About our Company:
Based in Denver, Colorado, Cologix is North America's leading network-neutral interconnection and hyperscale edge data center company. Our platform gives customers access to 45+ digital edge and ScalelogixSM hyperscale edge data centers in 12 markets across the United States and Canada along with a carrier-dense ecosystem of 710+ networks, 360+ cloud providers, 30+ onramps and seven Internet exchanges. We provide our nearly 2,000 customers with direct access to our local operations teams, resulting in strong partnerships enabled by exceptional operational support and unparalleled customer service. Backed by one of the largest North American infrastructure funds, Cologix's experienced leadership team, certified staff and commitment to ESG initiatives help form a culture that values our people, our environment and our clients.
About the Position:
The Analyst or Associate of Energy Strategy reports to the Senior Director of Energy Strategy, supporting the development and execution of Cologix’s energy strategy in key markets. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team with a big mission in a rapidly growing industry. The role is uniquely positioned to drive innovation and collaboration across the data center and energy sectors and deliver on energy initiatives to meet Cologix’s aggressive near and long-term growth plans.
The ideal candidate will bring energy industry experience coupled with innovative thinking and passion to position Cologix to lead the data center industry in solving energy challenges. This role will combine both strategy and execution to realize our business goals, working collaboratively across multiple teams.
Job Responsibilities:
- Supports Energy Strategy team in overall strategy development and execution with a focus on our key US and Canadian markets.
- Independently drives research and analysis related to evolving power costs, power availability, behind-the-meter generation, and data center utility rates.
- Builds and maintains datasets aggregating energy usage, cost, and contractual data across our footprint.
- Supports project management across the team, including maintaining trackers, flagging key deadlines and milestones, and drafting executive updates.
- Tracks key industry trends and headlines and synthesizes executive updates.
- Supports technology assessments and partner selections for strategy development and execution of key energy projects.
- Supports evaluation of potential land acquisition and M&A opportunities from a power perspective.
- Supports the development of board presentations and data and analytics to inform strategic business decisions.
What makes you a good fit: (Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or energy related discipline.
- 3-5 years work experience in power & utilities, either in-house or in a consulting or supplier capacity.
- Experience with utility rates, regulation, and processes.
- Deep understanding of the US and Canadian regulated and de-regulated energy markets.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and execute in a fast-paced environment with a cross-functional team.
- Proficient in developing executive and board level presentations and communications.
- Proficient in data and analytics to drive business decisions and present information to different audiences.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communications (verbal and written) skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Broad network of utility, OEM and EPC relationships and participation in industry groups/events.
- Experience negotiating and managing energy contracts.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams to execute complex energy projects.
- Familiarity with electric distribution design & operations.
***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***
Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefit package for full-time employees that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account options
- Non-accrued PTO
- Company paid holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Discount Marketplace
- Employee Recognition Platform
Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience. This position will also be eligible for an annual bonus.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Cologix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at [email protected] or call 720-940-2551.
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Cologix’ data centers are ISO 27001:2022 certified. ISO 27001:2022 certification and the Cologix portfolio of information security, information privacy and other industry recognized certifications represents our dedication to insuring the Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of company and customer information systems and assets. At Cologix, information security is everyone’s responsibility. Cologix employees are responsible for:
- Understanding and following Cologix' information security, cybersecurity and privacy policies, procedures, and standards.
- Ensuring conformance to all information security, cybersecurity and privacy policies, procedures, and standards.
- Remaining vigilant and reporting any suspicious activity or possible vulnerabilities, weaknesses, threats, or breaches in Cologix information security to company information security and privacy officers.
- Actively participating in Cologix’ efforts to maintain and improve information security
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