Customer Energy and Grid Manager

Rhode Island Energy is hiring a Customer Energy and Grid Manager in North Kingstown, RI. The role involves managing daily operations of distribution interconnection processes, supervising a team, and coordinating with stakeholders. Responsibilities include overseeing generator interconnection agreements and ensuring timely responses to requests. Candidates should have a relevant degree and five years of experience in contract management or client relations, along with strong communication skills.
Job Overview

Rhode Island Energy is seeking an experienced Distribution Interconnection Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the daily operations of distribution interconnection processes to support customer requests. You will interact with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, and coordinate with a team of specialists and project managers. Key responsibilities include formal supervision, coaching, and technical guidance of staff to produce high-quality work products that meet business objectives.

Responsibilities
• Manage day-to-day activities of a team of interconnection specialists and project managers.
• Coordinate and oversee the development of generator interconnection agreements between PPL and generator owners/developers.
• Ensure responses to study requests from generator developers are completed within required timeframes.
• Participate in quarterly DG meetings and webinars to maintain awareness of issues and proposals related to the planning and interconnection process.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, finance, economics, science, or related discipline.
• Minimum five years of experience in contract management, regulatory, legal, or client/customer relations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of corporate business support applications.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.