Interconnection Project Manager DG

New Leaf Energy

Chicago, Illinois

Full Time

Posted December 11, 2025

$113k - $131k

Renewable Energy Development

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Job Description

The Interconnection Project Manager DG at New Leaf Energy is responsible for managing utility interconnection processes for renewable energy projects, coordinating stakeholder communications, and ensuring smooth project development from application to completion, with a focus on regional strategy and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate interconnection efforts between Engineering, Project Finance, Accounting, and Operations
Lead utility communications, meetings, and conflict resolution
Manage the full interconnection lifecycle, including application submittals, reviews, and approvals
Interpret utility requirements, feedback, and tariffs to assess risks and inform development strategies
Monitor utility performance to identify risks and escalate issues as needed
Negotiate project-level disputes and outcomes with utilities
Create and maintain project management tools, trackers, and reports for interconnection processes
Own and oversee interconnection application packages and related documentation
Forecast cash flow, manage payments, and understand utility payment policies
Evaluate and manage third-party consultants involved in the interconnection process

Requirements

Four years of relevant experience with preference given to those with energy and direct electric utility experience.
Bachelor's degree required.
Strong project management, reporting, and technical skills, preferably in Salesforce and Smartsheet.
Experience with Microsoft Project.
Ability to interpret utility feedback and understand implications on development, engineering, and construction efforts.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the markets.
Ability to effectively coordinate interconnection-related efforts between Engineering, Project Finance, Accounting, and Operations teams.
Experience leading utility interactions and meetings, including conflict resolutions.
Experience owning the full interconnection lifecycle, including interpreting and organizing utility requirements and feedback, and communicating risks to cross-functional teams.
Proactive monitoring of utility performance to identify risks to the critical path, autonomously escalating issues, and negotiating positive outcomes.
Handling project-level disputes and successfully negotiating positive outcomes with utilities.
Ownership of interconnection application submittal packages, coordinating with internal teams and external consultants.
Experience managing cash flow forecasting, payment amounts, target due dates, and understanding of financial accounting, cost-benefit analysis, and utility payment policies.
Ability to evaluate, onboard, and manage third-party consultants.
Developing and maintaining project management infrastructure, trackers, reports, and other tools specific to utility regions.
Coordinate signatures, approvals, payments for applications, impact studies, and interconnection agreements.
Understanding and applying continuous improvement tools, value stream mapping, and change management.
Ability to interpret and communicate utility behavior and tariff guidelines for strategic decision-making.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and stakeholders.
Willingness to work in a hybrid environment, working in the office at least two out of every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and from home on other days.

Benefits & Perks

Market-competitive base salary

Above-market variable compensation

Equity-like ownership program

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k plan with immediate vesting and company match

Open and self-managed paid time-off policy

Hybrid work location policy supporting work from home

Parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents

Professional development and education assistance

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