Project Manager - Power Contracts

Applied Digital; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Digital is seeking a mid-level Project Manager to join our Energy Strategy organization. This role will support evaluation, contracting, and ongoing management of energy supply agreements for data center projects, with cross-functional collaboration across development, EPC, legal, and finance teams.

The ideal candidate will be a self-sufficient project manager who can contribute across the full project lifecycle, integrate with cross functional teams to drive project delivery, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business, or equivalent on-the-job experience.
• 5+ years in a commercial role negotiating and managing energy service contracts with large loads.
• Experience with data center loads contracts is a plus.
• Knowledge of utility tariff structures and regulatory processes with state PSCs.
• Experience with energy hedges from RTO/ISO markets or bilateral agreements preferred.
• Understanding of transmission grid load studies, interconnection facilities, and power generation technologies.
• Ability to interface with legal, construction, operations, finance, and land procurement teams.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day coordination for energy supply agreements with utilities and providers.
• Provide administrative and operational support during contract execution and transition activities, while maintaining ownership of post-execution contract management and compliance.
• Identify, track and ensure delivery of energy supply contract obligations.
• Coordinate, track and provide information on core power related contracts (ESA, CRA, CIAC, interconnection agreements) with internal teams and outside counsel.
• Developing and reporting on key project agreement metrics (KPIs) related to energization timelines and budget variances.
• Serve as the connective tissue between development, EPC, legal, finance, and utility counterparties to keep schedules, milestones, and obligations aligned.
• Focus on execution, risk management, and keeping projects moving once commercial structure is defined.

Skills

Energy contracts

Utilities experience

Contract negotiation

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Applied Digital, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting-edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high-performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI-driven video and generative platforms.

We are:

• Forward-Thinkers: With a keen eye on current market trends and future innovations, we adapt swiftly and lead technological evolution.
• Resilient: We navigate complex challenges and emerge stronger, delivering robust and reliable solutions for industry pioneers.
• Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards.

At Applied Digital, we are committed to solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. We are a team of resilient, forward-thinking innovators driving the AI revolution.

Position Summary:

Applied Digital is seeking a mid-level Project Manager to join our growing Energy Strategy organization. This role will support the evaluation, contracting, and own the continued management of energy supply agreements and obligations tracking for our data center projects, The ideal candidate will be a self-sufficient project manager who can contribute across the full project lifecycle, integrate with cross functional teams to drive project delivery, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality insights aligned with business objectives.

This role is execution-focused and sits at the center of utility, regulatory, and contractual coordination and reports to the VP Energy Strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day coordination for energy supply agreements with electric utilities, independent power producers, or other providers.
• Provide administrative and operational support during contract execution and transition activities, while maintaining ownership of post-execution contract management and compliance.
• Identify, track and ensure delivery of energy supply contract obligations.
• Coordinate, track and provide information on core power related contracts (ESA, CRA, CIAC, interconnection agreements) with internal teams and outside counsel.
• Developing and reporting on key project agreement metrics (KPIs) related to energization timelines and budget variances.
• Serve as the connective tissue between development, EPC, legal, finance, and utility counterparties to keep schedules, milestones, and obligations aligned.
• Focus on execution, risk management, and keeping projects moving once commercial structure is defined.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business related field (accounting, finance, management), or equivalent on-the-job experience.
• 5+ years of experience working for or with electric utilities in a commercial role negotiating, implementing and managing energy service related contracts with large commercial or industrial loads.
• Experience in contracts related to serving data center loads is a plus.
• Knowledge of utility tariff structures and related regulatory processes with state public service commissions.
• Experience with electrical energy and capacity supply contracts and hedges from the RTO/ ISO market and / or third party bi-lateral agreements would be preferred.
• Understanding of transmission grid load studies, interconnection facilities infrastructure, and power generation technologies.
• Ability to interface with other APLD groups, including legal, construction, operations, finance, and land procurement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Electric Utilities, RTO and ISO constructs across various US regions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of applications.
• Knowledgeable in electrical load and/or behind the meter generation processes

Please note that Applied Digital is currently unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, visa categories such as H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1, O-1, and any Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) or other work authorizations that require employer sponsorship.

• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication to document project essentials.
• Collaboration: Ability to work closely with team members, supervisors, and cross-functional partners.
• Adaptability: Flexible in responding to changes in process, tools, and environment.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through with minimal supervision.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains thorough and accurate logs, inspections, records, and documentation.
• Time Management: Manages time effectively to meet performance expectations and service levels.
• Integrity: Adheres to company policies, safety protocols, and professional ethics always.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Recommends and supports efficiency, safety, and system innovations.
• Documentation Discipline: Maintains clear, consistent records for operational continuity and compliance.
• Security Compliance: Maintains awareness of data center physical and logical security expectations.
• Digital Literacy: Uses productivity tools (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Excel, ticketing systems) for communication and documentation in office or hybrid settings.

Physical Requirements:

Able to remain in a seated position for an extended period and to lift and carry up to 15 lbs. (office manuals, case notebooks, case files, case materials, standard boxes, report binders, etc.) as needed.

Sponsorship Statement:

Please note that Applied Digital is currently unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, visa categories such as H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1, O-1, and any Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) or other work authorizations that require employer sponsorship.

Working Conditions by Location:

Remote: The Company agrees that Employee may work from home provided employee is in good standing, has a continuous secured internet connection, necessary equipment, and is accessible by MS Teams, phone, fax, and email during business hours. (See Telework policy.)

Office Environment: Business office hours, with work hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions. Some overtime may be required to accomplish timely work demands and meet the company’s professional commitments. Overtime hours worked are paid to nonexempt employees at one and a half times their hourly pay rate.

Site Location: We are a 24-hour facility. Work hours (shifts) are assigned as necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions, ensure compliance, and support efficient company operations. Some positions require work at irregular hours (nights/weekends), overtime, alternating shifts, and working in challenging conditions (heat/cold, hazardous environments, loud worksites). Overtime hours worked are paid to nonexempt employees at one and a half times their hourly pay rate.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents acknowledge that they possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.