Distributed Generation Renewable Project Manager

Distributed Generation Renewable Project Manager SCS System Planning – Generation Procurement

This position will be located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.

• Location:
  
  GPC Headquarters, Atlanta, GA.
• Hybrid work schedule: 4 days in office, 1 day telecommute.
• Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance.
• Requires travel up to 25% (day and overnight) and ability to work in a remote/virtual environment with internet service.

The Distributed Generation (“DG”) Project Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end execution of customer‑sited distributed energy projects, including solar and storage interconnections. This role serves as the primary point of contact for customers, developers, and installers, ensuring projects progress efficiently through all phases of consideration. Responsibilities include the collaborative development, implementation, and management of customer‑sited DG programs and the management of Interconnection Agreements (IAs) and/or Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).

This position works with large and diverse teams across various departments within Southern Company and externally to implement DG projects from initial contact through interconnection and billing to achieve permission to operation or commercial operation.

• Distributed Commercial & Industrial (“DCI”):
  Behind the meter solar and/or solar + storage for commercial and industrial customers.
• Customer Connected Solar Program (CCSP):
  Allows GPC customers to partner with a solar developer to build an onsite/adjacent site solar facility.
• Solar + Storage Pilot for C&I:
  Enables customers to install behind‑the‑meter solar and battery systems and receive compensation for providing energy and grid services in coordination with Georgia Power.

• Act as the project manager and primary technical point of contact for Customer‑Sited DG programs, ensuring internal and external stakeholders meet contractual and interconnection obligations.
• Provide guidance on application requirements, program eligibility, and next steps to ensure projects progress without delays.
• Draft, interpret, and execute Interconnection Agreements (IAs) and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
• Foster and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external parties.
• Maintain proactive communication with all stakeholders on project status, milestones, and issues impacting schedule or scope.
• Take ownership and responsibility for quality control of all PPA and IA contracts.
• Identify and implement process improvements and program enhancements utilizing customer and developer feedback.
• Support after‑hours storm restoration efforts as needed.

• 4‑year accredited BS/BA degree OR direct experience with project management and customer interaction.
• Demonstrated experience in project management, customer interaction, renewable development, and/or regulatory programs preferred.
• Experience in Renewable Development, Power Delivery, regulatory programs, working directly with customers preferred.

• Proven or demonstrated leadership, effective communication, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proven problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and prioritize work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Proven project management experience with the ability to lead complex projects from initiation through completion by managing scope, schedule, stakeholder communication, and risk to deliver high‑quality results.
• Ability to learn interconnection policies, program guidelines, and IA/PPA documentation for proper execution and administration of program requirements.
• Experience managing multiple projects, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, and interacting with external and internal stakeholders.
• Effective at building and leveraging internal and cross‑functional relationships to achieve goals.

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