CEO, Grid Modernization Engine — Carolinas

The University of North Carolina; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte seeks a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead the NSF Regional Innovation Engine for grid modernization in the Carolinas. The role requires establishing strategy, building a high performing team, and forging partnerships across academia, utilities, government, and industry.

You will oversee NSF funding implementation, ensure compliance, and serve as the public face of the initiative.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Progressive executive leadership in alliances, coalitions, or innovation districts.
• Experience managing large budgets and scaling organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead vision, strategy, and scalable grid modernization initiatives.
• Build operating structures, processes, and leadership team.
• Cultivate multi-sector coalitions and govern relations.
• Oversee external fundraising and regional partnerships.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Coalition building

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Team-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte seeks a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead the NSF Regional Innovation Engine for grid modernization in the Carolinas. The role requires establishing strategy, building a high performing team, and forging partnerships across academia, utilities, government, and industry.

You will oversee NSF funding implementation, ensure compliance, and serve as the public face of the initiative.