Senior Development Manager – Data Centres (Energy Focus) North-East Germany | Hybrid working
I’m currently supporting a growing international energy platform with a strong footprint across Europe, looking to appoint a Senior Development Manager to help scale its data centre development pipeline in Germany.
This is a unique opportunity sitting at the intersection of energy infrastructure and digital assets, where you’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering energy concepts for large-scale data centre projects.
500MW – 1GW) of data centre developments, leading projects from early-stage origination through permitting and development readiness. This role offers a blend of hands-on project delivery and strategic influence, working closely with senior leadership, including a Chief Business Development Officer.
Lead the development of data centre projects from site identification through permitting and development maturity
Shape and deliver energy concepts aligned with data centre requirements
Drive project origination and support business development activities in the digital infrastructure space
Navigate German permitting processes, including spatial planning, environmental approvals, and grid connection
Monitor project progress, risks, and milestones in line with strategic objectives
5+ years’ experience in infrastructure, digital, or data centre development
~ Strong understanding of data centre engineering and energy requirements
~ Exposure to both project execution and commercial/origination activities
~ Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
~ Direct impact on a rapidly growing data centre platform in Europe
If you’re interested in exploring this space or want a confidential discussion, feel free to get in touch.