Grid Integration Program Manager

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp! 

This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world. 

What we’re looking for: 

Nexamp is looking to hire a Grid Integration Program Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you will coordinate a portfolio of PV solar grid integration projects, from UIA (pre-NTP) to Permission to Operate (PTO) with other support groups. You will ensure that the overall program stays aligned with business goals and that resources are allocated effectively. You will be responsible for managing interdependencies between projects, ensuring that all are on track for PTO and handling program-level risks and issues.

You will be hybrid out of Chicago, IL. You will report to the Manager, Grid Integration Engineering. 

What you’ll do:  

• Oversee the execution of PV solar grid integration projects within the program from UIA (pre-NTP) to Permission to Operate (PTO).
• Track and follow up weekly on assigned pipeline (pre-NTP) projects with weekly SalesForce updates.
• Coordinate across multiple projects to ensure alignment and manage resource allocation, ensuring no delays due to interdependencies.
• Develop and manage the program roadmap, coordinating multiple project timelines and critical milestones across all projects.
• Drive challenging projects including BESS and behind the meter applications.
• Secure stakeholder approval for PM related SoPs, process efficiency improvement tools and reporting templates.
• Track and manage program-level costs from MC through PTO, ensuring the program stays within the GRIT controlled budget and securing additional/contingency funding as necessary.
• Monitor key project components, including: 
  • Utility Interconnection Application (UIA) & Interconnection Service Agreements (ISA) 
  • Development sets (DevSets) and drawing packages
  • Utility Studies
  • Easements
  • Utility payments
  • Regulatory Permitting
  • Notice to Proceed (NTP)
  • Mechanical Completion (MC)
  • Site Visits
  • Permission to Energie (PTE)
  • Witness testing (WT) or equipment
  • Certificate of Completion (CoC)
  • Permission to Operate (PTO)
  • Project closeout, reconciliation and cross department lessons learned meeting(s)
• Lead risk management efforts at the program level, addressing inter-project risks and escalating issues to senior leadership as needed.
• Develop and publish (via push notifications) % Work Burn Down Charts for applicable projects particularly in Q4.
• Monitor regulatory compliance and ensure all projects meet industry standards, including the NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE 142, UL 1741, UL 2703, IEEE 1547, and OSHA 10 safety requirements.
• Provide strategic oversight and reporting to senior leadership, ensuring that program goals are met, including key performance indicators (KPIs).

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent.
• 3-8 years of developer, construction management, engineering, utility or solar industry experience with a successful track record in project/program management.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications plans.
• Working knowledge of various areas of construction (civil construction, electrical construction, utility construction).
• Knowledge of OSHA Safety standards; OSHA 10 is a minimum requirement.
• Understanding quality control methods and procedures.
• Strong administrative skills including the use of computers, Microsoft Office, SalesForce, Procore, data acquisition systems, SCADA, communications and remote computing.
• Experience in commissioning PV systems and BESS storage is a plus.
• Understanding of medium voltage systems and equipment is a plus.
• Valid and current Driver’s License.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% is required.
• Commitment