Climate17 · 6 days ago
Interconnection Project Manager in Utility-Scale Solar and BESS
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expClimate17 is helping an international renewable energy developer find an experienced and motivated Project Manager, Interconnection for their Engineering and Technical group. This position leads and manages the interconnection strategy and execution for utility-scale renewable energy and energy storage projects across multiple U.S. markets.
Professional ServicesRecruitingRenewable Energy
Hiring Manager
Oliver Hastie
Responsibilities
Manage the full interconnection lifecycle from application to energization and operations
Serve as primary liaison with ISOs/RTOs, utilities, and transmission providers
Track and manage interconnection deliverables, including payments, security, and milestones
Align interconnection schedule and budget with development, permitting, and construction timelines to reduce overall project risk profile
Review and interpret interconnection study results and provide commercial guidance
Lead negotiations for interconnection agreements and related transmission contracts
Coordinate internal teams on design, milestones, and contract compliance
Support interconnection-related construction activities and utility coordination
Oversee site energization and ensure a smooth transition to operations
Monitor regulatory changes (FERC, ISO queues) and assess project impacts
Maintain interconnection trackers and report status across internal stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Business, Economics or related field
At least 5 years of experience managing utility-scale interconnection projects, with at least 3 years on the developer or IPP side
Strong understanding of FERC Orders and ISO/RTO tariffs
Deep familiarity with interconnection processes in PJM, MISO, and ERCOT
Proficiency with ISO queue systems and portals (e.g., OATI OASIS, PJM eTools, MISO GI Queue, ERCOT MIS and RIOO)
Proven ability to lead interconnection agreement negotiations through to execution
Experience supporting or managing utility coordination through construction and energization
Excellent communication and organizational skills; effective across technical and commercial teams
Strong project management skills and ability to handle multiple complex projects in parallel
Preferred
advanced degree
PMP and/or PE Certification
Company
Climate17
Climate17 is a recruitment firm specializing in renewable energy and sustainability, providing talent acquisition services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Carlos Soria
Founder & Director
David Blake
Founder & Director
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