Head of Power Development for Hyperscale Data Centers

Joe Amara Executive Search; United States; On-site; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a rapidly growing digital infrastructure company, seeks a Chief Power Officer to lead the development of large-scale power generation projects supporting its U.S. data center portfolio.

The role focuses on behind-the-meter generation and fuels the expansion for hyperscale and AI infrastructure customers. You will build the power development organization, drive strategy, manage site selection, commercial evaluation, and asset monetization, while coordinating with data center,

Qualifications

• Extensive experience developing large-scale power generation assets.
• Strong commercial judgment and ability to evaluate monetization options.
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary development teams.
• Experience engaging utilities, IPPs, and infrastructure investors.
• Knowledge of natural gas-fired generation and related tech.
• Ability to balance fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments with risk management.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute U.S. power generation development strategy for hyperscale data centers.
• Identify, evaluate, and advance greenfield opportunities with site selection and feasibility.
• Lead commercial engagement with utilities and independent power producers.
• Develop behind-the-meter and islanded generation strategies.
• Build and lead a high-performing power development organization.
• Oversee project economics, risk, and resource management.

Skills

Power project development

Commercial judgment

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Job description

Our client, a rapidly growing digital infrastructure company, seeks a Chief Power Officer to lead the development of large-scale power generation projects supporting its U.S. data center portfolio.

The role focuses on behind-the-meter generation and fuels the expansion for hyperscale and AI infrastructure customers. You will build the power development organization, drive strategy, manage site selection, commercial evaluation, and asset monetization, while coordinating with data center,