Renewable Procurement Project Coordinator - Atlanta (multiple positions)

Atlanta, GA, United States

Renewable Procurement Project Coordinator (multiple positions)

SCS System Planning – Generation Procurement

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

PLEASE NOTE This posting serves to fill multiple Project Coordinator positions within the group. We are open to considering all levels of experience, provided you meet the basic qualifications as outlined below.

JOB SUMMARY

The Distributed Generation (“DG”) Project Coordinator facilitates the interconnection of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) including DG Request for Proposals (RFP), Customer-Sited programs, and Qualifying Facilities (QF).

This role is responsible for the collaborative development, implementation and management of 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 GPC and externally to successfully implement DG projects from initial customer contact through interconnection, billing, until final commercial operation.

The DG Team currently has a hybrid work schedule and works in the office (241 Ralph McGill) weekly on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a project manager and primary interface for Power Purchase Agreements and/or Interconnection Agreements to ensure customers or third-party developers maintain requirements necessary to fulfill PPA & IA obligations and internal departments respond promptly so that projects meet required contractual and construction obligations.

Serve as a project manager and primary interface for customer programs and Interconnection Agreements (IAs) to ensure third-party installers maintain requirements necessary to fulfill IA obligations and

Serve as liaison with internal departments to ensure a prompt response so that projects meet required contractual and construction obligations.

Serve as a project manager and primary interface for DG programs to ensure internal and external stakeholders meet requirements to fulfill contractual and construction obligations.

Effectively communicate routine updates of project schedules, costs, and other matters to customers/developers, internal partners, and management. Solve complex problems regarding DG program participation, contracting, and interconnection.

Ensure high quality of work, attention to detail, and high level of external effectiveness. Provide input on quality control and process improvements, program enhancements, workflow management tools, etc.

Assist DG team leadership with general support of renewable programs including accurately tracking projects and spend, assisting with program communication, preparing documents, updating processes and more.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

4-year accredited BS/BA Degree OR direct experience with project coordination and customer interaction

Additional consideration given for master’s degree and/or relevant industry certifications (PE, CEM, PMP, etc.)

Experience:

Prior experience in project management, leading project teams, working directly with customers, contract administration and/or economic evaluations preferred.

Customer service, metering, project management, distribution policies, renewable development, and regulatory compliance

Power delivery systems, distribution/transmission design requirements, practices, and procedures

Experience in the areas of Renewable Development, regulatory programs, working directly with customers, Power Delivery, and Generation preferred.

Various company information tools (CSS, CIT, DistView, JETS, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Proven or demonstrated leadership, effective communication, and strong interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues and prioritize work effectively.

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.

Behavioral Attributes:

Model Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance

Conduct all activities with a focus on providing superior value to our customers.

Take personal responsibility for projects and customer issues.

Exhibit a positive, "can do" attitude.

Commitment to building and maintaining an Inclusive work environment.

Must exhibit Safety First attitudes and behaviors.

Must place strong emphasis on Operational Excellence and Human Performance concepts.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position can require some travel – approximately 25% per year.

This will include some overnight travel and will be primarily within the Southern Company operating territory (AL, GA, MS)

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Relocation assistance may be available if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance of either Atlanta.

BENEFITS

Competitive Pay

Excellent benefits packages which includes:

Medical and dental coverage

Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan

Performance-sharing plan

401(k) plan with a generous company match

Bonus opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Please submit an updated resume with your application

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 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: 5885

Job Category: Renewable Energy

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services

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