ABOUT THE ROLE

Data4 is looking for a Power Infrastructure & Utility Strategy Manager to support the successful execution of the firm’s power strategy. The position will support group-level oversight of the power program across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring that power delivery is managed as a core enabler of growth.

This role operates across countries and projects, working closely with local teams while maintaining a central, strategic view of power risks and opportunities.

MISSION

Support securing, managing and de-risking power capacity across jurisdictions, by coordinating grid connection processes, monitoring power infrastructure delivery and acting as an interface with utilities, regulators and other stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Group-Level Power Strategy Oversight

Support implementation of the firm’s power strategy across countries, ensuring alignment between local approaches and overall platform priorities and standards
Maintain active visibility of connection status, secured capacity and key project risks
Support alignment between local power strategies with the platform’s business priorities

Power Infrastructure & Grid Delivery

Monitor progress of power works (substations, cabling), by utilities and by internal teams
Identify emerging delivery risks, and support mitigation plans with local teams and utilities
Support alignment between power delivery timelines and project development schedules
Assess alternative or complementary power solutions beyond traditional grid supply

Utility & Stakeholder Engagement

Participate in engagements with utilities, regulators and public authorities, supporting critical discussions related to connection capacity, timelines and delivery conditions
Support the development of long-term, constructive relationships with key stakeholders

Cross-Platform Coordination

Work closely with local teams in-country to support successful project delivery
Contribute to standardization of approaches to utility engagement and interface

PROFILE & BACKGROUND

5–8 years’ experience in power, grid or energy infrastructure
Full professional proficiency in English and French.
Experience with a utility, grid operator, IPP, or technical advisor with HV / MV power project exposure
Solid understanding of the electric transmission & distribution space highly valued

REQUIREMENTS

Solid understanding of grid connection processes and power infrastructure fundamentals
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, capable of operating at the interface between technical teams, management and external stakeholders
Understand power delivery in the context of the company’s broader business plan, linking connection milestones to commercial targets and platform growth
Pragmatic and delivery-oriented, with ability to move from analysis to actionable solutions
Comfortable operating in uncertain environments, with strong intellectual curiosity and structured problem-solving approach
Combines technical depth with financial and commercial mindset

Personal Attributes

High work ethic, adaptable and motivated to operate in a pan-European role
Eager to spend time on the ground, learn of local teams, and engage with stakeholders
Able to influence without formal authority; patient, persistent and relationship-driven
Motivated to develop into a group-level power specialist in a fast-growing platform
Willing to travel frequently across jurisdictions and engage closely with local teams
Fluent English and French required; additional European language a plus