Data Center Energy Operations Manager

DATA4'S MISSION DATA4 creates Smart & Scalable digital facilities for our customers. Our network of highly connected, resilient and sustainable data center campuses underpins our customers’ digital growth in Europe. DATA4 Group finances, designs, constructs and operates its own data centers. Delivered through our data center campus model, we provide our customers with secure, scalable and high-performance data hosting solutions. DATA4 VALUES At DATA4 we are driven by our values. These are the core of everything we do – from the proactivity we show in delivering great outcomes for our clients, to the responsibility we show as a key contributor to the digital economy. Our three values are: To be entrepreneurial – we are teams of doers who make things happen - with autonomy, energy and a sense of responsibility To always take responsibility – for our impact on the people we work with, the society we are part of, and the environment in which we operate To constantly be adaptable – our business is designed to adapt, answering not only today’s challenges, but also anticipating what’s coming next. ABOUT THE ROLE The Energy Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing energy management strategies across data center operations in France. The role focuses on optimizing energy efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting renewable energy sourcing, and promoting sustainable practices across all facilities. The Energy Manager will lead the implementation of the Energy Efficiency Program (EEP) and the ISO 50001 Energy Management System, while ensuring alignment with corporate sustainability objectives and industry best practices. This role also requires close collaboration with the country leader, operations, design and construction, finance, and external stakeholders such as energy utilities, suppliers, and regulatory bodies. The role also acts as the French Operations counterpart to the Energy & Resource Compliance Expert, ensuring that regulatory watch outcomes, energy disclosures, rebilling governance, ISO 50001 requirements and energy efficiency scheme opportunities are translated into practical operational actions and supported by reliable site evidence. Key Responsibilities Energy Performance Management Design and implement the Energy Efficiency Program (EEP) across all data center sites. Monitor and analyse energy performance indicators including: PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) WUE (Water Usage Effectiveness) CUE (Carbon Usage Effectiveness) COP (Coefficient of Performance) Deliver detailed energy performance reporting, including breakdown by: IT Load Cooling Systems UPS Systems Mechanical and Electrical Infrastructure Develop advanced energy metering and monitoring systems to improve granularity and visibility of energy consumption. Identify opportunities for energy optimization and operational efficiency improvements. Provide validated operational energy data and KPI evidence to support energy-related external disclosures and regulatory reporting coordinated by the Energy & Resource Compliance Expert. Data Center Technical Energy Optimization Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to optimize the energy performance of critical data center infrastructure including: HVAC and cooling systems Chillers CRAC/CRAH units UPS and power distribution systems Backup/emergency power generation systems Support energy-efficient design and operation aligned with Tier III / Tier IV data center standards, as defined by the Uptime Institute. Participate in capacity planning and ensure energy availability aligns with data center growth and expansion strategies. Support initiatives related to optimization of cooling and power infrastructure. Support planning and coordination related to grid connections and electrical substations, ensuring sufficient power availability for current operations and future data center capacity expansion. Collaborate with utilities, design and construction teams, and grid operators during grid connection studies, power allocation processes, and substation infrastructure planning. Contribute to the optimization and reliability of high-voltage electrical infrastructure, including substations, transformers, and grid interconnection points. Energy Sustainability and Reuse Programs Promote and implement energy efficiency initiatives across all data center facilities. Identify and implement energy recovery and reuse opportunities. ISO 50001 Energy Management System Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the ISO 50001 Energy Management System. Coordinate/support internal and external audits to maintain ISO 50001 certification. Collaborate with compliance and operational teams to integrate ISO 50001 requirements into operational procedures. Develop awareness programs related to energy management best practices. Coordinate with the Energy & Resource Compliance Expert for ISO 50001 audit preparation, document collection, auditor interviews, corrective action follow-up and evidence traceability at French site(s) level. Energy Procurement and Utility Management Maintain strong relationships with utility providers and energy suppliers. Participate in the negotiation and management of contracts related to: Electricity Water Gas Fuel supply Contribute to energy purchasing strategies and cost optimization. Forecast future energy demand based on data center capacity growth and customer load projections. Renewable Energy and Power Purchase Agreements Support the integration of renewable energy into the company’s energy portfolio. Monitor energy markets and identify opportunities to secure long-term renewable energy supply. Energy Incentives and Regulatory Programs Confirm eligible efficiency projects and ensure proper certification and documentation complying with Energy & Resource Compliance Expert guidelines for France Monitor regulatory developments affecting energy efficiency and sustainability in data centers. Coordinate with the Energy & Resource Compliance Expert to analyse the operational impact of energy regulatory changes, identify compliance gaps, and deploy required action plans with local OPS teams. Support the identification, qualification and documentation of eligible energy efficiency projects under applicable certificate or obligation schemes, including CEE in France and equivalent European mechanisms when relevant uppon Energy & Resource Compliance Expert request Project Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement Lead energy efficiency projects in collaboration with: Country Leader Data Center Operations Design and Construction Finance Sustainability teams Coordinate with external stakeholders including: Energy utilities Technology vendors Regulatory authorities Coordination with Energy & Resource Compliance Expert Act as the primary French Operations interface for the Energy & Resource Compliance Expert on energy regulatory watch, compliance implementation and management escalation topics. Translate compliance requirements into site-level operational actions, ensuring feasibility assessment, assignment of owners, follow-up of deadlines and documented closure of actions. Provide, validate and challenge energy data required for external disclosures, with particular attention to completeness, consistency, deadline management and country-specific requirements. Coordinate with Finance and the Energy & Resource Compliance Expert on energy rebilling governance, including metering data quality, consumption allocation principles, documentation standards and corrective action follow-up. Maintain operational traceability of compliance evidence, decisions, audit inputs and action plans required for regulatory obligations, ISO 50001 audits and internal governance reviews. Skills and Competencies Required Technical Expertise Strong expertise in data center energy systems, including electrical and mechanical infrastructure. Deep understanding of: Data center cooling technologies Power distribution systems Energy monitoring platforms Experience analysing key data center energy KPIs such as PUE, WUE, and CUE. Knowledge of grid connection processes and electrical substation infrastructure, including high-voltage distribution, transformers, and coordination with utility grid operators. Energy Markets and Regulatory Knowledge Strong understanding of energy markets and utility frameworks in Spain. Knowledge and practical experience with: Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) CAE energy efficiency schemes Energy regulatory compliance. Operational coordination with Energy & Resource Compliance Expert on regulatory action plans, disclosure obligations, rebilling governance and compliance evidence management. Contracting and Supplier Management Experience negotiating and managing contracts related to: Electricity supply Water supply Gas and fuel contracts Experience managing utility providers and energy suppliers. Standards and Certifications Proven experience implementing ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems. Knowledge of data center design and operational standards such as those defined by the Uptime Institute. Familiarity with sustainability frameworks and corporate energy reporting. Understanding of energy-related disclosure frameworks and external reporting obligations impacting data center operations, including EED, EU Code of Conduct for Data Centres and comparable country-level schemes. Leadership and Communication Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to communicate complex energy concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience driving organizational change related to energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives. Preferred Qualifications Degree in Energy Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. Experience in data center, hyperscale infrastructure, or mission-critical facilities. Full professional proficiency in French (C2), high level of English (C1)