Director of Commercial Origination
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a rapidly scaling, well-capitalized power generation platform to hire a senior origination leader focused on data center and large-load customers.
This platform has successfully developed and operates a multi-gigawatt fleet of flexible natural gas generation assets and is now deploying that capability to support the next wave of power demand driven by hyperscalers and data center campus development.
The company is backed by top-tier infrastructure investors and combines development, construction, and operations under one vertically integrated platform-allowing it to deliver power solutions with a level of speed and certainty that is highly differentiated in the market.
The Role
This is a front-office origination leadership role responsible for developing, structuring, and executing long-term power agreements with hyperscalers, data center developers, utilities, and large commercial & industrial customers.
You will play a central role in commercializing a large and growing pipeline of generation assets, including projects designed for co-location with data centers and microgrid applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Originate, structure, and close Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), tolling agreements, and bespoke energy contracts
- Develop relationships with hyperscalers, data center operators, utilities, and large energy users
- Identify and pursue bilateral opportunities and RFPs in competitive power markets
- Structure co-located and behind-the-meter power solutions for large-load customers
- Partner with internal development, finance, and legal teams to bring transactions to execution
- Lead commercial negotiations and drive deals from concept through contract close
- Perform market analysis, pricing strategies, and risk assessments to optimize project value
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of new origination opportunities
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 10+ years of experience in power origination, energy procurement, or structured energy transactions
- Demonstrated track record of negotiating and closing PPAs or complex power deals
- Strong relationships with data centers, hyperscalers, utilities, or large C&I offtakers
- Deep understanding of power markets, pricing structures, and risk management
- Commercially driven with a proven ability to source and close opportunities ("hunter" mindset)
- Experience structuring transactions across multiple markets and customer types
Why This Role
- Opportunity to join a proven, scaled platform with significant existing generation capacity
- Direct exposure to the fastest-growing demand segment in energy-data centers and AI infrastructure
- Ability to own and lead high-impact transactions tied to multi-gigawatt development
- Entrepreneurial environment with strong financial backing and execution capability
- Highly competitive compensation, including meaningful equity participation
Who This Role Is Ideal For
- Senior originators at IPPs looking to move into a higher growth, more entrepreneurial platform
- Energy professionals at hyperscalers or data center developers seeking a principal-side role
- Data center brokers or advisors looking to transition into ownership and deal execution
- Individuals with strong networks who want to monetize relationships at scale
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