Digital Realty

Sr. Utilities Contract Manager

Digital Realty • $132K — $165K *
Boston, MA 02109In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Energy Management, or a related field.
  • 5-8 years of experience in negotiating and managing energy or utility-related contracts.
  • Direct experience with utility service agreements and interconnection agreements.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. electricity markets and utility operations.
  • Ability to interpret and communicate complex commercial and legal provisions.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead negotiations and execution of utility-facing agreements and contracts.
  • Coordinate utility-related activities across multiple teams for investment decisions.
  • Facilitate discussions with stakeholders to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Manage contract timelines, deliverables, and execution milestones.
  • Communicate key provisions to leadership and project stakeholders.
  • Track contractual obligations, issues, and drive timely resolutions.
  • Maintain accurate records of utility agreements and compliance requirements.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in major US cities like Dallas, Austin, New York, or Boston.
  • Collaboration with diverse teams including development, acquisitions, and operations.
  • Involvement in large-scale data center infrastructure projects.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Sr Manager, Utility Contracts

Location: Either Dallas, TX, Austin, TX New York, NY or Boston, MA

Your Role

As a Manager, Utility Contracts, you will play a critical role in supporting the growth of large-scale data center infrastructure by leading utility-related contract negotiations and managing key agreements through execution. Working closely with development, acquisitions, legal, energy, and operational teams, you will help drive utility strategies that support project timelines, reduce risk, accelerate speed to market, and ensure successful coordination with utility providers and other external stakeholders.

What You'll Do
  • Lead the negotiation and execution of utility-facing agreements, including utility service agreements, interconnection agreements, amendments, and other related commercial contracts.
  • Coordinate utility-related activities and stakeholder input across acquisition, development, energy, and infrastructure teams to support investment and site selection decisions.
  • Organize and facilitate discussions with internal and external stakeholders to identify critical risks, dependencies, opportunities, and key decision points.
  • Manage contract timelines, deliverables, approvals, and execution milestones to support project schedules and path-to-power requirements.
  • Communicate key commercial, operational, legal, credit, and risk provisions to leadership and project stakeholders.
  • Track open issues, contractual obligations, dependencies, and action items while escalating risks and driving timely resolution.
  • Maintain accurate records of utility agreements, amendments, compliance requirements, milestones, and ongoing contractual commitments.
  • Support utility and energy infrastructure projects by monitoring changes in interconnection processes, utility requirements, and regulatory developments.
  • Build and maintain productive relationships with utility providers, consultants, and other external partners.
  • Drive continuous improvement of contract templates, negotiation strategies, approval workflows, reporting tools, and contract management processes.

What You'll Need
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Energy Management, or a related field.
  • 5-8 years of experience negotiating and managing contracts within the energy, utility infrastructure, power generation, or related sectors.
  • Direct experience with utility service agreements, interconnection agreements, power purchase agreements (PPAs), energy service agreements, or similar utility-related contracts.
  • Strong understanding of U.S. electricity markets, utility operations, ISO/RTO market structures, and NERC reliability standards.
  • Knowledge of large-load interconnection processes and the regulatory environment affecting utility and energy infrastructure projects.
  • Ability to interpret and communicate commercial, operational, legal, credit, and risk provisions within complex agreements.
  • Excellent project management, organizational, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to influence stakeholders and present information to leadership teams.
  • Experience supporting data center, hyperscale, digital infrastructure, or large energy-intensive projects preferred.
  • Knowledge of FERC regulations, state Public Utility Commission (PUC) processes, and an existing network of utility industry relationships preferred; advanced degree preferred.


Qualifications

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About Digital Realty

Digital Realty Careers

Joining Digital Realty means becoming part of a dedicated team of professionals who are at the forefront of innovation in the data center industry. Digital Realty, a leading global provider of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and experiences.

Explore Job Opportunities

Digital Realty is actively hiring and offers a plethora of positions that cater to both seasoned professionals and those at the beginning of their career journey. The company is committed to fostering a culture of growth and leadership, making it an ideal environment for ambitious individuals looking to advance their careers.

Internship Programs

For those just starting out, Digital Realty’s internship programs provide a robust platform for gaining industry experience and networking with experts. Internships are designed to transform academic knowledge into professional practice, while interns work on projects that drive real business results.

Professional Growth and Development

Digital Realty believes in the continuous professional development of its team members. The company supports career advancement through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are designed to enhance skills and foster an inclusive workplace.

Benefits and Culture

The benefits at Digital Realty go beyond standard employment perks. Team members enjoy competitive benefits packages that support both their professional and personal lives. Moreover, Digital Realty is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and motivated.

Innovation and Leadership

At the intersection of technology and real estate, Digital Realty stands as a leader in its field. The company encourages innovation and thought leadership, which permeates every project and initiative. Team members are encouraged to think creatively and push boundaries, which is integral to the company’s success and industry leadership.

Applying for a Position

To apply for a position at Digital Realty, candidates should prepare their resume to highlight relevant experience and skills. The interview process is designed to assess not only professional qualifications but also a candidate's fit within Digital Realty’s unique culture. Interested candidates can explore available positions and submit their applications through the Digital Realty Jobs portal.

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