Senior Manager, Data Center Infra Origination
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
Are you ready to be part of a companythatsnot just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8300employees across 12 countries.
AES has beenranked #1 byBloombergNEFin renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years providing electricityformillions of peopleworldwide.
We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where weoperate. AES was also named one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026 highlighting our dedication to integrity transparency and responsible business practices.
Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institutes Edison Awards in the twenty-first century a distinction honoringglobal leadership in advancing the electric power industry.
Ifyoureready to be part of a companythatsnot just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for just building a more sustainable futurewerepowering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader inglobalenergy.
AES Clean Energy is a part of the AES Corporation a premier global energy company. Clean Energy focuses on providing sustainable energy solutions primarily through renewable sources like solar and wind power along with energy storage. Through investments in innovative technologies Clean Energy aims to accelerate the transition to clean energy and help reduce carbon emissions. Also Clean Energy works with datacenter operators to optimize load siting such as building new projects in areas with robust energy resources and grid interconnections while planning for a path to decarbonization.
In addition AES Clean Energy collaborates with C&I clients to develop custom energy solutions that meet individual sustainability goals while managing energy costs effectively. These agreements are tailored to enable specific energy and financial goals providing flexibility and reliability in energy sourcing.
The Head of Data Center Infra Origination will lead AESs strategy for serving large load customersincluding data centers and other C&I customers. The role comes with direct reports and ability to coordinate across multi-functional teams including MarketOperations Structured Trading Development M&A Finance Legal and Regulatory Affairs.
The ability to work independently and as a team member is critical as well as a growth mindset operating as an important contributor in a fast-paced environment.
Key responsibilities:
Originate and advance data center infrastructure opportunities with key customers and support customer-facing initiatives.
Participate in the development and delivery of customer proposal presentations Coordinate large load registrations energy management optimization participate in demand response programs and develop risk reduction strategies with Structured Trading and Market Operations.
Manage private use networks (PUN) in ERCOT owning QSE relationships ensure compliance and collaborate across teams to optimize energy use for data centers.
Stay up to date on energy regulations advise on compliance across markets and build relationships with utilities and regulators in coordination with internal teams.
Identify growth opportunities in competitive retail markets and bilateral utility arrangements.
Support the structuring and execution of retail supply agreements and long-term contracts.
Work with the broader team to prepare internal materials for approvals.
Qualifications:
A bachelors degree with 10 years of relevant experience and familiarity with project development ERCOT/SPP load management trading desk operations and a solid grasp of tariff and market structures.
A deep understanding of RTO/ISO frameworks and regulatory processes along with proven experience managing large load customers and utility relationships.
Strong commercial acumen and a proven transactional track record.
Cross-functional leadership ability to coach and develop others.
Commercial agility attention to detail and advanced communication and negotiation skills.
Experience working for an IPP or data center operator is a plus.
Result orientated self-driven with strong initiativE.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
About Company
AES is a global energy company that creates greener, smarter and innovative energy solutions. Together, we can accelerate the future of energy.