Southern Company

Distributed Generation Renewable Project Manager

Southern Company • $90K — $120K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 4-year accredited BS/BA Degree or equivalent project management experience
  • Demonstrated experience in project management and customer interaction
  • Preferred background in Renewable Development and regulatory programs
  • Strong leadership and effective communication skills
  • Proven problem-solving abilities and troubleshooting skills
  • Experience managing complex projects with stakeholder engagement
  • Ability to learn and execute Interconnection Agreements and Power Purchase Agreements

Responsibilities

  • Act as primary project manager for customer-sited DG programs
  • Provide guidance on application requirements and program eligibility
  • Draft and execute Interconnection Agreements (IAs) and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
  • Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Communicate proactively about project status and milestones
  • Ensure quality control over all PPA and IA contracts
  • Identify and implement process improvements based on feedback

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with a mix of in-office and telecommute
  • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
  • Opportunity for professional development in the renewable energy sector
  • Involvement in diverse customer-sited energy projects
  • Participation in after-hours storm restoration efforts as needed
Full Job Description
Job Description

Distributed Generation Renewable Project Manager

SCS System Planning - Generation Procurement

This position will be located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA

Work Location, Schedule & Travel
  • This position will be located at GPC Headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
  • Hybrid work schedule (both in-office and telecommute); currently four (4) days in-office and one

(1) day telecommute.
  • Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance.
  • This position will require some travel (day and overnight, up to 25%) and the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment with access to internet service.


Job Summary

The Distributed Generation ("DG") Project Manager is responsible for managing the end-to-end execution of customer-sited distributed energy projects, including solar and storage interconnections. This role serves as the primary point of contact for customers, developers, and installers, ensuring projects progress efficiently through all phases of project consideration.

This role is responsible for the collaborative development, implementation and management of CustomerSited DG programs and managing Interconnection Agreements (IAs) and/or Power Purchase Agreements

(PPAs). This position works with large and diverse teams across various departments within Southern Company and externally to successfully implement DG projects from initial customer or installer/developer contact through interconnection and billing to achieve permission to operation or commercial operation.

Current Customer-Sited Programs

Distributed Commercial & Industrial ("DCI") - Behind the meter solar and/or solar + storage for commercial and industrial customers

Customer Connected Solar Program (CCSP) - Allows GPC customers to partner with a solar developer to build an onsite/adjacent site solar facility

Solar + Storage Pilot for C&I - Enables customers to install behind-the-meter solar and battery systems and receive compensation for providing energy and grid services in coordination with Georgia Power

Job Responsibilities
  • Act as the project manager and primary technical point of contact for Customer-Sited DG programs ensuring that both internal and external stakeholders meet the necessary requirements to fulfill contractual and interconnection obligations to customers, developers, and installers
  • Provide guidance on application requirements, program eligibility, and next steps to ensure projects progress without delays
  • Draft, interpret, and execute Interconnection Agreements (IAs) and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
  • Foster and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external parties
  • Maintain proactive communication with all stakeholders (internal and external) on project status, milestones, and issues impacting schedule or scope.
  • Take ownership and responsibility for quality control of all PPA and IA contracts
  • Identify and implement process improvements and program enhancements utilizing customer and developer feedback
  • Support after-hours storm restoration efforts as needed


Job Qualifications

Education & Experience:
  • 4-year accredited BS/BA Degree OR direct experience with project management and customer interaction
  • Demonstrated experience in project management, working directly with customers, renewable development and/or regulatory programs preferred
  • Experience in the areas of Renewable Development, Power Delivery, regulatory programs, working directly with customers preferred


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Proven or demonstrated leadership, effective communication, and strong interpersonal skills
  • Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and prioritize work effectively with minimal supervision
  • Proven project management experience with the ability to lead complex projects from initiation through completion by effectively managing scope, schedule, stakeholder communication and risk delivering high-quality results
  • Ability to learn interconnection policies, program guidelines, and IA/PPA documentation for proper execution and administration of program requirements
  • Experience managing multiple projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and effectively interacting with external and internal stakeholders
  • Effective at building and leveraging internal and cross-functional relationships to achieve goals


About the Team

Southern Company Services

About Southern Company

With 4.4 million customers and more than 42,000 megawatts of generating capacity, Atlanta-based Southern Company is the premier energy company serving the Southeast. A leading U.S. producer of electricity, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states and a growing competitive generation company, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and retail electric prices that are significantly below the national average. Southern Company has been listed the top ranking U.S. electric service provider in customer satisfaction for nine consecutive years by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

Southern Company Careers

Join the dynamic team at Southern Company, a leader in energy innovation and a champion of sustainable practices. As one of the most respected companies in the energy sector, Southern Company offers unparalleled job opportunities that promise not only professional growth but also a commitment to diversity and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

At Southern Company, we are not just about power generation; we are about empowering our team to innovate and lead the industry. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, using your skills to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Southern Company has a place for you. Our wide range of employment options ensures that every team member can find a path that best suits their career ambitions and skills.

Innovate and Lead

Southern Company is at the forefront of technological innovation in the energy sector. Our team members are encouraged to lead projects and initiatives that push the boundaries of what is possible in energy production and management.

Grow and Develop

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted diversity training, leadership workshops, and continuous professional development. Career growth at Southern Company is not just a possibility—it is an expectation.

Be Part of Our Culture

Southern Company’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and inclusion. We celebrate diversity and believe that it drives innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other in achieving personal and professional goals.

Benefits That Go Beyond

Choosing a career at Southern Company means enjoying a range of benefits designed to enrich your life and support your lifestyle. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we ensure our team members are taken care of.

Join Our Team

Ready to power up your career? Explore the job opportunities at Southern Company today. We are actively hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven individuals. Enhance your skills, join a community of innovators, and work towards a sustainable future.

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Learn more about Southern Company
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$77.6 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$20.3 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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