Energy Efficiency - Project Manager

Socket.dev; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Company is seeking a data-savvy analyst to support Demand Side Management program evaluation and regulatory filings across GPC, APC and MPC. You will ensure compliance with PSC orders, lead EM&V activities, and coordinate data requests with internal partners and vendors.

The role requires strong Excel, Power BI, SQL, and Python skills, plus experience with regulatory processes and program evaluation in energy efficiency. Some travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in a relevant field.
• Experience with regulatory filings and data requests is ideal.
• Strong Excel and data analytics skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation efforts for DSM programs with focus on IRP compliance.
• Support IRP DSM filing, witness prep and data requests.
• Lead RFP efforts for DSM program implementation and design.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver DSM performance data.
• Manage contracts, budgets and vendor relationships.

Skills

Regulatory filings

EM&V

Power BI

SQL

Python

Excel advanced

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Analytics, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Finance, Data Science, or related field

Master's Degree is a plus

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Python

SAS

Job description

Job Summary

This role will be responsible for supporting the Southern Company Energy Efficiency Design and Evaluation team by ensuring timely and accurate support of Demand Side Management (DSM) regulatory activities as it relates to program design, and certified program compliance with the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) for Georgia Power (GPC), Alabama Power (APC) and Mississippi Power (MPC) as ordered by the respective Public Service Commission (PSC) or other regulatory bodies. In addition to these responsibilities, this role will assist in supporting and leading program evaluations of DSM programs, to ensure compliance with the respective PSC orders. Additionally, this position will support the day-to-day requirements needed to deliver program performance at a system level, including working with internal operating company’s reporting partners, program implementation teams and third-party vendors to ensure DSM program performance is being met. Finally, this role will assist in managing various data requests (including IRP data requests)- and support needs associated with various collaborative groups/processes, as well as leadership requests on an ongoing basis. It may also require serving as a lead for a team of analysts as needed and warranted by energy efficiency leadership. The role also has opportunities to perform cost benefit analysis of mass market DER use cases, research peer utility program offerings and industry developments and serve as a strong internal resource on mass market dispatchable DER/DR technology offerings, functionality, and costs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Analytics, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Finance, Data Science, or a related field required. Master's Degree is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in Energy Efficiency, DSM, Utility Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Pricing & Planning, Accounting/Finance, Business Analytics, and/or Energy Industry-related functions.
• Ideal candidate will have experience with regulatory filings and data requests
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills are required.
• Travel in-state and nationally required up to 25% of the time.
• Experience with program evaluation, measurement and verification Evaluation, Measurement & Verification (EM&V), utility reporting, or performance analytics preferred.
• Knowledge of utility operations, regulatory processes, demand-side management programs, or integrated resource planning is preferred.
• Experience performing economic, cost-effectiveness, market, or business case analyses preferred.
• Knowledge of distributed energy resources (DERs), demand response, electrification technologies, or emerging energy technologies is preferred.
• Experience managing projects, contracts, vendors, or cross-functional initiatives preferred.
• Must have strong problem solving and analytical skills and a propensity to learn.
• Must be self-motivated and have ability to use internal and external resources to learn on-the-job.
• Flexibility on the job and the ability to work on several tasks to meet various deadlines and support overall team needs is imperative.
• Must demonstrate the ability to discern what tasks are a priority and practice time management to effectively meet deadlines.
• Experience researching and evaluating large amounts of data and evaluating desired products and services.
• Experience working on time-sensitive projects with the degree of understanding and skills needed to produce quality products.
• Must have ability to work with cross functional teams to complete deliverables, provide necessary updates and support team needs.
• Working knowledge of Request for Proposal (RFP) processes, including contractor/vendor solicitation, proposal evaluation, and selection activities.Supply Chain contract development experience desired.
• Advanced knowledge in Excel, with an ability to work with statistical, financial, and collaborative functions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office solutions, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams, is a must.
• Experience with Power BI, SQL, Python, SAS, or other data analytics tools is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, as well as the ability to convey information in a manner that is communicable at all levels and thrive in a team environment is a must.
• Ability to interface with all levels of leadership.
• Ability to perform all responsibilities consistent with Southern Company Values.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsibilities are not limited to the following and are subject to change per business needs.
• Lead and/or support evaluation efforts for certified DSM programs for the system, with a focus on GPC’s certified DSM programs. This includes but isn’t limited to reviewing and approving of Evaluation, Measurement & Verification (EM&V) and reports, facilitating and leading training sessions, meetings and readouts, tracking and providing updates to internal partners, leadership and external stakeholders and ensuring results and feedback are communicated and incorporated where applicable.
• Support GPC’s Integrated Resource Planning (IRP), DSM filing, including but not limited to program design efforts, witness preparation, development of briefing and issue cards and completion of data requests.
• Lead RFP efforts resulting from GPC’s IRP order to support implementation, evaluation and design of certified DSM programs.
• Facilitate system wide contracting across vendors where applicable to promote efficiencies and cost-effectiveness.
• Support GPC, APC and MPC on DSM program filing, design and/or evaluation efforts and additional DSM requests as needed and per leadership guidance.
• Manage team finances, including but limited to tracking spend across team-managed budgets and contracts, accruing and reconciling expenses, and managing contracts based on available balances and planned work.
• Review external DSM reporting, such as NERC, ACEEE and EIA, from GPC, APC and MPC to ensure consistency.
• Work with internal partners to gather, update and present DSM performance data on a system level on a periodic and as needed basis.
• Continuously identify and support process improvement where applicable

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE:SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. 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.

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