Director, Data Centers and Energy Intensive Sectors Job ID 202798 Posted 24-Jan-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Data Centers Location(s) Houston - Texas - United States of America, New York City - New York - United States of America The CBRE Energy and Renewables team is seeking a Director, Data Centers and Energy Intensive Sectors to lead client engagements, business development, and drive new product development, particularly for data centers and energy-intensive organizations. We are looking for an energy markets expert who can deliver sophisticated services and innovate within a dynamic, start-up culture. What You’ll Do: + Lead customer engagements pertaining to data centers and other energy intensive sectors; from initial education sessions through final contract execution. + Manage commercial negotiations and structuring between clients and developers; develop innovative structures and terms to create value and minimize risk for our clients. + Identify, develop, and execute new opportunities in energy and renewables markets, with special emphasis on energy intensive sectors. + Conduct business development related to data centers and other energy intensive organizations, including through customer prospecting, outreach, and in-person meetings; collaborate with the Business Development team to secure new clients for our services. + Build and nurture client relationships through networking, business development, and strategic outreach. + Serve as a trusted advisor and an extended team member for our data center clients and other large energy users, delivering tailored energy solutions aligned with their operational and sustainability goals. + Develop new services across primary business lines, including thermal, battery storage, renewable energy, backup power, price mitigation, and renewable natural gas (RNG). + Contribute to existing team engagements pertaining to community solar, distributed generation, and utility-scale renewables. + Identify emergent opportunities in innovative energy products, such as short-term hedging strategies, battery-specific hedges, and other opportunities leveraging energy market dynamics. + Manage and mentor junior team members, fostering their professional growth and maximizing their contributions. + Partner with external consultants to deliver best-in-class advisory services. What You’ll Need: + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience. + 8+ years of experience in the energy or renewables industries. + Proven experience in energy, business development, and commercial structuring. + Strong understanding of energy markets and sustainability initiatives. + High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. + Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. + Travel: Travel requirement up to 20% + Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future. CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Director, Data Centers and Energy Intensive Sectors is $190,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Director, Data Centers and Energy Intensive Sectors is $200,000 annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program and Commision Plan. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance. **Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. **Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. 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