Georgia Power Company · 21 hours ago
VaDER Project Manager
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expGeorgia Power Company is a leading energy provider committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy. The VaDER Project Manager will play a pivotal role in developing the DER System of Record strategy, collaborating across multiple teams to support the integration of distributed energy resources into operations and planning.
EnergyHydroelectric
Responsibilities
Lead development of the DER System of Record strategy
Collaborate with DCC, TCC, Fleet, EMS, and BPO on operational workflows & business processes
Support Grid DERMS and Edge DERMS implementations and related initiatives
Guide modeling, forecasting, and planning activities
Support load and generation forecasting refinement in DERMS platforms
Collaborate with Electric Transportation and other DER pilots
Coordinate with Bulk Power Operations on DER programs and planning
Lead cross-functional alignment across Distribution, Fleet, and Bulk teams
Assist with designing, planning and implementing the next phase(s) of DERMS functionalities
Assist with OCM and business process development as needed
Assist with communications to OPCO leadership and internal stakeholders
Lead VaDER Distribution initiatives
Closely collaborate with VaDER Bulk Leadership Team and Executive Committee
Work extensively with key DER stakeholders including system operations, fleet operations, interconnections planning, reliability, R&D, renewables, TO, security, legal, regulatory, and marketing, to ensure successful integration
Work with key stakeholders across Southern Company to share knowledge and best practices
Gather feedback from internal stakeholders, customers, and regulatory, to continue to optimize the Company’s DER strategy
Exhibit technical creativity, foresight, and a healthy willingness to challenge the status quo
Demonstrate advanced technical problem-solving skills and the ability to address and solve complex engineering issues associated with grid reliability and optimization
Collaborate and ensure strong partnerships across the SO enterprise
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of electrical Distribution systems and Operations is required
Able to build positive relationships and work well with diverse groups, tailoring communication methods appropriately for customers, peers, and management
Proven experience in developing and improving an inclusive work environment for all employees
Demonstrated experience leveraging multiple leadership competencies including but not limited to Business Acumen, Business Execution, Communication, and Organizational Savvy
Ability to lead team efforts, identify critical paths, and resolve conflict while effectively managing projects involving multiple work groups and departments
Ability to resolve conflict between individuals and functional areas
Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including executives, managers, supervisors, individual contributors, business leaders, and customers
Ability to manage multiple project schedules, work plans, and budgets
Demonstrates Our Values (Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance)
Models ethical conduct in all situations
Ability to cultivate and operate in a collaborative team environment
Skilled in conflict resolution across individuals and functional areas
Enjoys working with a large, diverse team to accomplish projects as a unified group
Ability to lead through influence
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and innovative
Detail-oriented with problem-solving skills
Works well in a team environment (both in person and virtual)
Focus on process improvement, training, and mentoring others
Adaptable to change
Preferred
5+ years of experience with a vertically integrated electric utility is highly preferred
Experience working with Southern Company BPO, EMS, Fleet, TCC, &/or DCC is highly preferred
A bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science or a related field is preferred, with an advanced degree a plus
Relevant industry certifications, such as PMP or PM certifications, are a plus
PE Certification is a plus
Knowledge and experience of Bulk Power Operations and Fleet Operations is a plus
Knowledge and experience of Renewables, DER, DR/DSM programs is a plus
Knowledge and experience with DER forecasting, economic dispatching and/or grid optimization is a plus
Knowledge of Georgia Power and Southern Company construction practices, guidelines, and procedures is preferred
Strong knowledge and experience with DERs and DERMS is preferred
Strong knowledge and experience with SCADA and ADMS systems is preferred
Experience with OT and TO system integrations and implementations is a plus
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
Additional compensation, such as an incentive program
Company
Georgia Power Company
Georgia Power provides electric power and energy services to Georgia businesses and residents. It is a sub-organization of Southern Company.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$860MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-10-21Grant· $160M
2023-11-07Debt Financing· $700M
2023-09-06Grant
Leadership Team
Latanza Adjei
SVP Customer Experience
Recent News
2025-12-15
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