Strategic Director, Economic & Large-Load Forecasting

American Electric Power; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 160,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Director of Economic & Large Load Forecasting to coordinate strategic forecasting for data centers, manufacturing, and other growth opportunities. The role requires strong communication skills to influence leaders across the organization and drive timely decisions.

You will own governance processes, deliver executive-ready insights, and partner with stakeholders to align forecast trends with capital, regulatory, and customer commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in economics or business administration required.
• Minimum 10 years of load or fundamental forecasting experience in utility industry.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Large Load Governance: track and communicate large-load growth across AEP's operating companies.
• Executive Communications & Strategic Reporting: communicate forecast outlook to RTOs, regulators, investors, and leaders.
• Economic & Large Load Forecasting Leadership: oversee forecasting activities, methodologies, and data governance.
• Prepare materials for senior leadership, board materials, and enterprise scorecards.

Skills

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

PowerPoint

Excel

Power BI

Forecasting methodologies

Regulatory affairs

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Economic analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Economics or Business Administration

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Director of Economic & Large Load Forecasting to coordinate strategic forecasting for data centers, manufacturing, and other growth opportunities. The role requires strong communication skills to influence leaders across the organization and drive timely decisions.

You will own governance processes, deliver executive-ready insights, and partner with stakeholders to align forecast trends with capital, regulatory, and customer commitments.