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Data Center Energy Strategic Negotiator

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What they do

An Energy Specialist sells energy services and products. Advises companies and identifies the best contract options and rates for the energy needed to run a business, such as electricity, oil or gas.

$88,706 / year median in Colorado

+4% projected growth

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Data Center Energy Strategic Negotiator Google - 4.3 Thornton, CO Job Details Full-time $150,000 - $217,000 a year 1 hour ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Full Job Description Applicants in
San Francisco:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The application window will be open until at least September 10, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.
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By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Austin, TX, USA; New York, NY, USA; Reston, VA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; Thornton, CO, USA .
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 6 years of experience negotiating and structuring agreements or leading business development. Experience with energy transaction structuring, US power markets (wholesale and retail), utility rates, renewable energy technologies, or power infrastructure project management.
Preferred qualifications:
8 years of experience in energy project development, utility procurement, or finance/consulting roles with similar responsibilities. Experience with power transmission and distribution, telecommunications infrastructure, data center technology, electrical and cooling systems, or related technical areas. Experience managing utility agreements, addressing energy-related issues, applying financial modeling and implementing clean energy initiatives. Experience in indirect taxes, economic development policy, infrastructure development, agreement drafting, and presentation development, along with data center real estate markets. About the job As Google's products and services grow to serve our billions of users, the Strategic Negotiation team works behind the scenes to secure infrastructure for Google's future. It's a big job that involves everything from operating underwater cables to finding data center space. In this role you combine your deep market knowledge with tech industry savvy to find solutions that support Google's growth. You'll work with specific teams to oversee vendor and partner relationships. Your successful management skills have the potential to impact every part of the business and save Google millions of dollars in operating costs. You'll ensure that we receive contract compliance on our third-party agreements, while identifying the most cost-effective solutions for our needs. You'll take lead on special projects, manage vendors and present your recommendations to Google leadership. As a Data Center Strategic Negotiator, you will apply your real estate expertise, technology industry knowledge and understanding of electrical and HVAC systems to secure development-ready sites and support Google's growth. You will guide project teams, oversee off-site utility infrastructure, manage relationships with officials, utilities and AHJ's (Authority Having Jurisdiction), and present portfolio recommendations to our technical leadership. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US:
$150000 - $217000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more about benefits at Google. Responsibilities Lead negotiations and structure energy supply, renewable energy power purchase agreements, partnerships/JVs, and other data center-related energy agreements. Contribute to the growth of Google's data center portfolio by driving energy due diligence during site selection and project development. Set strategy for Google's energy procurement program, ensuring the procurement of carbon-free energy to support Google's clean energy goals. Develop and drive agreement approvals, investment memos, and transaction materials with executives and partner teams, collaborating across teams on execution. Manage relationships with key suppliers including utilities, IPPs, project developers and other partners. Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.