Senior Associate, Energy Infrastructure, NA

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. Job Description 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   cent er   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 extensive experience in energy management, utilities, or related roles, with a focus on data centre or large-scale infrastructure projects. Ideally, they will have   a track record   in developing and implementing energy 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 c