Distributed Generation Renewable Project Manager

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

During this exciting time in the electric industry characterized by record load growth, Generation Procurement is engaged along many fronts to help shape the future of our generation fleet as we continue to deliver clean, safe, reliable and affordable power and hold our customers at the center of all that we do. The Distributed Generation (“DG”) Renewable Project Manager facilitates the interconnection and contracting of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) through a Request for Proposal (RFP). The Project Manager is responsible for customer and solar developer interaction through all phases of project consideration. This role is responsible for the collaborative development, implementation and management of RFP renewable projects and managing Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and/or Interconnection Agreements (IAs). This position works with large and diverse teams across various departments within Southern Company and externally to successfully implement DG projects from initial developer contact through contracting, interconnection, and billing to achieve commercial operation.

Requirements

• 4-year accredited BS/BA Degree OR direct experience with project coordination and customer interaction
• Proven or demonstrated leadership, effective communication, and strong interpersonal skills
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and prioritize work effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to learn interconnection policies, program guidelines, and PPA/IA documentation for proper execution and administration of program requirements
• Experience managing multiple projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and effectively interacting with external and internal stakeholders
• Effective at building and leveraging internal and cross-functional relationships to achieve goals

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in project management, working directly with customers, renewable development and/or regulatory programs preferred

Responsibilities

• Act as the project manager and primary technical point of contact for RFP projects ensuring that both internal and external stakeholders meet the necessary requirements to fulfill contractual and interconnection obligations to developers.
• Draft, interpret, and execute Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Interconnection Agreements (IAs)
• Take ownership and responsibility for quality control of all PPA and IA contracts
• Foster and maintain strong working relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external parties
• Identify and implement process improvements and program enhancements utilizing customer and developer feedback
• Support after-hours storm restoration efforts as needed

Benefits

• competitive base salary
• annual incentive awards for eligible employees
• health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being
• Relocation assistance may be provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level