Interconnection Project Manager (U-S)

Position Summary

The Interconnection Project Manager (Utility-Scale) will play a crucial role in managing the interconnection portfolio for New Leaf Energy. This includes coordinating interconnection efforts between various departments and regions, ensuring compliance with FERC regulations and ISO-specific processes.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead critical path planning and tactical management for application window submissions
• Develop a strong understanding of New Leaf Energy’s utility-scale value stream map and development strategy
• Lead new market entry interconnection due diligence and research
• Create and maintain ISO/region-specific project management infrastructure
• Read/understand project documents and track key performance metrics
• Manage ISO/Transmission interconnection process to FERC regulations and ISO-specific processes
• Daily portfolio management of all active interconnection applications across multiple ISOs and services territories
• Manage project level disputes and negotiate positive outcomes with utilities
• Engage in ISO-level policy discussions and participate in ISO- and FERC-level policy working groups
• Follow ISO-level interconnection issues and report back to team leads

Desired Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience, with preference given to those with energy and direct electric utility experience
• Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering, Policy, Finance, Business, Environmental Science, or Project Management preferred)
• Strong project management, reporting, and technical skills, preferably in Salesforce and Smartsheet/Microsoft Project. PMP certification preferred
• Excitement about growing along with a fast-paced, dynamic company; comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefined

Compensation

New Leaf Energy compensates all employees in three ways: market-competitive base salary, plus above-market variable compensation, plus an equity-like program such that all employees experience the benefits of ownership. The likely base salary range for this position in the Boston location is $113,704 to $132,142. The on-target annual cash bonus associated with this position is an additional 20% percent of base salary. Your actual salary may be above, in, or below this range, depending on your location and experience.

Benefits And Culture

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision
• A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute)
• An open and self-managed paid time-off policy
• A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week
• A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire
• Professional development and education assistance

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

New Leaf Energy values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. We’re actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the clean energy industry.

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters

New Leaf Energy’s People + Culture team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. New Leaf Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the People + Culture team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of New Leaf Energy. New Leaf Energy is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.