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Senior Vice President, Data Center Development

Location: Dallas, Texas (Hybrid)

The Opportunity

We are working with a well-capitalised infrastructure platform backed by institutional investors to appoint a Senior Vice President of Data Center Development to support the next phase of U.S. growth.

This is a senior leadership position with responsibility for driving the development of hyperscale and AI-driven data center projects across key U.S. markets, with an initial focus on Texas and the broader ERCOT region.

The role will suit an individual who can operate at both a strategic and execution level - originating opportunities, navigating complex stakeholder environments, and advancing projects through to shovel-ready.

The Role

• Lead the full development lifecycle of large-scale data center projects (100MW+)
• Identify, evaluate, and secure strategic sites with a strong emphasis on power access
• Manage utility engagement, interconnection processes, and power strategy
• Oversee entitlement, permitting, and local stakeholder coordination
• Structure and negotiate land agreements, joint ventures, and development partnerships
• Work closely with capital partners to align development strategy with investment objectives
• Interface with hyperscale customers and support commercial discussions where required
• Partner with internal construction and delivery teams to ensure a seamless transition into execution

The Individual

• Proven experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or data center developments in the U.S.
• Strong understanding of power markets, utility processes, and grid constraints (ERCOT experience preferred)
• Track record of originating and advancing projects from early-stage through to notice to proceed
• Commercially minded, with experience structuring deals and managing external partners
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Able to manage multiple projects and stakeholders across different markets

Why This Role

• Direct influence over a significant U.S. development pipeline
• High visibility with senior leadership and investment partners
• Opportunity to shape strategy in one of the fastest-growing sectors globally
• Platform for progression into C-suite leadership