At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead site selection for Ada's infrastructure across EMEA, evaluating potential sites and negotiating purchases.
- Company: Ares Management is focused on expanding Ada’s infrastructure footprint in the EMEA region.
- Benefits: Equal Employment Opportunity employer, considering all applicants without regard to protected characteristics.
- Other info: Reports to the Head of Ada Infrastructure, EMEA.
- Why this job: This role offers a chance to shape Ada's growth in the data center market across EMEA.
- Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience in commercial site selection or project execution.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 120000 £ per year.
Ares is looking for a Vice President of Site Selection to lead the expansion of Ada’s infrastructure footprint across EMEA. The role reports to the Head of EMEA and works closely with the Ares Management investments team to evaluate and secure sites that meet technical, regulatory, and commercial criteria.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify regions where Ada should operate based on data center market penetration and vacancy.
- Evaluate and validate potential sites for infrastructure development, ensuring proper zoning, power and permitting, planning, and customer base feasibility.
- Develop and deliver a two‑page analysis and proposal to senior Ada leadership, outlining the merits and drawbacks of each site.
- Negotiate the purchase of selected sites and act as the primary contact with sellers.
- Scale the site‑selection team as Ada grows and matures.
- Maintain strong collaboration with the investments team throughout the site‑selection process.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or equivalent experience.
- Five or more years of experience in a commercial site‑selection or project execution role.
- Technical understanding of data center infrastructure and the key technical components required for site viability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership abilities and a commercial mindset.
Reporting Relationships
Reports to the Head of Ada Infrastructure, EMEA.
Vice President, Site Selection, EMEA in City of Westminster employer: Ares Management Corporation
Ares Management is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal opportunities for all applicants. Located in EMEA, the team focuses on strategic site selection for data centers, ensuring robust infrastructure development. Join a dynamic team that values strong leadership and commercial acumen.
Contact Details:
Ares Management Corporation Recruitment Team
