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Practice Director Data Centers | Aptim

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  • ID: 558125
  • Posted: 3/13/2026
  • Location: Irvine, CA
  • Category: IT - Database Administration
  • Job Type: Direct Placement
  • Duration: Direct Placement

Description

Are you a Data Center Permitting & Regulatory Services looking to join one of the top companies in the Environmental Services industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience in owner/developer/operator side of data center development and operation? 

 

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today!

Acara Solutions seeks highly qualified candidates to work Remote with our client in Irvine CA. Interested?

Here's what you'd do: 

  • Develop and execute go to market strategy targeting hyperscalers and co-location operators
  • Build the practice drawing upon the resources of an ENR top 5 ranked environmental consulting firm, and your own network of sales and technical professionals.
  • Identify and cultivate relationships with target hyperscaler clients, developers, and data center operators.
  • Lead value proposition and proposal development, client presentations, and commercial negotiations.
  • Provide governance with support for various permitting strategies including air quality, NPDES, stormwater, Sec. 401/404 compliance.
  • ting engagements, including permitting roadmaps, agency coordination, site due diligence, and programmatic permitting support.
  • Support cross-selling and integrated solution development with complementary services to expand existing client relationships and generate repeat business.
  • Cultivate relationships with strategic partners, including specialty consultants, legal advisors, and subcontractors.
  • Monitor market conditions, regulatory trends, and competitor positioning to maintain a strong market presence.
  • Represent the firm at industry events, client meetings, and conferences to expand brand recognition and market penetration.
  • Deep expertise with relevant regulations NEPA, Clean Air Act (Title V, NSR, GHG permitting, Clean Water Act, and fundamental state-level regulatory frameworks.

 

Here's what you'll get:

Pay:  $ 210-$250k /hr.

Hours: 40 hours/week

Length: Direct Hire

 

Sounds like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

 
Job Requirements
 

Required skills:

  • Bachelor's Degree 
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in building and leading a practice for a professional services firm 
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in owner/developer/operator side of data center development and operation.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in supporting project or program delivery.

 

Preferred skills:

  • Familiarity with regulatory framework related to utility interconnection, contingent/temporary power systems and energy storage.
  • Familiarity with data center development lifecycles
  • Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
  • Established relationships within data centers, power generation, battery storage, advanced manufacturing, utilities, or large industrial developers. 
  • Experience helping build or scale a service line or practice, including mentoring staff and developing repeatable offerings. 
  • Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms. 
  • Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional permitting and complex stakeholder environments

 

Additional Information

  • Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
  • Travel as required to support client engagement and business development activities (up to approximately 50%).



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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
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