Strategic Director, Economic & Large-Load Forecasting

AEP Service Corporation

United States

On-site

USD 160,000 - 209,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Director of Economic & Large Load Forecasting to coordinate and advise on large-load opportunities across data centers, manufacturing, and other growth projects. You will influence stakeholders, own governance for tracking opportunities, and ensure leaders have timely information to decision-make and maintain speed-to-power.

The role provides leadership for forecasting activities, collaborates with planning, strategy, and regulatory affairs, and aims to

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in economics or business administration.
Minimum ten years of relevant forecasting or economic development experience in utilities or related sectors.

Responsibilities

Own governance processes for tracking and communicating large-load growth across operating companies.
Partner with leadership to address planning, risks, and regulatory implications of large loads.
Develop executive communications and recurring enterprise-wide reporting.
Present forecast insights to senior leadership, regulators, and investors.
Lead and support scenario analysis and strategic planning for emerging demand.