Manager, Data Center Development

Chicago, IL

Full Time

Posted October 6, 2026

$118k - $155k

Visa Sponsored

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 7, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Renewable Energy Development
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

As a Manager, Data Center Development, you will manage the development of data center projects across the US.

Manage development of data center projects in the United States.
Lead development activities in early, mid, and/or late stages of the project
Align projects with long-term company strategy and initiatives
Identify development prospects, including market assessments, fatal flaw identification and initial site reconnaissance
Secure site control for development prospects, including negotiating leases, easements and other agreements with landowners.
Coordinate landowner communication efforts.
Take a lead role in obtaining certain local, state and/or federal permits
Represent Invenergy LLC with customers, landowners, state and local officials and other stakeholders.
Initiate and manage generation interconnection activities.
Oversee project design.
Assist project budgeting and scheduling.
Manage tasks according to budgets and schedules, including coordinating internal and external technical support.

A BS or BA from an accredited college program.
6+ years’ work experience in the renewable and clean energy industry or relevant work experience.
A valid driver's license
Travel as needed, anticipated 25% of the time
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Bachelor’s in Business or Engineer, Master’s Degree or MBA is a plus
Ability to manage the development and strategic process for BESS, wind and/or solar energy projects.
Strong organizational, networking, leadership, time management, and accounting skills.
Strong public speaking and personal skills.
Ability to write effective, concise reports.
Familiarity with solar project development, real estate development, transmission and power project engineering are advantageous.
Several years of experience in similar role preferred.