Senior Manager, Energy Infrastructure, NA

Ares Management Corporation; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Rx Dental Vision plans

401(k) with company match

FSA/HSA options

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Ada Infrastructure seeks a North American Energy Infrastructure Lead to guide the execution of our global energy strategy for its data center portfolio.

You will collaborate with the Global Lead on power procurement, clean energy initiatives, market research, and reporting to ensure reliable, cost-effective energy delivery across regions. Strong leadership and senior stakeholder engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• > Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy management, business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• > 7–10 years in energy management/utilities with data center/infrastructure focus.
• > Extensive experience negotiating energy contracts and PPAs.
• > Strong leadership to build/manage global teams.
• > Financial acumen with budgeting and modeling.
• > Ability to partner with C-level executives and diverse stakeholders.
• > Travel willingness to travel globally.
• > Familiarity with data center operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop a global energy strategy aligned with Ada Infrastructure’s goals and sustainability targets.
• Lead long-term power capacity planning for reliability and efficiency across regions.
• Oversee teams handling power procurement, energy agreements, and sustainability initiatives.
• Own the full power lifecycle from site selection to energization and operations.
• Drive renewable energy targets and energy efficiency improvements across data centers.
• Manage relationships with utilities, regulators, and energy providers.

Skills

Global energy strategy

Team leadership

Financial modeling

Energy markets knowledge

Stakeholder management

Power procurement

Data center ops

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.

About the company:

Ada Infrastructure is a part of the digital infrastructure platform of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES), a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We are a global data center business grounded in sustainability, safety, and security. With a world-class team of industry leaders and the resources of Ares Management Ada Infrastructure is executing on our mission to lead the world in sustainable digital infrastructure that drives customer success and social benefit.

Why Join Us:

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytically strong individual to join as the North American Energy Infrastructure Lead to support the execution of our global energy and utility strategy. This role will work directly with the Global Lead, contributing to utility‑scale power procurement, clean energy initiatives, market research, and internal reporting to support the reliable and cost‑effective delivery of power across our global data center portfolio. This is a high‑impact role offering exposure to C‑level strategic planning, infrastructure deployment, and global energy transition initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Global Energy Strategy Development Collaborate or lead the development of, in coordination with the Global Lead, and implement a comprehensive global energy strategy aligned with Ada Infrastructure’s business objectives and sustainability goals
• Lead long‑term planning for power capacity, reliability, and sustainability across all regions Identify and evaluate emerging energy technologies and their potential impact on data center operations
• Team Leadership and Management Oversee and manage all teams involved in power procurement, energy agreements, clean energy initiatives, and sustainability projects Establish key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement in team performance
• End‑to‑End Power Project Management Own the entire power lifecycle from site selection through project energization and ongoing operations Develop and implement standardized processes for power infrastructure development across all regions Oversee budget allocation and financial performance of power‑related projects
• Sustainability Leadership Drive Ada Infrastructure's energy‑related sustainability initiatives, including setting and achieving renewable energy targets Develop and implement strategies to reduce carbon footprint and improve energy efficiency across all data center operations Represent the company in industry forums and partnerships focused on sustainable data center practices
• Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary point of contact for executives on all energy and utility matters Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key external stakeholders, including utilities, regulators, and energy technology providers Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Finance, Legal, Operations) to ensure alignment of energy strategies with overall business objectives
• Market Intelligence and Risk Management Monitor global energy markets, policies, and regulations to identify risks and opportunities (use “prospects” instead) Develop strategies to mitigate energy‑related risks and capitalize on market opportunities Provide regular market intelligence briefings to executive leadership
• Innovation and Technology Adoption Lead the evaluation and adoption of innovative energy technologies to improve efficiency and reliability Develop partnerships with energy technology providers and research institutions Drive pilot projects to test and implement new energy solutions in data center environments
• Financial Optimization Develop and implement strategies to optimize energy costs across the global portfolio Lead negotiations for power purchase agreements and other energy contracts to secure favorable terms Collaborate with finance teams to develop energy hedging strategies and manage energy‑related financial risks

Qualifications and Required Experience:

• Education Bachelor’s degree in engineering, energy management, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Preferred Experience The ideal candidate will have at least 7-10 years of experience in energy management, utilities, or related roles, with a focus on data center or large‑scale infrastructure projects. Ideally, they will have a track record in developing and implementingenergy strategies. They will possess a deep understanding of global energy markets, regulations, and emerging technologies. Specifically, they will have:
  • Extensive experience in negotiating complex energy contracts and power purchase agreements
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to build and manage high‑performing global teams
  • Excellent financial acumen, including experience with budget management and financial modeling
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with C‑level executives and diverse stakeholders
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills
  • Experience in driving sustainability initiatives and achieving renewable energy targets
  • Familiarity with data center operations and infrastructure requirements
  • Willingness to travel globally as needed

Reporting Relationships

Compensation The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance‑based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role. $180,000.00 - $210,000.00

• Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) program with company match
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA)
• Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit
• access to a world‑class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more.

Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of June 30, 2026, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $671billion of assets under management(1) with more than 4,400 employees operating across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. For more information, please visit www.aresmgmt.com.

Ares Management LLC (together with its related operating and administrative subsidiaries, “Ares Management”) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, sex, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity and expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as unemployed, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Ares Management will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. (1) As of June 30, 2026. AUM amounts include funds managed by Ivy Hill Asset Management, LP., a wholly owned portfolio company of Ares Capital Corporation and registered investment adviser.