Principal Project Manager

Position Summary

Provide industry leadership and consultation in management of the interconnection queue and associated projects. Lead business growth in the project management of transmission and distribution (T&D) consulting initiatives. Identify, track, and support T&D infrastructure development from early phases through implementation.

Essential Functions

Lead the development and implementation of industry best practices with PSED projects and interconnection queue management. Engage EROs, developers, public and investor-owned utility planning, and other relevant organizations to grow PSED business. Grow business and major accounts in support of the division objectives. Lead interaction with developers, financers, and key stakeholders of renewable energy, inverter-based resources, non-wires alternatives, and other forms of transmission and generation resources through all relevant project phases. Collaborate with all stakeholders involved in interconnection queue management from initial kick-off meeting to signing of the interconnection agreement. Document and report project milestones, quality requirements, scheduling requirements and meeting needs. Perform project follow-up activities as required. Identify, track and expedite resolutions to project delays and problems. Organize and manage proposal activities in response to customer specifications, RFPs / RFQs, and information requests. Independently lead offerings and presentations in various markets. Lead activities and expand capabilities for, and direct others in the use of, relevant tools, including CRM, ERP, and project management systems and software. Support forecasting, resources and workflow. Provide feedback to support and improve quality and delivery workflows. Support root cause investigations. Train and mentor others to expand project and interconnection queue management capabilities in existing and new areas. Lead in the continued formation of effective practices, capabilities and tools. Lead the development of papers and articles for publication in professional society journals and trade magazines, and for presentation at professional society meetings, industry conferences, and trade exhibitions. Recommend new and revised policies and procedures. Further the goals and positive, professional image of PSED through interaction with other MEPPI departments and vendors. Know MEPPI’s Quality, Safety, and Environmental Policies. Be able to fully discuss the importance of these policies and how they impact work.

Qualifications

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent discipline with a minimum 10 years of experience with power systems and project management, or equivalent education and experience. Advanced knowledge of EROs, developers, and public and investor-owned utility business planning flow as related to initial feasibility, planning, engineering, implementation, and operations stages. Advanced knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and resource/capacity/strategy assessment. Advanced knowledge of industry standards and guides (FERC, NERC, and related societies). Intermediate knowledge of asset and operations management, environmental policy and system hardening. Intermediate knowledge of electric utility system interconnection/planning. Advanced organization, presentation, communication and technical writing skills. Advanced analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to work in a team environment and on numerous projects simultaneously. Advanced computer skills with emphasis on MS Office products, project management tools, and ERP/CRM systems.