Job Description
The Manager, Water at SB Energy is responsible for leading water and wastewater acquisition and infrastructure development for large-scale AI data center projects across the U.S., working with providers, partners, and cross-functional teams to ensure reliable water services and support project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and direct water and wastewater acquisition for data center complexes
- Build and maintain relationships with water and wastewater service providers
- Negotiate and contract with water providers for permits, right-of-ways, and infrastructure construction
- Engage with hyperscaler customers on water and wastewater technical requirements
- Monitor market developments and incorporate new technologies and best practices
- Hire and oversee engineering consultants supporting water infrastructure projects
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project development, engineering, and financing
- Support lease negotiations and project financing activities for data centers
- Develop and manage project schedules and budgets
- Travel nationally up to 20% to support project needs
Requirements
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in water wastewater for data centers and or power generation, ideally at a hyperscaler or with a leading engineering consultancy.
- Experience working with water wastewater providers and with hyperscaler customer technology teams.
- The ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and organization skills.
- Strong sense of ownership over individual contributions and team success.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: 140000-170000 USD with discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives
Work schedule: Flexible working arrangements, up to 20% travel domestically
Work environment perks: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (100% premium covered), Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, AD&D, Voluntary Legal Insurance, 401(k) with company match, Generous Paid Time Off, 11 Paid Holidays, Parental Leave (12 weeks fully paid), Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent, Transit), Mental Health Wellness Offerings, Discounted Physical Wellness plan, Pet Insurance, Monthly reimbursement for Phone/Internet/Data, Phone Equipment Purchase Benefits, Hybrid Workplace setup benefits
Additional benefits: Support for diversity and inclusion initiatives, opportunities to join sustainability committees, and a commitment to social justice and equity
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