Generation Interconnection Sr Manager

Overview:

Who We Are

As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $169,200 to $188,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Responsibilities:

Primary Purpose of Position

The Generation Interconnection Senior Manager serves as lead in coordinating the interconnection and energization of new megawatts in competitive wholesale markets for Constellation. The Generation Interconnection Senior Manager collaborates across the business to compile the technical packages required for successful queue applications and advancement of projects through RTO/ISO generation interconnection processes. The Generation Interconnection Senior Manager also supports Constellation’s advocacy work providing guidance on RTO/ISO interconnection rules, including changes to rules as well as opportunities for expedited interconnection. This position reports directly to the VP, Wholesale Market Development.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

- Lead and provide strategic direction for the interconnection and energization of Constellation’s new megawatts in competitive wholesale markets. Drive alignment with corporate growth objectives and market positioning.

- Primary responsibility for overseeing large projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, this includes robust controls through project design and execution.

- Responsible for maintaining collaborative relationships between Constellation, RTOs/ISOs, and transmission owners Job Title Generation Interconnection Sr Manager Job Code CNREK to effectively lead the generation interconnection process including submission of projects into interconnection queues and management of the study process.

- Accountable for coordination across engineering, legal, finance, and commercial teams. Responsible for obtaining senior management approvals as necessary to maintain all developed milestones. Strong leadership and interdepartmental coordination skills, financial management, and project scheduling core competencies.

- Drive operational readiness by aligning engineering, construction, and procurement activities to deliver on-time commercial operations following execution of interconnection agreements. Ensure development milestone achievement, oversee acquisition of necessary federal, state, local licenses and permits and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Responsible for ensuring senior leadership remains informed of milestone accomplishment and project risks.

- Effective and influential external representative of Constellation and any projects to RTOs/ISOs, transmission owners, relevant federal, state, and local authorities, business partners, vendors, and other stakeholders. Provide guidance on RTO/ISO interconnection rules, including changes to rules as well as opportunities for expedited interconnection.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or related field

- 10 years of professional experience with at least 4 years in the energy or utility industry

- Proficient knowledge of RTO/ISO rules regarding interconnection processes

- Large scale project management experience

- Ability to coordinate, collaborate, and execute across multiple teams both internal and external

- Oral and written communication and relationship building skills with a strong attention to detail

- Proven leadership skills

- Ability to effectively communicate complex recommendations to a variety of audiences, including Senior Management

- Ability to positively represent the company externally to a variety of stakeholders

- Ability to create practical solutions to complex problems through collaboration

- Understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements related to energy project development

Qualifications:

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Master of Business Administration (MBA)

- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

- Expertise in interconnection transmission-related matters arising in the Eastern Interconnection.

- System planning experience

- Engineering and procurement experience