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Data Center Energy Supply Lead
IntersectUnited States, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Mar 2025
💰 $175,000/yr($165,000/yr – $175,000/yr)
About the role
Location & Team GatheringsIntersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.
We are currently seeking candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.
Overview of DepartmentAs a member of Intersect’s 20-person Development team, you will report to the Vice President, East Development and play a key role in advancing Intersect’s strategy to support the reliability and flexibility of our clean energy projects by integrating gas generations projects and infrastructure to enable firm, dispatchable power across our clean energy portfolio. You will lead the development of gas generation projects and infrastructure, including interconnection, supply agreements, and commercial structuring to support behind-the-meter load and firming resources. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams including Development, Land Acquisition, Permitting, Project Finance, Engineering Origination & Trading, and Strategy & Business Development to drive innovative and commercially sound gas solutions that complement our solar, wind, battery storage, and emerging clean energy projects.
About This PositionIntersect is a leading energy solutions provider committed to optimizing energy management for our clients. We specialize in providing cutting-edge strategies for large-scale energy consumers, with a focus on regulatory compliance, energy optimization, and sustainable practices. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team and help guide complex energy projects in the Texas and Southwest Power Pool regions, as well as across other RTOs and ISOs.
The Data Center Energy Supply Lead will play a pivotal role in negotiating, contracting and overseeing energy management strategies for large loads in the ERCOT and Southwest Power Pool (SPP) regions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of data center energy management, load registration and management in RTOs/ISOs, and extensive regulatory experience at the state level. This position requires a unique combination of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and hands-on experience in energy management.
They will be responsible for coordinating with Intersect's Development team to execute commercial agreements with REPs, IOUs and LSEs to enable Intersect’s renewable projects to serve flexible and/or firm load behind the meter.
We are currently seeking candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.
Overview of DepartmentAs a member of Intersect’s 20-person Development team, you will report to the Vice President, East Development and play a key role in advancing Intersect’s strategy to support the reliability and flexibility of our clean energy projects by integrating gas generations projects and infrastructure to enable firm, dispatchable power across our clean energy portfolio. You will lead the development of gas generation projects and infrastructure, including interconnection, supply agreements, and commercial structuring to support behind-the-meter load and firming resources. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams including Development, Land Acquisition, Permitting, Project Finance, Engineering Origination & Trading, and Strategy & Business Development to drive innovative and commercially sound gas solutions that complement our solar, wind, battery storage, and emerging clean energy projects.
About This PositionIntersect is a leading energy solutions provider committed to optimizing energy management for our clients. We specialize in providing cutting-edge strategies for large-scale energy consumers, with a focus on regulatory compliance, energy optimization, and sustainable practices. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team and help guide complex energy projects in the Texas and Southwest Power Pool regions, as well as across other RTOs and ISOs.
The Data Center Energy Supply Lead will play a pivotal role in negotiating, contracting and overseeing energy management strategies for large loads in the ERCOT and Southwest Power Pool (SPP) regions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of data center energy management, load registration and management in RTOs/ISOs, and extensive regulatory experience at the state level. This position requires a unique combination of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and hands-on experience in energy management.
They will be responsible for coordinating with Intersect's Development team to execute commercial agreements with REPs, IOUs and LSEs to enable Intersect’s renewable projects to serve flexible and/or firm load behind the meter.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Negotiate and Contract Load: Negotiate retail tariff agreements, full-service contracts, and sleeving agreements with LSEs to meet the specific energy needs of large commercial and industrial clients. Secure favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, service levels, and risk mitigation measures.
- Large Load Setup: Lead and manage the process of setting up large loads within the ERCOT and Southwest Power Pool regions, ensuring compliance with all operational and regulatory requirements. Oversee the registration and management of loads in various RTOs and ISOs, ensuring that all processes align with regional market rules and requirements.
- Energy Management: Evaluate and optimize contract structures across multiple markets. Provide expert guidance on data center energy management, including optimizing energy usage, reducing costs, and ensuring efficiency for large-scale clients.
- Regulatory Representation: Stay informed on federal, state, and local energy regulations impacting retail tariffs and service agreements. Navigate and advise on regulatory requirements at the state level, with a specific focus on energy policy, compliance, and reporting for RTOs/ISOs.
- Strategic Advising: Collaborate with internal teams and clients to develop long-term energy strategies that maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure compliance.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison with LSEs, maintaining strong relationships to support effective communication and negotiation across multiple markets. Interface with regulatory bodies, utilities, and market operators to stay ahead of industry changes and to represent client interests.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics Energy Management, Engineering, Finance, Data Science or
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