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Posted: 05/05/20252025-05-052025-06-13Employment Type:ContractJob Category:Construction ManagementJob Number: 633848Is job remote?: No
Job Description
NERC Program Manager
The IBR-NERC Program Manager is responsible for the planning, scheduling, and management of resources needed for the analysis and implementation of activities associated with NERC Reliability Standards for existing solar sites. This role requires comprehensive knowledge and experience with regulations PRC-028, PRC-029, and PRC-030. Resumes should specifically call out any experience with PRC-028, 029, and 030 as that is highly sought.
Key Responsibilities:
• Planning and Scheduling: Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules for compliance with NERC Reliability Standards.
• Resource Management: Allocate and manage resources efficiently to ensure timely analysis and implementation of compliance activities.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all activities meet the requirements of PRC-028, PRC-029, and PRC-030 standards.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to provide updates on project progress and compliance status.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of all compliance activities and reports.
• Training: Provide training and support to team members on NERC standards and compliance procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in compliance management.
Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, with a focus on NERC Reliability Standards and solar energy sites.
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of NERC standards, specifically PRC-028, PRC-029, and PRC-030.
• Project Management Skills: Proven ability to plan, schedule, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
Key Regulations Candidate Must Know:
• PRC-028, Disturbance Monitoring and Reporting Requirements for Inverter-Based Resources
o Manage resources to conduct assessments of site equipment for compliance criteria
o Develop and implement corrective action plans to meet compliance by the due dates approved by FERC and NERC
o Provide documentation of equipment capabilities
• PRC-029, Frequency and Voltage Ride-Through Requirements for Inverter-Based Resources
o Manage resources to conduct compliance assessments of each applicable solar facility
? Document equipment capabilities and limitations
? Manage resources to develop and conduct modeled simulations of expected facility behavior in reference to PRC-029 requirements
• Ensure documentation is provided
o Develop and implement corrective action plans to meet compliance by the due dates approved by FERC and NERC
• PRC-030, Unexpected Inverter-Based Resource Event Mitigation
o Support Renewables with design and installation of necessary equipment to provide data in support of compliance analysis requirements.
Work Environment:
The NERC Program Manager will work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, often coordinating with multiple departments and stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This role may require occasional travel to solar sites and industry conferences.
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