Generation Development Specialist

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better, and communities stronger. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation’s largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines connecting the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About The Opportunity

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Akron, Ohio with FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. The Generation Development Specialist will support the strategy, planning, outreach, management, and execution of large-scale, new power generation projects as part of the Generation Project Development team.

Responsibilities

• Provide updates to leadership and the project team on project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Identify potential risks and work with stakeholders to develop mitigation strategies related to project development and construction practices.
• Track and report on project performance metrics, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Provide project status reports and support the organization of emergent information requests.
• Ensure compliance with federal (e.g., FERC), regional (e.g., NERC), and state regulatory requirements.
• Assist with the regulatory, permitting, and grid interconnection processes to ensure projects are completed on time without roadblocks.
• Facilitate Generation Project Development and Supply Chain procurement efforts as needed.
• Work collaboratively with internal (finance, operations, external affairs, etc.) and external stakeholders to align project goals and deliverables.
• Participate in cross-functional teams with engineering, finance, regulatory, construction, and external development partners.
• Self-perform audits of completed projects to evaluate gaps in tools or processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Risk, Construction Management, or related field is required, along with 4+ years of related work experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years of direct, related experience will be considered.
• Analytical and quantitative skills with demonstrated ability to proactively identify complex challenges or roadblocks and make results-driven recommendations.
• Ability to identify process improvements and efficiencies, and support implementation to improve work processes.
• Delivers quality, accurate work within established deadlines.
• Advanced interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Prepares and delivers presentations for a variety of audiences.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Working knowledge of SAP, Power BI, Primavera/P6, and Risk Management/Project Management tools is a plus.
• Works safely according to company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus incentive compensation.
• Company-sponsored pension plan.
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution.
• Choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs.
• Skills development training with tuition reimbursement.

FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.