Director, Energy Strategy & Development
US$195,000 – US$250,000 / yr base salary
Posted 13 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Director, Energy Strategy & Development, New Markets”
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- Expected experience
- 15+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$195,000 – US$250,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyBusiness, Construction Management, Economics, Engineering, Real Estate (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsMaster of Business Administration
Study levelMaster's or higher
At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability, and to do so with an unwavering focus on efficiency, quality, and flexibility. Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end-to-end team. Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in Tier 1 markets across the United States at various stages of development, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building a more sustainable future.
Rowan is backed by Quinbrook, a leading investor in the energy transition, and Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager.
Ready to join us in transforming the future of data centers and sustainability? Apply now to explore exciting career opportunities at Rowan Digital Infrastructure and be a part of our mission to revolutionize data center delivery.
Role Summary:
Rowan Digital Infrastructure is seeking a Director of Energy Strategy & Development, New Markets to define and lead the energy strategy for Rowan’s expanding data center portfolio. This role is responsible for setting and executing multi‑year, function‑wide strategies that enable the delivery of reliable, scalable, and sustainable power infrastructure aligned with Rowan’s customer commitments and long‑term growth objectives for firm, clean, cost-effective capacity.
As a senior leader, you will own Rowan’s new market energy strategy end‑to‑end—spanning market entry, site selection, grid and alternative energy solutions, regulatory engagement, and commercial execution. You will partner closely with utilities, transmission system operators (TSOs), regulators, governments, customers, and internal teams to unlock capacity, mitigate risk, and accelerate development timelines across diverse regional power markets.
This role requires deep technical and commercial expertise in power infrastructure, strong regulatory fluency across utility jurisdictions, and the ability to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives with material company‑wide impact. You will coordinate across a high‑performing team of energy professionals and act as a trusted advisor to Rowan’s executive leadership and Board of Directors.
Travel: Ability to travel up to 70% for stakeholder, utility and/or project related activities
Location: Must be US based, Denver, CO or Seattle, WA in-office strongly preferred
Compensation: $195K - $250K (Offers Bonus)
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