Grid Integration Program Manager at Nexamp in Chicago, IL | USD115,000-120,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

regulatory compliance

roadmap management

devsets

bess projects

risk management

grid integration

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.

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.
Develop and manage the program roadmap, coordinating multiple project timelines and critical milestones across all projects.
Development sets (DevSets) and drawing packages
Drive challenging projects including BESS and behind the meter applications.
Track and follow up weekly on assigned pipeline (pre-NTP) projects with weekly SalesForce updates.
Lead risk management efforts at the program level, addressing inter-project risks and escalating issues to senior leadership as needed.
Provide strategic oversight and reporting to senior leadership, ensuring that program goals are met, including key performance indicators (KPIs).
Secure stakeholder approval for PM related SoPs, process efficiency improvement tools and reporting templates.
Oversee the execution of PV solar grid integration projects within the program from UIA (pre-NTP) to Permission to Operate (PTO).
Coordinate across multiple projects to ensure alignment and manage resource allocation, ensuring no delays due to interdependencies.
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.
Develop and publish (via push notifications) % Work Burn Down Charts for applicable projects particularly in Q4.
Monitor key project components, including: Utility Interconnection Application (UIA) & Interconnection Service Agreements (ISA) Development sets (DevSets) and drawing packagesUtility StudiesEasementsUtility paymentsRegulatory PermittingNotice to Proceed (NTP)Mechanical Completion (MC)Site VisitsPermission to Energie (PTE)Witness testing (WT) or equipmentCertificate of Completion (CoC)Permission to Operate (PTO)Project closeout, reconciliation and cross department lessons learned meeting(s)

Requirements

driver’s license

3-8 years

project management

procore

osha 10

b.s. engineering

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

Valid and current Driver’s License.
3-8 years of developer, construction management, engineering, utility or solar industry experience with a successful track record in project/program management.
Working knowledge of various areas of construction (civil construction, electrical construction, utility construction).
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications plans.
Witness testing (WT) or equipment
Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.
Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
Strong administrative skills including the use of computers, Microsoft Office, SalesForce, Procore, data acquisition systems, SCADA, communications and remote computing.
Permission to Operate (PTO)
Knowledge of OSHA Safety standards; OSHA 10 is a minimum requirement.
Experience in commissioning PV systems and BESS storage is a plus.
Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.
Mechanical Completion (MC)
Willingness to travel up to 25% is required.
Certificate of Completion (CoC)
Understanding quality control methods and procedures.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent.
Permission to Energie (PTE)
Notice to Proceed (NTP)
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.
Understanding of medium voltage systems and equipment is a plus.

Benefits

Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, and cell phone reimbursement. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!

The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $115,000 - $120,000. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual bonus programs based on individual and company performance, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). Additionally, you may be eligible to participate in the Company’s stock option plan. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but is not limited to, skills and qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location.

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.

Project closeout, reconciliation and cross department lessons learned meeting(s)
Utility payments

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1 GW solar

Community Solar Capacity

The company operates or is constructing over 1 gigawatt of solar and storage projects across the nation.

$520M capital raise

Funding secured

Secured $520 million to accelerate its national project pipeline and partnerships.

80,000 customers

Households served

Serves approximately 80,000 customers across more than 20 markets, providing access to affordable solar energy.

#1 solar company

Industry recognition

Recognized as the top community solar company in the U.S. by Solar Power World in 2023 for installing over 1 GW of capacity.

Began with a mission to deliver community solar to everyone.
Develops and owns community solar farms, blending clean-energy infrastructure with customer savings and local development.
Projects range from small-scale solar farms to utility-scale arrays, offering discounts up to 20% without credit checks or long-term contracts.
Vertically integrated model manages development, financing, construction, and customer management in-house.
Opened a second headquarters in Chicago in 2024 and plans significant investment in Illinois solar projects.

Culture + Values

One party for financing, construction, and customer management.
We treat each project like our own, minimizing your risk and exposure.
Established partnerships with multiple developers across the United States.
A standardized and streamlined project evaluation methodology which allows for rapid and transparent project acquisitions.
We develop and purchase clean energy assets at any stage in a project's lifecycle.
Help build the future of energy that is clean, simple, and accessible.
We expect that all of our suppliers abide by: Employment is voluntary; Child labor is never used; Working conditions are safe; Harsh or inhumane treatment ... is not tolerated; Local laws are followed and enforced; Sound, environmentally conscious manufacturing processes are followed.

Environment + Sustainability

2022

Carbon Neutral Goal

Aiming to achieve carbon neutrality across operations by a specific year.

2030

Supply Chain Neutral

Aiming to make the entire supply chain carbon neutral by a specific year.

49 Farms

Wildlife Habitats

Certifying a significant number of sites as wildlife habitats.

5 GWh

Energy Storage

Developing or constructing a substantial amount of energy storage capacity.

Native pollinator vegetation on select sites
Sheep grazing to progressively improve the land and lower emissions impact
Onshoring supply chain to reduce scope‑3 emissions and leverage IRA domestic content adder

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe a diverse team brings different perspectives and experiences, thus benefiting our work.
Committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination.
Encourage ideas and decisions from all people.
Equal opportunity employer—no discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Articles

Careers at Nexamp

Our Projects

About Nexamp

Role

Description

regulatory compliance

roadmap management

devsets

bess projects

risk management

grid integration

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.
Develop and manage the program roadmap, coordinating multiple project timelines and critical milestones across all projects.
Development sets (DevSets) and drawing packages
Drive challenging projects including BESS and behind the meter applications.
Track and follow up weekly on assigned pipeline (pre-NTP) projects with weekly SalesForce updates.
Lead risk management efforts at the program level, addressing inter-project risks and escalating issues to senior leadership as needed.
Provide strategic oversight and reporting to senior leadership, ensuring that program goals are met, including key performance indicators (KPIs).
Secure stakeholder approval for PM related SoPs, process efficiency improvement tools and reporting templates.
Oversee the execution of PV solar grid integration projects within the program from UIA (pre-NTP) to Permission to Operate (PTO).
Coordinate across multiple projects to ensure alignment and manage resource allocation, ensuring no delays due to interdependencies.
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.
Develop and publish (via push notifications) % Work Burn Down Charts for applicable projects particularly in Q4.
Monitor key project components, including: Utility Interconnection Application (UIA) & Interconnection Service Agreements (ISA) Development sets (DevSets) and drawing packagesUtility StudiesEasementsUtility paymentsRegulatory PermittingNotice to Proceed (NTP)Mechanical Completion (MC)Site VisitsPermission to Energie (PTE)Witness testing (WT) or equipmentCertificate of Completion (CoC)Permission to Operate (PTO)Project closeout, reconciliation and cross department lessons learned meeting(s)

Requirements

driver’s license

3-8 years

project management

procore

osha 10

b.s. engineering

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

Valid and current Driver’s License.
3-8 years of developer, construction management, engineering, utility or solar industry experience with a successful track record in project/program management.
Working knowledge of various areas of construction (civil construction, electrical construction, utility construction).
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications plans.
Witness testing (WT) or equipment
Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.
Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
Strong administrative skills including the use of computers, Microsoft Office, SalesForce, Procore, data acquisition systems, SCADA, communications and remote computing.
Permission to Operate (PTO)
Knowledge of OSHA Safety standards; OSHA 10 is a minimum requirement.
Experience in commissioning PV systems and BESS storage is a plus.
Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.
Mechanical Completion (MC)
Willingness to travel up to 25% is required.
Certificate of Completion (CoC)
Understanding quality control methods and procedures.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent.
Permission to Energie (PTE)
Notice to Proceed (NTP)
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.
Understanding of medium voltage systems and equipment is a plus.

Benefits

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.

Project closeout, reconciliation and cross department lessons learned meeting(s)
Utility payments

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1 GW solar

Community Solar Capacity

The company operates or is constructing over 1 gigawatt of solar and storage projects across the nation.

$520M capital raise

Funding secured

Secured $520 million to accelerate its national project pipeline and partnerships.

80,000 customers

Households served

Serves approximately 80,000 customers across more than 20 markets, providing access to affordable solar energy.

#1 solar company

Industry recognition

Recognized as the top community solar company in the U.S. by Solar Power World in 2023 for installing over 1 GW of capacity.

Began with a mission to deliver community solar to everyone.
Develops and owns community solar farms, blending clean-energy infrastructure with customer savings and local development.
Projects range from small-scale solar farms to utility-scale arrays, offering discounts up to 20% without credit checks or long-term contracts.
Vertically integrated model manages development, financing, construction, and customer management in-house.
Opened a second headquarters in Chicago in 2024 and plans significant investment in Illinois solar projects.

Culture + Values

One party for financing, construction, and customer management.
We treat each project like our own, minimizing your risk and exposure.
Established partnerships with multiple developers across the United States.
A standardized and streamlined project evaluation methodology which allows for rapid and transparent project acquisitions.
We develop and purchase clean energy assets at any stage in a project's lifecycle.
Help build the future of energy that is clean, simple, and accessible.
We expect that all of our suppliers abide by: Employment is voluntary; Child labor is never used; Working conditions are safe; Harsh or inhumane treatment ... is not tolerated; Local laws are followed and enforced; Sound, environmentally conscious manufacturing processes are followed.

Environment + Sustainability

2022

Carbon Neutral Goal

Aiming to achieve carbon neutrality across operations by a specific year.

2030

Supply Chain Neutral

Aiming to make the entire supply chain carbon neutral by a specific year.

49 Farms

Wildlife Habitats

Certifying a significant number of sites as wildlife habitats.

5 GWh

Energy Storage

Developing or constructing a substantial amount of energy storage capacity.

Native pollinator vegetation on select sites
Sheep grazing to progressively improve the land and lower emissions impact
Onshoring supply chain to reduce scope‑3 emissions and leverage IRA domestic content adder

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe a diverse team brings different perspectives and experiences, thus benefiting our work.
Committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination.
Encourage ideas and decisions from all people.
Equal opportunity employer—no discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Articles

Careers at Nexamp

Our Projects

About Nexamp