Interconnection Project Manager (U-S)

NextGenEnergyJobs; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with company match

Competitive salaries and benefits

Open paid time-off policy

Professional development assistance

Parental leave policy

Job summary

New Leaf Energy is seeking a project manager to join their team in Boston, MA, focusing on utility-scale interconnection projects. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience in energy sectors.

The role involves leading interconnection applications, coordinating with multiple stakeholders, and building relationships within ISO markets. The company offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work location policy.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience, preferably in energy and direct electric utility.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and able to build and iterate in dynamic situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead critical path planning and tactical management for application window submissions.
• Manage ISO/Transmission interconnection process according to regulations.
• Track key performance metrics in each ISO/region.

Skills

Project management

Strong organizational skills

Technical interpretation

Stakeholder relationship building

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Policy, Finance, Business, Environmental Science, or Project Management

Tools

Salesforce

Smartsheet/Microsoft Project

Job description

New Leaf Energy compensates all employees in three ways: market-competitive base salary, plus above-market variable compensation, plus an equity-like program such that all employees experience the benefits of ownership.

Key Responsibilities

In this role you will play an integral role in the performance of our utility‑scale interconnection portfolio. These may include, and are not limited to, the management of projects in CAISO, NYISO, ISO‑NE, PJM, TVA, MISO, and SPP. The ideal candidate will have very strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate interconnection‑related efforts between Engineering, Project Finance, Accounting, and Operations. You will possess a technical skill set that enables accurate interpretation of utility feedback and an understanding of the implications on development, engineering and construction efforts. You should have the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in these markets, while also being able to maintain a strategic perspective on the holistic interconnection environment on a regional basis.

• Lead critical path planning and tactical management for application window submissions (for portfolio of projects);
• Develop a strong understanding of New Leaf Energy’s utility‑scale value stream map (development process) and development strategy;
• Lead new market entry interconnection due diligence and research, including process implementation and entrepreneurial problem‑solving skills;
• Create and maintain ISO/region‑specific project management infrastructure;
• Read/understand project documents (line diagrams, layouts, datasheets, site control docs, etc.);
• Track and report on key performance metrics in each ISO/region;
• Serve as the ISO interconnection process subject matter (utility behavior/ISO Tariff guidelines) expert for PD’s, serve as a consultant to assist with strategic planning;
• Manage ISO/Transmission interconnection process to FERC regulations and ISO‑specific processes (portfolios of projects submitted into study windows/clusters through MIPA sale);
• Daily portfolio management of all active interconnection applications across multiple ISOs and services territories;
• Actively monitor ISO performance to identify risks to any project’s critical path, and elevate issues autonomously;
• Coordinate interconnection activities: Direct ISO RFIs to appropriate internal parties, and manage internal response to performance and lead time targets;
• Understand both internal and external project milestones and their implications to the overall project schedule;
• Assist in onboarding and managing third‑party consultants;
• Create and maintain long‑term relationships with ISO contacts;
• Handle project level disputes and successfully negotiate positive outcomes with utilities;
• Interact with New Leaf Energy’s policy team to provide support and insight into specific interconnection processes;
• Engage in ISO‑level policy discussions;
• Participate in ISO‑ and FERC‑level policy working groups when required;
• Follow ISO‑level interconnection issues and report back to team leads;
• Provide guidance for market participation strategy.

Requirements

While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes. If you’re unsure whether you meet enough of the qualifications below but believe that your experience and skill set is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply!

• 4+ years of relevant experience, with preference given to those with energy and direct electric utility experience;
• Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Policy, Finance, Business, Environmental Science, or Project Management preferred);
• Strong project management, reporting and technical skills, preferably in Salesforce and Smartsheet/Microsoft Project. PMP certification preferred;
• Excitement about growing along with a fast‑paced, dynamic company; comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefined.

New Leaf Energy’s success is driven by our collaborative, long‑term relationships based on trust and transparency. We offer a flexible work environment that places significant responsibility in independent teams and creates opportunities for innovation and personal growth. New Leaf Energy’s benefits are designed to appropriately recognize our employees’ contributions and enable a reasonable work/life balance. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision;
• A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute);
• An open and self‑managed paid time‑off policy;
• A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week;
• A parental leave policy for both birthing and non‑birthing parents, available immediately upon hire;
• Professional development and education assistance.