Strategy and Operations Associate

What you’ll do

• Data & dashboard ownership – build, maintain, and continuously improve cost, schedule, risk, and quality dashboards so every stakeholder has real-time visibility.
• Deal support – assist on due diligence and documentation. Prepare data rooms, exhibits, and external deal materials that help transactions get across the finish line.
• Swiss army knife – jump into special projects, fill gaps, and do whatever it takes to keep the team moving at Crusoe‑speed.
• Meeting & Daily Operations support – prep agendas, take crisp notes, track action items, and follow up relentlessly so no decision or commitment falls through the cracks.
• Project tracking – support schedule and milestone tracking across active campus builds. Flag slippage early, surface the critical path, and keep the team one step ahead.
• Materials creation – draft presentations, one-pagers, and memos for internal reviews, executive updates, and external stakeholders. Make complex information look effortless.
• Process & playbook support – help document standard operating procedures, RACI matrices, and lessons learned so every new campus launch starts smarter than the last.

What you’ll bring

• 1–3 years of experience in construction management, consulting, investment banking, or a fast-paced operations or strategy role (internship experience counts)
• Previous exposure to data center infrastructure, co-location providers, development or real estate is a strong plus
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with data visualization tools (Sigma, Tableau, Looker, or similar) is a plus
• Strong written communication—you write clearly, concisely, and can prepare board-worthy materials
• Exceptional attention to detail balanced with the ability to move quickly and prioritize ruthlessly in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Familiarity with project management concepts (Gantt charts, critical path, milestone tracking); exposure to construction, real estate, or infrastructure a plus
• A low-ego, high-ownership mindset—you do what it takes and want the team to succeed
• Strong interest in AI infrastructure, power markets, and large-scale data center development
• AI First mindset, strong interest in integrating AI into the whole team's workflows.
• BS in Engineering, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related quantitative field

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and equity packages
• Restricted Stock Units
• Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs
• Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
• Employer contributions to HSA account
• Paid parental leave
• Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional development & tuition reimbursement
• Mental health & wellness support
• Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
• Cell phone stipend
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
• Volunteer time off
• Global travel insurance & emergency assistance
• Daily meals allowance
• Additional perks & programs specific to location