Operations Compliance Project Manager

American Transmission Co.; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric utility provider is seeking an experienced Operations Compliance Project Manager in Pewaukee, WI. The ideal candidate will lead compliance initiatives and ensure alignment with industry standards. Responsibilities include oversight of regulatory compliance, internal controls, and cross-functional collaboration. Requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of industry experience. This position offers a full-time schedule and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the energy industry or in regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Compliance Coordinator for Mandatory Reliability Standards.
• Monitor regulatory updates from external entities.
• Lead responses to compliance audits and checks.
• Plan and execute departmental initiatives.

Skills

Industry Knowledge

Communication & Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Initiative Management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, business, or a related field

Job description

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Operations Compliance Project Manager

Apply locations Pewaukee, WI Cottage Grove, WI time type Full time posted on Posted 12 Days Ago job requisition id R0002548

Summary of Responsibilities:

Join a Great Place to Work! We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Operations Compliance Project Manager to ensure that our System Operations department remains aligned with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in reliability and risk management. This role plays a critical part in supporting operational excellence through compliance leadership, internal control development, and cross-functional initiative management.

Essential Responsibilities:

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Compliance Leadership

• Serve as the Compliance Coordinator for Mandatory Reliability Standards (NERC 693) specific to System Operations.

• Proactively deliver expert guidance by integrating a comprehensive understanding of the electric industry, ATC’s System Operations, and compliance requirements.

• Monitor and assess regulatory updates from key external entities including NERC, FERC, Regional Entities, and Reliability Coordinators.

• Lead ATC’s response to self-certifications, spot checks, on-site audits, and mitigation activities in accordance with the NERC Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program (CMEP).

• Drive the interpretation, implementation, and communication of new and revised compliance standards and requirements.

Process Assessment and Improvement

• Assess and support updates to departmental processes to align with evolving industry practices and compliance obligations.

• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to document and maintain effective internal controls and procedures.

• Lead internal and external peer reviews of System Operations practices and processes.

• Assist with event analyses and oversee project activities related to corrective actions.

Initiative & Project Management

• Plan, lead, and execute departmental initiatives that support compliance and operational integrity.

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment across departments and manage risk effectively.

• Track progress, manage competing priorities, and drive initiatives to timely and successful completion.

• Coordinate and lead meetings, providing regular updates to stakeholders and resolve issues as they arise.

Communication & Representation

• Serve as a key communicator of industry changes, compliance updates, and internal expectations.

• Represent System Operations on ATC’s corporate compliance core team and collaborate with external entities on compliance issues.

• Support the Operations Training Program and ensure procedures reinforce compliance and internal control expectations.

• Translate technical standards and requirements into clear, actionable guidance for internal stakeholders.

What You Bring to the Role

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, business, or a related field—or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the energy industry or in a regulatory compliance role.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of, or willingness to quickly learn, current and evolving electric industry operations and compliance practices.

• Communication & Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to engage and influence stakeholders across all levels.

• Attention to Detail: Excellent organizational skills, especially with tracking timelines, documenting controls, and managing complex projects.

• Initiative Management: Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, manage multiple projects, and work both independently and cross-functionally.

• Adaptability: Able to work under pressure and navigate evolving regulatory landscapes and operational challenges.

ATC embraces flexibility in our work and our workplace. We trust our employees to get work done where and when it makes sense, depending on the schedule for the day and the needs of the business.

If you enjoy leading, motivating, and influencing internal and external stakeholders to meet compliance specifications and expectations, bring your positive energy to ATC!

Number of Openings Available:

1

Posting Date:

2025-07-17

Time Type:

Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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ATC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to foster diverse teams of talented people working safely together. We respect and embrace diversity of all aspects and hire, train and promote employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with a disability to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to anycharacteristic protected by law.

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ATC is a transmission-only electric utility that helps keep the lights on, businesses running and communities strong in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois. As owner and operator of more than 9,530 miles of transmission lines and 530 substations, we help meet the electric needs of more than 5 million people in our service area.