21 Oct
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Capstone Infrastructure
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Greater Toronto Area
21 Oct
Capstone Infrastructure
Greater Toronto Area
The Opportunity
Capstone Infrastructure Corporation is seeking a Senior Manager, Datacenters to identify, build and manage Capstone’s datacenter infrastructure build-out across Canada. This newly created role will take datacenter opportunities from origination and business case approval through to execution with a view into long-term asset management.
The successful candidate will be the single point of accountability for Capstone’s datacenter infrastructure growth strategy, working cross-functionally with other Capstone teams. The role will shape how Capstone pairs its generation portfolio, power supply capability and development expertise with the growing demand for datacenter capacity in Canada, and will lead partner, customer, utility and stakeholder relationships to deliver safe, reliable and commercially sound outcomes.
This position reports jointly into the VP, Strategy and Markets and VP, Business Development and is based out of the Toronto office (remote options are available), with travel to project sites, customer and partner locations as required.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Business Development
- Develop and maintain Capstone’s datacenter strategy, including target markets, customer segments, partnership models, power supply solutions and value creation opportunities across Canada.
- Originate, screen and prioritize datacenter opportunities, including greenfield sites, co-location with existing Capstone generation assets, powered land, behind-the-meter supply and acquisitions or partnerships.
- Build and manage relationships with hyperscalers, colocation providers, developers, investors, utilities and other potential partners and customers.
- Lead commercial structuring and negotiation of term sheets, power supply arrangements, land and lease agreements, joint venture and partnership agreements.
- Prepare business cases, financial analysis and investment recommendations for review and approval by senior and executive leadership.
Development & Execution
- Lead site selection and due diligence, including land control, power availability, interconnection, water, fibre connectivity, zoning and environmental considerations.
- Coordinate interconnection requests with utilities and system operators, and support engagement on market and regulatory developments affecting large loads.
- Lead community, Indigenous and stakeholder engagement in partnership with Capstone’s internal teams.
- Support permitting, municipal and regulatory approvals, environmental assessments and other authorizations required to advance datacenter projects.
- Support procurement strategies and commercial negotiations for engineering, long-lead equipment, construction and specialized technical services.
- Ensure designs support long-term reliability, maintainability, operability and customer requirements.
- Identify, assess and manage commercial, technical, safety, schedule, environmental, permitting, regulatory and operational risks across the full asset lifecycle.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
- Commercial/industrial real estate experience and licenses/designations are an asset.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in datacenters, power generation, energy infrastructure or related sectors, spanning business development or project delivery.
- Demonstrated experience with datacenter projects, large-load energy projects or comparable critical infrastructure.
- Experience with land acquisition, permitting, municipal and environmental approvals and stakeholder engagement.
- Robust understanding of datacenter design and power requirements, utility interconnection, electricity markets and regulatory frameworks in Canadian jurisdictions.
- Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements, including power supply, lease, partnership and construction agreements.
- Strong financial and commercial judgment, including business case development, financial modelling and investment evaluation.
- Ability to communicate clearly with technical teams, executives, customers and external stakeholders.
- Ability to travel within Canada as required.
About Capstone:
Capstone Infrastructure Corporation is generating our low-carbon future, driving the energy transition forward through creative thinking, strong partnerships, and a commitment to doing things right. A developer, owner, and operator of clean and renewable energy projects across North America, Capstone’s portfolio includes approximately 1.1 GW of installed capacity across 36 facilities in Canada.
What Capstone Offers
- Competitive compensation, incentive program and comprehensive benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth across multiple disciplines and asset types.
- The opportunity to build and lead a new business line that brings together Capstone’s generation portfolio and the growing demand for datacenter capacity in Canada.
- A dynamic, high-performance environment focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- A collaborative team culture that values engagement, respect and shared success.
Capstone is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute to our shared success. We strive to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment that recognizes the unique contributions of every individual.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Capstone uses artificial intelligence-enabled tools, including LinkedIn Hiring Assistant, to assist with candidate sourcing and application screening. Final hiring decisions are made by Capstone representatives.
Equal Opportunity and Accommodation
Capstone is committed to an inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace. Accommodation is available during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable law.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted
📌 Senior Manager, Datacenters (Greater Toronto Area)
🏢 Capstone Infrastructure
📍 Greater Toronto Area