New Leaf Energy, Inc. · 2 hours ago
Interconnection Project Manager (DG)
Troy, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $122K/yr
4+ years expNew Leaf Energy is an experienced clean energy developer that partners with stakeholders to accelerate the transition to renewable energy. They are seeking an Interconnection Project Manager (DG) to coordinate interconnection-related efforts across various departments and manage utility communications effectively.
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Responsibilities
Represent New Leaf as the primary point of contact for all utility communications
Leadership of all utility interactions and meetings, including conflict resolutions
Lead interconnection due diligence and research for new market entry (process implementation, dynamic entrepreneurial problem solving, and relationship building)
Create and maintain utility/region-specific project management infrastructure, trackers, reports, and other project management tools to assist in the development strategy
Owning the full interconnection lifecycle. Interpret and organize utility requirements and feedback; synthesize and communicate risks to the cross-functional members of the development team
Proactively monitor utility performance to identify risks to the critical path, autonomously escalate issues, and negotiate positive outcomes
Serve as the interconnection process subject matter expert (utility behavior/tariff guidelines) for the development team, and act as an internal consultant to assist with strategic decision-making
Handle project-level disputes and successfully negotiate positive outcomes with utilities
Identify opportunities for improvement, and lead the implementation of countermeasures
Own the interconnection application submittal packages, coordinating with internal cross-functional teams and external consultants
Own cash flow forecasting (payment amounts, target/due dates, and required form of payment), which will require a strong understanding of financial accounting, cost-benefit analysis, and utility payment policies
Understand and apply continuous improvement tools, value stream mapping, and change management
Evaluate, onboard, and manage 3rd party consultants
Develop and maintain a consistent record as each project navigates the interconnection process lifecycle
Coordinate signatures, approvals, payments for applications, impact studies, and interconnection agreements
Qualification
Required
Exceptional organizational and project management skills
Ability to effectively coordinate interconnection-related efforts between Engineering, Project Finance, Accounting, and Operations
Technical skill set that enables accurate interpretation of utility feedback and an understanding of the implications on development, engineering, and construction efforts
Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in your markets
Ability to maintain a strategic perspective on the holistic interconnection environment on a regional basis
Represent New Leaf as the primary point of contact for all utility communications
Leadership of all utility interactions and meetings, including conflict resolutions
Lead interconnection due diligence and research for new market entry (process implementation, dynamic entrepreneurial problem solving, and relationship building)
Create and maintain utility/region-specific project management infrastructure, trackers, reports, and other project management tools to assist in the development strategy
Owning the full interconnection lifecycle
Interpret and organize utility requirements and feedback; synthesize and communicate risks to the cross-functional members of the development team
Proactively monitor utility performance to identify risks to the critical path, autonomously escalate issues, and negotiate positive outcomes
Serve as the interconnection process subject matter expert (utility behavior/tariff guidelines) for the development team, and act as an internal consultant to assist with strategic decision-making
Handle project-level disputes and successfully negotiate positive outcomes with utilities
Identify opportunities for improvement, and lead the implementation of countermeasures
Own the interconnection application submittal packages, coordinating with internal cross-functional teams and external consultants
Own cash flow forecasting (payment amounts, target/due dates, and required form of payment), which will require a strong understanding of financial accounting, cost-benefit analysis, and utility payment policies
Understand and apply continuous improvement tools, value stream mapping, and change management
Evaluate, onboard, and manage 3rd party consultants
Develop and maintain a consistent record as each project navigates the interconnection process lifecycle
Coordinate signatures, approvals, payments for applications, impact studies, and interconnection agreements
Preferred
4+ years of relevant experience with preference given to those with energy and direct electric utility experience
Bachelor's degree required (Engineering, Policy, Finance, Business, Environmental Science, Project Management preferred)
Strong project management, reporting, and technical skills, preferably in Salesforce and Smartsheet/Microsoft Project
Excitement about growing along with a fast-paced, dynamic company; comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefined
A passion for renewable energy, addressing the climate crisis, and accelerating the clean energy transformation
Benefits
Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision
A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute)
An open and self-managed paid time-off policy
A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week
A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire
Professional development and education assistance
Company
New Leaf Energy, Inc.
New Leaf Energy is one of the leading developers of renewable energy and energy storage projects in the United States—both distributed generation and utility scale.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-07-28Acquired
Leadership Team
Dan Berwick
Chief Executive Officer
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