Interconnection Project Manager

Management of the Interconnection Process • Handle the day-to-day interconnection process for new & existing development projects from siting to execution including interconnection agreements, affected systems and engineering agreements • Assist in the development of commercial arrangements to optimize project cost, schedule and risks • Oversee consultants as necessary to support the interconnection process including application deliverables in addition to engineering review of utility schedules and cost estimate • Establish working relationships with utilities, ISOs and industry representatives in key markets • Act as an advisor and liaison with Project Development, Business Development and management on interconnection issues and policies related to project development risk and opportunities Project Development and Siting • Assist in the evaluation of utility system loading (e.g., deliverability, congestion) and potential interconnection costs to support siting of new development projects • Assist in the evaluation of interconnection and gen-tie studies and alternatives; participate in processes to optimize project interconnection options based on cost, schedule, off take preference and risk • Support PPA, financing and project sale processes including providing information on the interconnection agreements and articulating the project’s specific interconnection related attributes Due Diligence for existing development projects • Assist with due-diligence review of potential project and portfolio acquisitions and related commercial transactions related to the interconnection and transmission risk and provide recommendations to the acquisition team Policy & Markets • Begin developing a basic understanding of the transmission/interconnection related legislation and regulations that impact Region of responsibility. • Develop a working knowledge of related regional tariffs and understand its effect on the interconnection process.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment: Work is performed in an office environment or remote home office, and in the field. At least 20% domestic travel is required annually. • Ability to establish strong working relationships with utilities, ISOs and industry representatives. • Ability to prioritize multiple deliverables with conflicting schedules • Exceptional public speaking, presentation skills, and the ability to explain and communicate complex technical topics and writing of technical reports • Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills, capable of applying advanced engineering principles to identify and solve complex issues • Outstanding project management and negotiation skills • Positive attitude with ability to receive constructive feedback