Scale Microgrids
Data Center, Senior Project Engineer
Scale Microgrids, Santa Monica, California, United States, 90403
Senior Project Manager - Data Center Power & Microgrids
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This Senior Project Manager role will be the first hire of this kind in Scale's newly created Data Center vertical. You will oversee the execution of behind-the-meter (BTM), off-grid microgrids, gas-fired power plants, and solar storage systems for hyperscale and colocation data centers. This is a hybrid role based out of our Ridgewood, NJ HQ, but could also be located at our NYC, LA, or Oakland, CA offices.
This role combines business acumen, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and a builder’s mindset. You will drive the expansion of our data center power solutions, build trusted partnerships, and help Scale stay at the forefront of decarbonized, resilient, and scalable energy infrastructure for mission-critical facilities.
Responsibilities
Project design support: Engage during the design phase to ensure execution details are integrated into project plans from the outset, including natural gas requirements, operational feasibility, vendor alignment, and regulatory considerations. Ensure customer expectations, technical requirements, and regulatory considerations are addressed.
Site regulation and infrastructure: Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, utilities, and local authorities to secure necessary approvals and ensure compliance. Execute infrastructure updates required for the site, including natural gas pipeline connections and potential lateral builds.
Construction oversight: Lead EPC oversight to ensure vendors and contractors deliver on time and in line with data center customer expectations. Monitor progress, identify and resolve delays, conduct site visits, ensure quality, safety, and contractual obligations. Serve as primary point of contact for senior leadership during construction, providing updates and ensuring project satisfaction.
Additional duties as required.
The Ideal Candidate
Extensive experience in EPC oversight for large-scale infrastructure projects (e.g., data center builds or powerplant installations); track record of delivering on time and within budget; experience with high-stakes environments and liquidated damages.
Expertise in regulatory compliance and infrastructure development: permitting, utility connections (e.g., natural gas pipelines), and regulatory requirements for large-scale energy or data center projects; familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations.
Customer-focused project leadership: ability to engage with hyperscalers, colocation providers, or other large-scale customers; building trust and maintaining ongoing relationships through clear communication and delivery excellence.
About Scale Scale Microgrids is a fully integrated distributed energy platform focused on designing, implementing, and financing distributed clean energy solutions. Scale helps customers transition to a decentralized energy future by providing and financing sustainable, cost-effective, and resilient power solutions. Scale is backed by EQT, with significant assets and capital to support ongoing growth. For more information, visit
https://www.scalemicrogrids.com .
Scale strives to attract a diverse workforce and provides 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.
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This Senior Project Manager role will be the first hire of this kind in Scale's newly created Data Center vertical. You will oversee the execution of behind-the-meter (BTM), off-grid microgrids, gas-fired power plants, and solar storage systems for hyperscale and colocation data centers. This is a hybrid role based out of our Ridgewood, NJ HQ, but could also be located at our NYC, LA, or Oakland, CA offices.
This role combines business acumen, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and a builder’s mindset. You will drive the expansion of our data center power solutions, build trusted partnerships, and help Scale stay at the forefront of decarbonized, resilient, and scalable energy infrastructure for mission-critical facilities.
Responsibilities
Project design support: Engage during the design phase to ensure execution details are integrated into project plans from the outset, including natural gas requirements, operational feasibility, vendor alignment, and regulatory considerations. Ensure customer expectations, technical requirements, and regulatory considerations are addressed.
Site regulation and infrastructure: Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, utilities, and local authorities to secure necessary approvals and ensure compliance. Execute infrastructure updates required for the site, including natural gas pipeline connections and potential lateral builds.
Construction oversight: Lead EPC oversight to ensure vendors and contractors deliver on time and in line with data center customer expectations. Monitor progress, identify and resolve delays, conduct site visits, ensure quality, safety, and contractual obligations. Serve as primary point of contact for senior leadership during construction, providing updates and ensuring project satisfaction.
Additional duties as required.
The Ideal Candidate
Extensive experience in EPC oversight for large-scale infrastructure projects (e.g., data center builds or powerplant installations); track record of delivering on time and within budget; experience with high-stakes environments and liquidated damages.
Expertise in regulatory compliance and infrastructure development: permitting, utility connections (e.g., natural gas pipelines), and regulatory requirements for large-scale energy or data center projects; familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations.
Customer-focused project leadership: ability to engage with hyperscalers, colocation providers, or other large-scale customers; building trust and maintaining ongoing relationships through clear communication and delivery excellence.
About Scale Scale Microgrids is a fully integrated distributed energy platform focused on designing, implementing, and financing distributed clean energy solutions. Scale helps customers transition to a decentralized energy future by providing and financing sustainable, cost-effective, and resilient power solutions. Scale is backed by EQT, with significant assets and capital to support ongoing growth. For more information, visit
https://www.scalemicrogrids.com .
Scale strives to attract a diverse workforce and provides 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.
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