PpAbout us: We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations. /p h3About the Role /h3 pDo you thrive at the intersection of the energy transition and sustainable digital infrastructure? DNV Energy Systems is seeking a bGlobal Segment Lead Data Centres /b to drive our worldwide strategy and growth in this high priority segment. This leadership role owns value propositions and facilitates cross-disciplinary sales to help hyperscalers, colocation providers, investors and utilities plan, connect, power and operate data centres reliably, efficiently and sustainably. The Global Segment Lead will maintain a strong market and customer focus to drive sales and strengthen customer relationships. The role is accountable for market leadership, customer centricity, and resulting order intake in the assigned market areas, by ensuring that the right combination of resources is effectively deployed to meet customer needs. Although this role does not include direct people management, close collaboration with the teams in the delivery organization, Heads of Department, Project Managers/Sponsors, and Key Account Managers is essential for delivering on segment responsibilities. The position reports to the Director, Business Development Sales Enablement and works across the Power Grids, Renewables Advisory, Energy Management, Markets Risk, and Digital Solutions service areas. /p h3What You’ll Do /h3 h3Commercial Market /h3 ul liWork closely with the Sales Manager, KAMs, Regional Segment Leads, and GSALs to develop the annual Regional Operating Plan. /li liSupport go‑to‑market execution across North America, Northern Europe, UKI, APAC, and the Middle East by setting regional priorities and coordinating with Regional Segment Leads, KAMs, and delivery units. /li liDrive growth with strategic accounts - hyperscalers, colocation providers, investors, IPPs, and utilities - by building executive‑level relationships and multiyear roadmaps. /li liBuild and maintain project references, value propositions, and capability statements that reinforce DNV’s leadership in the segment. /li liDevelop market strategies for key customer segments, supporting cross‑ and up‑selling initiatives. /li liGather deep customer insights, analyse competitor offerings, and monitor political and regional developments to inform strategic decisions. /li /ul h3Sales Execution Opportunity Management /h3 ul liShape and package offerings across the full lifecycle, including site selection power availability, interconnection compliance, behind‑the‑meter power decarbonization (PV, BESS, microgrids), OE/IE services, technical due diligence, RAM/FMECA, digital twins, OT/IT cybersecurity, ESG, and climate risk. /li liIdentify, drive, and facilitate sales opportunities by managing pipeline growth and increasing order intake in collaboration with KAMs and Market Area Managers. /li liLead cross‑functional sales by mobilizing experts across Power Systems, Markets Risk, Renewables, Energy, and Digital Solutions to deliver integrated, high‑value solutions. /li liActively contribute to proposal development; influence pricing, resourcing, and bid‑quality reviews to ensure competitive and profitable offers. /li liMonitor and manage the sales funnel, optimizing customer experience and strengthening relationship metrics (CRSI). /li liServe as project sponsor for key projects, ensuring high‑quality delivery and consistency across regions. /li liCollaborate with Regional Segment Leads and Service Area Leads to develop and deliver integrated, customer‑driven solutions aligned with market needs. /li liLead segment marketing and thought leadership by driving campaigns, reference cases, events, and flagship publications to increase DNV’s visibility in the datacentre community. /li /ul pDNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity! /p h3What We Offer /h3 ul liPurpose led work with tangible impact on the energy transition and digital infrastructure; /li liFlexible, hybrid working and a collaborative, trust‑based culture; /li liGlobal career paths, learning and development, and access to world‑class technical communities; /li liCompetitive compensation and benefits aligned to local market and DNV policies; /li liThe opportunity to build and lead a global segment with executive visibility. /li /ul h3About You /h3 h3What is Required /h3 ul liBachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, energy systems, business or related field; advanced degree preferred. /li li10+ years in energy infrastructure and/or data centre development, with proven global or multi‑region leadership in a matrix organization. /li liAbility to engage credibly with C-level customers in hyperscalers, investors, utilities and developers, translating complex technical issues into clear business outcomes. /li liDemonstrated success owning a go‑to‑market and scaling advisory or consulting services across regions. /li liDeep understanding of the data centre lifecycle (site, grid access, compliance, BTM power, OE/IE, TDD) and the power system implications of large loads. /li liStrong commercial acumen: pipeline development, solutioning, proposal leadership and negotiation. /li liExcellent written and verbal English; executive presence and customer‑facing communication skills. /li liWillingness to travel internationally (approx. 20–30%). /li /ul h3What Is Preferred /h3 ul liHands‑on experience with interconnection processes, grid code compliance and utility engagement in one or more regions (e.g., NERC/FERC in North America, UK/FLAPD, GCC, APAC). /li liFamiliarity with HPC/AI densities, liquid cooling, energy‑efficiency strategies and operational risk. /li liExperience in MA advisory, investor‑grade technical due diligence, and bankable reporting. /li liExposure to ESG/climate risk, RAM/FMECA, digital twins, and OT/IT cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. /li liTrack record building/leading globally distributed teams and partner ecosystems. /li /ul pSecurity and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country‑specific laws and practices. Application deadline: 5th of March 2026, EOD. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr