Power Developer

Intersect; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grant

Health & wellness coverage

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Intersect is seeking a Power Developer to drive strategy, commercial structuring, and execution of utility-scale clean energy and large-load projects across the U.S. You will own projects end-to-end, from siting and strategy through construction handover, coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

You will lead on-site bridging power initiatives for 25+ data center sites, develop gas, storage, and power infrastructure, and manage multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hands-on experience in project development within the natural gas, oil and gas, or power development sectors.
• Demonstrated expertise building and managing complex project financial models in Excel.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams through critical development milestones and negotiate commercial terms.

Responsibilities

• Execute on-site bridge power and portfolio strategy across a nationwide fleet of 25+ data center sites, supporting utility-scale energy projects.
• Evaluate site-specific technical and commercial development risks across natural gas supply, BESS sizing, and behind-the-meter integration.
• Own comprehensive financial and valuation models to evaluate project economics, fuel supply, pipeline costs, and commercial structures.
• Lead commercial negotiations with gas utilities, midstream pipeline operators, OEMs, offtakers, and local authorities.
• Manage the convergence of natural gas pipelines, engines or turbines, and battery storage to meet reliability standards.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to keep aggressive development schedules on track and ensure smooth handover to construction.

Skills

Financial modeling

Project development

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

Excel

Job description

We’re a team of friends bound together by a mission to preserve our planet for future generations through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. Intersect develops, constructs, and operates the most ambitious power and data center infrastructure in the country by co-locating industrial demand with dedicated gas and renewable power generation.

Intersect was acquired by Google in March 2026 and operates as an independent subsidiary. We are developing and constructing multiple gigawatts of energy and data center projects in the U.S., enabling more data center and generation capacity to come online faster. We’re on an aggressive growth trajectory and looking for people hungry to tackle the largest energy challenges on the planet.

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office - we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.

About this role

As a Power Developer on Intersect's Development team, you'll drive the strategy, commercial structuring, and execution of utility-scale clean energy, storage, natural gas, and large-load projects across key U.S. energy markets. You will own projects throughout their full lifecycle—from early-stage siting and commercial strategy through construction handover—by framing critical tradeoffs, managing project economics, and negotiating foundational agreements with external partners.

You will immediately spearhead a high-priority initiative to deploy on-site bridging power solutions across 25+ Google data center sites nationwide, alongside advancing Intersect's core power portfolio. Managing both commercial and technical integration efforts, you will develop natural gas pipeline, battery storage, and power-generation infrastructure that provides reliable alternatives to constrained grid interconnections. This role is planned to start on December 2026, with a training period of 4 weeks to reach full productivity by January 2027.

Team overview

This team plays a critical role in advancing Intersect's mission to accelerate the clean energy transition. The Development team acts as the central engine for growth, identifying high-value regional opportunities and transforming land, hyperscale load demand, and market signals into fully operational, utility-scale power infrastructure. Joining this team means taking end-to-end ownership of complex energy assets while collaborating with multidisciplinary industry experts in an agile, high-trust environment.

What you'll do

Execute On-Site Bridge Power and Portfolio Strategy

• Build and execute the on-site generation strategy across a nationwide fleet of 25+ data center sites, alongside supporting utility-scale solar, wind, battery storage, and natural gas projects from initial market entry to construction handover.

• Evaluate site-specific technical and commercial development risks across natural gas supply, BESS sizing, and behind-the-meter integration, framing actionable tradeoffs for senior leadership and investment committees.

Drive Commercial Structuring and Financial Valuation

• Own comprehensive financial and valuation models in Excel to evaluate project economics, fuel supply and pipeline cost profiles, equipment procurement, and M&A or commercial transaction structures.

• Lead commercial negotiations for key agreements and terms with gas utilities, midstream pipeline operators, power generation OEMs, offtakers, and local authorities.

Lead Technical Integration and Infrastructure Delivery

• Manage the commercial and technical convergence of natural gas pipelines, reciprocating engines or turbines, and battery storage systems to meet stringent data center reliability and ramp-rate standards.

• Partner with internal engineering teams and external EPCs/OEMs to de-risk behind-the-meter configurations and accelerate time-to-power.

Steer Cross-Functional Governance and Execution

• Coordinate multidisciplinary SME teams—including engineering, environmental permitting, gas origination, project finance, and external consultants—to keep aggressive development schedules on track.

• Manage day-to-day project budgets, critical-path schedules, and tracking tools to ensure operational discipline and seamless handover to construction.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• 3-5 years of hands‑on experience in project development within the natural gas, oil and gas, or power development sectors; or 3-5 years as a sales or project engineer with a major EPC or power systems OEM (or equivalent experience in energy consulting or investment banking).

• Demonstrated expertise building and managing complex project financial models in Excel, structuring commercial deals, and evaluating regional energy and fuel market dynamics.

• Working knowledge of natural gas pipeline interconnections, bridge power generation technologies, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and technical integration with large industrial or data center loads.

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams through critical development milestones, tight timelines, and high‑stakes commercial negotiations.

• An entrepreneurial, problem‑solving mindset capable of navigating ambiguity and building repeatable processes across a multi‑site national portfolio.

• Strong alignment with Intersect's core values of Equity, Humility, Authenticity, Long‑run Value, and People Come First.

Total Rewards

Total Compensation: $128,000 - $148,000 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD)

Equity: Beyond your salary, you’ll receive an Equity Grant, giving you a meaningful stake in our parent company.

Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision

Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)

Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning and family care support through Carrot and Maven

Mental health: Free access to Spring Health, including 5 free therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+

Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup, free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly company‑paid credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

Intersect maintains a work environment free from discrimination, one where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling Intersect's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Intersect does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by and consistent with applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline.