Director, Energy Strategy & Development

Rowan Digital Infrastructure

. Define, own, and deliver Rowan’s multi-year new market energy strategy aligned with company growth plans, customer requirements, and sustainability commitments .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $195,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing energy strategies for large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, market dynamics, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and negotiate complex agreements with utilities and regulatory bodies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Energy Strategy DevelopmentNegotiation of Power AgreementsTransmission and Distribution Infrastructure ExpertiseExecutive Communication SkillsMarket Structure and Regulatory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Power Infrastructure DevelopmentEnergy Solutions OriginationGrid InterconnectionTransmission UpgradesOn-Site GenerationRenewable ProcurementInvestment Case DevelopmentRegulatory Risk MitigationCapacity Constraint ManagementData Center Energy Solutions

Soft Skills

Strategic JudgmentComfort with AmbiguityCross-Functional CollaborationStakeholder EngagementLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Relevant FieldMBA or Advanced Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Energy MarketUtilitiesTransmission System Operators (TSOs)Regulatory FrameworksHyperscale Data CentersSustainability CommitmentsInvestment StrategyCommercial AgreementsGovernment AgenciesEnergy Partners

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, own, and deliver Rowan’s multi-year new market energy strategy aligned with company growth plans, customer requirements, and sustainability commitments
Set function-wide priorities and guide market entry and expansion decisions across power markets
Integrate energy availability, grid constraints, alternative power solutions, and regulatory considerations into siting and investment decisions
Originate, structure, and execute energy solutions for large-scale data center campuses, including grid interconnections, transmission upgrades, on-site generation, storage, and renewable procurement
Lead negotiations with utilities, TSOs, regulators, and energy partners for interconnection, electrical service, and long-term energy agreements
Develop market-specific solutions to accelerate timelines and mitigate capacity and regulatory constraints
Represent Rowan with utility executives, regulators, government agencies, and major customers
Build partnerships across Development, Real Estate, Finance, Legal, Sustainability, and Business Development
Build and own investment cases for energy infrastructure and commercial agreements
Align executive leadership and the Board on risk, return, and execution strategy
Anticipate regulatory, market, and grid-related risks and develop mitigation strategies
Coordinate across a high-performing team of energy professionals and advise executive leadership and the Board of Directors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be US based; Denver, CO or Seattle, WA in-office strongly preferred
Ability to travel up to 70% for stakeholder, utility and/or project related activities
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (engineering, business, economics, construction management, real estate, or related discipline)
MBA or advanced degree preferred
15+ years of experience developing power infrastructure for large, energy-intensive assets
Demonstrated experience negotiating interconnection, transmission, and long-term power agreements with utilities, TSOs, or renewable developers
Proven track record leading multi-team, multi-year initiatives with material business impact
Deep technical expertise in transmission and distribution infrastructure
Strong working knowledge of power market structures and regulatory frameworks
Experience working with hyperscale or large enterprise data center customers strongly preferred
Exceptional executive communication skills, including presenting complex topics clearly to senior leadership and Boards
Strong strategic judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and ability to operate effectively in fast-moving, highly cross-functional environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working environment
Team building and educational opportunities
Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k)-company contribution
Unlimited PTO
RTD ECO pass or parking reimbursement
Competitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan