Regulated Generation & Infra Development Lead

AEP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 137,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual incentive

401(k) plan

Pension

Health insurance

Vacation

Educational assistance

Job summary

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (AEP) is seeking a Regulated Infrastructure Development Manager in Columbus, OH to lead across the generation asset development lifecycle. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, supervising cross‑functional teams, and negotiating Power Purchase Agreements to support the Integrated Resource Plan.

You will manage the RFP process, coordinate due diligence, and ensure regulatory approvals while collaborating with engineering, legal, finance, and commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a relevant field. Graduate degree a plus.
• Seven (7) years’ experience with an electric utility or energy marketing firm with at least two years’ experience in a commercial role.
• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).
• Proficient in discounted cash flow modeling and the ability to clearly articulate impacts of risks.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue generation asset investment opportunities, including analysis, due diligence, screening and negotiation/execution of asset and power purchase agreements.
• Lead or oversee a team of internal SMEs and external consultants to drive successful transactions.
• Negotiate high-value contracts ($10M–$500M) for new generation resources.
• Develop and structure RFPs within IRP framework, manage RFP content, Q&A, proposals, and due diligence data.
• Support regulatory approval processes, provide SME testimony and participate in hearings as required.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align with IRP goals and regulatory expectations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Accounting skills

Communication

Discounted cash flow modeling

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering

Graduate degree a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER (AEP) is seeking a Regulated Infrastructure Development Manager in Columbus, OH to lead across the generation asset development lifecycle. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, supervising cross‑functional teams, and negotiating Power Purchase Agreements to support the Integrated Resource Plan.

You will manage the RFP process, coordinate due diligence, and ensure regulatory approvals while collaborating with engineering, legal, finance, and commercial teams.