Vantage Data Centers
Manager, Public Policy, Regulatory Affairs, NA
Vantage Data Centers, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80202
Manager, Public Policy
Regulatory Affairs, North America
This role can be based in Denver, CO, Sterling, VA, San Antonio, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Quincy, WA, Columbus, OH, Reno, NV, and Atlanta, GA. In this newly created role, the Manager, Public Policy
Regulatory Affairs, North America will support the company's engagement with state and regional regulatory bodies to advance energy infrastructure policies and projects, including for generation and transmission, to support the expansion and success of digital infrastructure across the United States. This role focuses on advocacy, relationship-building, and external engagement in regulatory and permitting forums
especially those involving environmental approvals, land use, utility planning, and large-load interconnection. The Manager will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to help secure timely approvals and shape policies that enable project success. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with experience successfully navigating complex permitting and regulatory environments, building trusted relationships, and working cross-functionally to move innovative energy infrastructure projects forward. This is a public-facing affairs role, not a technical analyst position; but the ability to understand regulatory topics and partner with subject matter experts is essential for the role's success. Essential Job Functions include: Support engagement with state public utility commissions (PUCs), regional transmission organizations/independent system operators, environmental permitting agencies, and other state and local regulatory bodies Track and support regulatory processes including integrated resource plans (IRPs), rate cases, interconnection proceedings, and major permitting decisions Represent the company in meetings, hearings, and stakeholder processes Build and maintain trusted relationships with regulators, permitting officials, utilities, and key external stakeholders Draft comment letters, regulatory filings, talking points, and briefing materials in collaboration with internal teams and external consultants Coordinate with Legal, Development, Engineering, Environmental, and broader Public Policy teams to align strategy and execution Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders on permitting milestones, regulatory risks, utility planning timelines, and opportunities for engagement, and recommendations on public positioning Duties include: Monitor and engage in utility IRPs, rate cases, transmission planning, and interconnection proceedings Track and analyze regulatory and permitting developments relevant to large energy infrastructure projects Participate in public hearings, technical workshops, and regulatory stakeholder meetings Support strategy development and advocacy around cost allocation, grid access, energy supply planning, and permitting reform Work with consultants and trade associations to align on positions and shape collective engagement strategies Prepare internal briefings for project teams on relevant regulatory developments Help ensure coordination and consistency across project jurisdictions, especially where multiple approvals or agencies are involved Job Requirements include: Bachelor's degree required; relevant advanced degree (e.g., J.D., MPP, environmental policy, or planning) is a plus 35 years of experience in regulatory affairs, permitting, energy policy, or a related field History of working with public utility commissions (PUCs), RTOs/ISOs, utilities, or state regulatory and permitting agencies through regulatory proceedings Understanding of or interest in utility integrated resource plans (IRPs), rate cases, interconnection processes, and permitting timelines Experience supporting infrastructure projects, energy development, or economic development initiatives is preferred but not required Ability to understand and communicate regulatory and technical issues, with support from internal experts Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear policy and engagement materials Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with external stakeholders Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple timelines and workstreams Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time Location is flexible, with preference for candidates based near one of the company's major U.S. markets. Physical Demands and Special Requirements include: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Additional Details include: Salary Range: $135,000 - $140,000 Base + Bonus This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above-market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations. Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community. Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values. Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers. We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soonwe're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!
Regulatory Affairs, North America
This role can be based in Denver, CO, Sterling, VA, San Antonio, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Santa Clara, CA, Quincy, WA, Columbus, OH, Reno, NV, and Atlanta, GA. In this newly created role, the Manager, Public Policy
Regulatory Affairs, North America will support the company's engagement with state and regional regulatory bodies to advance energy infrastructure policies and projects, including for generation and transmission, to support the expansion and success of digital infrastructure across the United States. This role focuses on advocacy, relationship-building, and external engagement in regulatory and permitting forums
especially those involving environmental approvals, land use, utility planning, and large-load interconnection. The Manager will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to help secure timely approvals and shape policies that enable project success. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with experience successfully navigating complex permitting and regulatory environments, building trusted relationships, and working cross-functionally to move innovative energy infrastructure projects forward. This is a public-facing affairs role, not a technical analyst position; but the ability to understand regulatory topics and partner with subject matter experts is essential for the role's success. Essential Job Functions include: Support engagement with state public utility commissions (PUCs), regional transmission organizations/independent system operators, environmental permitting agencies, and other state and local regulatory bodies Track and support regulatory processes including integrated resource plans (IRPs), rate cases, interconnection proceedings, and major permitting decisions Represent the company in meetings, hearings, and stakeholder processes Build and maintain trusted relationships with regulators, permitting officials, utilities, and key external stakeholders Draft comment letters, regulatory filings, talking points, and briefing materials in collaboration with internal teams and external consultants Coordinate with Legal, Development, Engineering, Environmental, and broader Public Policy teams to align strategy and execution Provide regular updates to internal stakeholders on permitting milestones, regulatory risks, utility planning timelines, and opportunities for engagement, and recommendations on public positioning Duties include: Monitor and engage in utility IRPs, rate cases, transmission planning, and interconnection proceedings Track and analyze regulatory and permitting developments relevant to large energy infrastructure projects Participate in public hearings, technical workshops, and regulatory stakeholder meetings Support strategy development and advocacy around cost allocation, grid access, energy supply planning, and permitting reform Work with consultants and trade associations to align on positions and shape collective engagement strategies Prepare internal briefings for project teams on relevant regulatory developments Help ensure coordination and consistency across project jurisdictions, especially where multiple approvals or agencies are involved Job Requirements include: Bachelor's degree required; relevant advanced degree (e.g., J.D., MPP, environmental policy, or planning) is a plus 35 years of experience in regulatory affairs, permitting, energy policy, or a related field History of working with public utility commissions (PUCs), RTOs/ISOs, utilities, or state regulatory and permitting agencies through regulatory proceedings Understanding of or interest in utility integrated resource plans (IRPs), rate cases, interconnection processes, and permitting timelines Experience supporting infrastructure projects, energy development, or economic development initiatives is preferred but not required Ability to understand and communicate regulatory and technical issues, with support from internal experts Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear policy and engagement materials Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with external stakeholders Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple timelines and workstreams Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time Location is flexible, with preference for candidates based near one of the company's major U.S. markets. Physical Demands and Special Requirements include: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Additional Details include: Salary Range: $135,000 - $140,000 Base + Bonus This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above-market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations. Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community. Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values. Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers. We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soonwe're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!