Data Center Development Lead

TL;DR

Data Center Development Lead: Managing end-to-end data center projects from concept to Ready-to-Build and energisation with an accent on power strategy, grid connections, and infrastructure engineering. Focus on transforming site opportunities into deliverable projects to support the energy demands of AI and compute-intensive industries.

Location: On-site in London, United Kingdom

Company

A renewable energy startup building a fully integrated energy company to deliver renewable generation and grid infrastructure for the next generation of AI.

What you will do

• Lead data center developments from early-stage opportunity through to energisation.
• Assess potential sites from technical, planning, power, and infrastructure perspectives.
• Develop and execute grid connection and power strategies in collaboration with utility providers.
• Manage planning, permitting, and stakeholder engagement processes.
• Identify and mitigate technical and development risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure projects are scalable and aligned with construction requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in developing data centers or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical understanding of data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and utility systems.
• Deep knowledge of UK planning and grid connection processes.
• Experience taking projects from early-stage development through design, permitting, and delivery readiness.
• Highly analytical, self-directed, and comfortable with significant ownership.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Biannual bonus scheme.
• Fully expensed tech equipment.
• Breakfast and dinner allowance for office-based employees.