AI Data Center Deployment Manager

Hydra Host

. Build and manage a pipeline of candidate sites and AI Factory partners across North America .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data center development and site selection, with a strong focus on securing utility power and managing infrastructure projects. Proven ability to negotiate agreements and deliver results in fast-paced environments while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.

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Data Center DevelopmentUtility Power SecuringInfrastructure Project ManagementNegotiation SkillsExecutive Communication

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Hard Skills

Site SelectionLoad StudiesService AgreementsFiber Network KnowledgeHigh-Density GPU DeploymentsLiquid CoolingNVIDIA Reference ArchitecturesPermitting FamiliarityZoning KnowledgeConstruction Management

Soft Skills

Strong NegotiationComfort with AmbiguityClear Communication

Tools & Technologies

Pipeline Management ToolsPerformance Tracking Systems

Industry Keywords

ColocationHyperscale InfrastructureEnergy Project DevelopmentInterconnectionLoad CommitmentsNetwork OperatorsDark Fiber ProvidersSite FinancingCapacity Offtake StructuresLocal Incentives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and manage a pipeline of candidate sites and AI Factory partners across North America
Qualify sites based on power, time-to-energization, rack density, liquid-cooling readiness, fiber diversity and latency, and permitting risk
Run technical and commercial due diligence on landlords, operators, and developers
Make go/no-go recommendations aligned with customer demand and deployment roadmap
Engage utilities and co-ops to secure load commitments and accelerate interconnection and energization
Manage load studies, service agreements, and substation or transmission upgrade timelines
Evaluate bridge and behind-the-meter power options
Build relationships with fiber carriers, dark fiber providers, and network operators
Secure diverse, high-capacity routes and negotiate connectivity agreements
Own site delivery through operational readiness and customer handoff
Drive construction firms, engineering partners, and integrators to meet power, cooling, network, and rack-ready milestones
Manage schedules, budgets, risks, and critical-path dependencies across multiple sites
Act as senior point of contact for site partners, utilities, builders, and local stakeholders
Negotiate site, power, and connectivity agreements within delegated authority
Lead executive-level conversations and coordinate with Sales and Customer teams
Build a scalable site qualification and onboarding playbook
Maintain pipeline, MW timelines, and partner-performance tracking
Deliver executive reporting on readiness, risks, and forecasted capacity
In the first 90 days, map the site pipeline and partner landscape, establish qualification tools, and advance at least two priority sites to go/no-go

Requirements

What you’ll need

8–12+ years in data center development, site selection, colocation or hyperscale infrastructure, or energy/utility project development
Direct experience securing utility power for large-load sites, including interconnection, load studies, and service agreements
Working knowledge of fiber networks and carrier provisioning
Track record of delivering multiple concurrent infrastructure projects on aggressive timelines
Strong negotiation skills with utilities, landlords, carriers, and contractors
Comfort operating with ambiguity and real ownership in a fast-moving startup
Clear, concise executive communication
Preferred: experience delivering high-density GPU or AI deployments, including direct liquid cooling and NVIDIA reference architectures
Preferred: existing network across utilities, developers, carriers, and data center operators in key North American markets
Preferred: familiarity with permitting, zoning, land entitlement, and local incentives
Preferred: exposure to site financing or capacity offtake structures
Preferred: electrical or mechanical engineering, construction management, or energy background

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Meaningful equity