead of industry developments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations; identify and mitigate risks in client acquisition and contracts.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Strategic partnerships

Client relationships

Negotiations

Regulatory awareness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Black Hills Energy seeks a strategic leader to drive data center development, cultivate hyperscale and colocation partnerships, and manage complex cross-functional initiatives. The role focuses on expanding the data center customer base while maintaining regulatory and financial diligence across multiple states.

The Director will negotiate major agreements, align strategic growth with regulatory requirements, and represent the company in business and financial communities.