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EDC

Site Operations Manager - ORD

Aurora, IL · On-site

The company builds and operates a global network of ultra-efficient, AI-ready data centers with waterless cooling for colocation, hyperscale and build-to-suit customers. The highly differentiated ...

Spruce Infotech

IT PM Infrastructure

Lake Forest, IL · On-site

$49 - $66.75/hr

... Replacing Data center switches and firewalls in client's colocation * Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets * Serve as liaison between internal teams and third-party vendors

Lightedge

Sr. AI Integration Engineer

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

Our solutions include premier colocation across seven purpose-built data centers spanning Des Moines, IA, Kansas City, MO, Omaha, NE, Austin, TX, and Raleigh, NC, industry-leading private ...

DV Trading

Senior Cloud Engineer (Chicago)

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$57.50 - $76.75/hr

Design hybrid connectivity between colocation environments and GCP (Cloud Interconnect, Cloud VPN ... Establish WebSocket connection management infrastructure for real-time market data feeds with ...

DV Trading

Senior Cloud Engineer (Chicago)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$57.50 - $76.75/hr

Design hybrid connectivity between colocation environments and GCP (Cloud Interconnect, Cloud VPN ... Establish WebSocket connection management infrastructure for real-time market data feeds with ...

DV Trading

Senior Cloud Engineer (Remote)

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$57.50 - $76.75/hr

Design hybrid connectivity between colocation environments and GCP (Cloud Interconnect, Cloud VPN ... Establish WebSocket connection management infrastructure for real-time market data feeds with ...

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What is the difference between Data Colocation vs Data Center Technician?

AspectData ColocationData Center Technician
Primary RoleProvides space, power, and cooling for clients' servers in a shared data center environmentMaintains, installs, and repairs hardware and equipment within data centers
CredentialsOften requires certifications like CompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNARequires certifications such as CompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, or data center-specific training
Work EnvironmentShared data center facilities, client-focusedData center facilities, hands-on hardware work
Employer & Industry UsageData center providers, hosting companiesIT service providers, enterprise data centers

While both roles operate within data centers, Data Colocation focuses on providing space and infrastructure for clients' servers, whereas Data Center Technicians handle the installation, maintenance, and repair of hardware within the data center. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or service provider.

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Director, Origination (Data Centers)

Director, Origination (Data Centers)

Scale Microgrid Solutions

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

The Role

We are looking for an experienced deal originator to lead customer acquisition and commercial structuring for hyperscale and large enterprise data center customers. You're an origination professional, capable of managing regulatory, legal, and engineering components, whilst originating, negotiating, and advancing multi-hundred-megawatt transactions across powered land and co-located generation solutions.

Ideal candidates must possess commercial orientation and team leadership experience while understanding the integration of hyperscaler energy solutions.

You will report to our Chief Business Officer, Data Centers.  This is a hybrid role based in West Palm Beach, FL, Chicago, New York City, or Ridgewood, NJ offices.

Key responsibilities will include:

Customer Development

  • Originate and cultivate a pipeline, advancing onsite energy solutions to close
  • Lead direct engagement with hyperscalers and large colocation providers
  • Develop and manage strategic account plans
  • Advance early-stage discussions through executed term sheets

Commercial Structuring

  • Structure integrated energy + land + development frameworks
  • Negotiate pricing structures (capacity charges, standby constructs, hybrid supply)
  • Align commercial constructs with regulatory pathways

Cross-Functional Leadership

  • Coordinate with Regulatory, Engineering, M&A, and Finance
  • Drive internal investment committee approvals
  • Maintain disciplined milestone tracking
The Ideal Candidate
  • 10+ years in energy origination, infrastructure development, IPP, or hyperscale commercial roles
  • Experience negotiating PPAs, energy services agreements, or large load service contracts
  • Has closed >100 MW infrastructure transactions
  • Deep understanding of generation economics and grid interconnection
  • Operates with both entrepreneurial drive and institutional discipline
  • Prior experience at a hyperscaler, or with grid-scale gas origination at an independent power producer
  • Strong commercial judgment and executive presence
  • Prepared to travel nationally, up to 50% of the time
This is a great opportunity to have a long-term impact on a fast-paced, private equity-backed growth business. Some of the core virtues embraced by Scales' employees include:
       Do the Right Thing
       Act Like an Owner
       Hustle
       Demand Results
       Go Together
       Evolve or Disappear
 
We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program including medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K matching.
 

About Scale Microgrids
Scale is redefining resilience, with advanced microgrids that go beyond traditional backup power solutions to give businesses the power to adapt and thrive amid all of today's growing energy challenges. As a vertically-integrated provider of turnkey advanced microgrid systems, Scale combines project design, engineering, and execution expertise with microgrid-as-a-service financing to offer our customers systems that are optimized to deliver maximum value from day one while ensuring ultra-reliable operations and fast time-to-power.
 
Scale is backed by EQT, a firm with ~$250B in assets, bringing a depth of experience, resources, and capital that will enable Scale to continue pursuing our vision of powering the world with distributed energy. The investment enables Scale to own and operate billions of dollars in distributed generation assets.  To learn more about Scale Microgrids, please visit https://www.scalemicrogrids.com.
 

About EQT
EQT is a leading purpose-driven global investment organization with EUR 246 billion in total assets under management, divided into two business segments: Private Capital and Real Assets. EQT owns portfolio companies and assets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Americas and supports them in achieving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. To learn more about EQT, please visit https://eqtgroup.com.
 

Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes.  We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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