Distributed Generation Renewable Project Coordinator
SCS System Planning – Generation Procurement
- This position will be located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
- Hybrid work schedule (both in-office and telecommute); currently four (4) days in-office and one (1) day telecommute.
- Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance.
- This position will require some travel (day and overnight, up to 25%) and the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service.
JOB SUMMARY
The Distributed Generation (“DG”) Project Coordinator facilitates the interconnection and contracting of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Request for Proposal (RFP) and Customer-Sited programs. The Project Coordinator is responsible for customer and solar developer interaction through all phases of
project consideration. This role is responsible for the collaborative development, implementation and management of RFP/Customer-Sited DG programs and managing Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and/or Interconnection Agreements (IAs). This position works with large and diverse teams across various departments within Southern Company and externally to successfully implement DG projects from initial customer or developer contact through interconnection and billing to achieve commercial operation.
CURRENT CUSTOMER-SITED PROGRAMS
Distributed C&I – Behind the meter solar and/or solar + storage for commercial and industrial customers Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Customer Owned – A supply-side program through which customers can enroll their DER systems for a monthly credit Customer Connected Solar Program (CCSP) – Allows GPC customers to partner with a solar developer to build an onsite/adjacent site solar facility
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as the project manager and primary technical point of contact for RFP/Customer-Sited DG
- programs ensuring that both internal and external stakeholders meet the necessary requirements
- to fulfill contractual and interconnection obligations to customers, developers, and installers
- Draft, interpret, and execute Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Interconnection Agreements (IAs)
- Foster and maintain strong working relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external parties
- 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
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience:
- 4-year accredited BS/BA Degree OR direct experience with project coordination and customer
- interaction
- Demonstrated experience in project management, working directly with customers, renewable
- development and/or regulatory programs preferred
- Experience in the areas of Renewable Development, Power Delivery, regulatory programs, working directly with customers preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- 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
- 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 effectively
- interacting with external and internal stakeholders
- Effective at building and leveraging internal and cross-functional relationships to achieve goals
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 11981
Job Category: Renewable Energy
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
