Project Manager - Onsite Power Delivery
$135k - $165k USD
Rowan Digital Infrastructure is redefining how data centers are delivered—faster, smarter, and at scale. We partner with hyperscale customers to provide tailored, high-performance infrastructure with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and flexibility.
Our experienced, end-to-end team delivers custom solutions across a growing portfolio of strategic sites in key markets across the United States. Backed by Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners, Rowan is committed to enabling the next generation of digital infrastructure—and building a more sustainable future in the process.
Ready to help transform how the world’s most important technologies are powered? Join us.
Role Summary
Rowan Digital Infrastructure is looking for a Project Manager – Onsite Power Delivery to lead the end-to-end planning, coordination, and delivery of on-site behind-the-meter (BTM) power infrastructure supporting large-scale data center developments across Rowan Digital Infrastructure’s growing portfolio.
This role oversees the delivery of the onsite microgrid power plants that support our data center campuses using combinations of gas fired turbines, reciprocal generators, BESS solutions, as well as the related electrical infrastructure from early design through commissioning and energization.
The Project Manager (PM) – Onsite Power Delivery role serves as the primary point of integration between our hyperscale customers, Rowan’s commercial and energy teams, as well as our engineering, equipment, construction contractors, commissioning partners and ultimately Rowan operations. The PM will ensure power infrastructure is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with long-term operational requirements. This role proactively manages technical risk, long-lead equipment strategy, permitting, and interconnection milestones to protect overall project delivery.
Travel: Ability to travel up to 50% for company gatherings and to project sites.
Location: Can be based at site location or remote.
Compensation: $135K-$165K (Offers Bonus)
Essential Responsibilities
1. Project Leadership & Execution
Lead planning and execution of all power infrastructure scopes including:
Onsite Microgrid delivery
Substations (AIS/GIS)
Medium- and high-voltage distribution
Switchgear and protection systems
Develop and manage project schedules aligned with overall campus milestones.
Ensure coordination between power engineering, civil, structural, and MEP scopes impacting power delivery.
Drive early risk identification and mitigation planning.
2. Utility & Stakeholder Management
Coordinate with AHJs and permitting authorities.
Partner with internal development, procurement, finance, and operations teams to align infrastructure delivery with customer capacity commitments.
3. Cost & Contract Management
Develop and manage power delivery infrastructure budgets.
Oversee bid packages, contractor selection, and contract negotiations.
Track and manage change orders specific to electrical and utility scopes.
Monitor long-lead equipment procurement (transformers, switchgear, breakers, generators).
Forecast cost risk tied to material pricing and supply chain constraints.
4. Technical Oversight
Review design documents for constructability, phasing strategy, and operational resilience.
Validate redundancy, resiliency, and scalability requirements.
Ensure protection studies, arc flash analysis, and commissioning plans are incorporated.
Coordinate factory witness testing and on-site commissioning activities.
5. Schedule & Risk Management
Develop detailed energization milestone plans.
Identify schedule risk tied to:
Power engineering and delivery
Equipment manufacturing
Mitigation planning for long-lead items and grid constraints.
Provide clear reporting on power readiness status to executive leadership.
6. Safety & Compliance
Ensure adherence to high-voltage safety protocols.
Oversee compliance with utility standards and electrical codes.
Support development of energization procedures and turnover documentation.
7. Reporting & Executive Communication
Provide concise, data-driven updates on:
Power capacity milestones
Cost exposure
Delivery risk
Long-lead equipment tracking
Elevate issues early with recommended solutions.
Education, Skills, and Experience
5–10+ years of experience managing large-scale infrastructure or electrical construction projects including significant experience with the engineering, procurement and construction delivery of onsite, behind-the-meter microgrid power solutions, including the use of natural gas and renewables
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related technical field
Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PE (Professional Engineer) preferred but not required
Additional training or certifications related to high-voltage systems or power systems considered a plus
Experience delivering medium- and high-voltage electrical systems, substations, or utility interconnections
Experience working on data centers, mission-critical facilities, energy infrastructure, or large industrial projects preferred
Demonstrated experience managing contractors, consultants, and utility providers
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, procurement, and change orders
Experience coordinating long-lead electrical equipment procurement (transformers, switchgear, generators)
Familiarity with commissioning and energization processes for electrical infrastructure
Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration
At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our two offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by the teamwork, technology, and in-office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado and have an office in Seattle, Washington. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S.
Here to support you
At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work. We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best.
Hybrid working environment
Team building and educational opportunities
Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution
Unlimited PTO
Competitive compensation and bonus plan
Equal Opportunity Employer
Rowan Digital is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.