Regulatory Senior Project Manager through Manager II

: Job Category: 20 Grade Structure Requisition Number: REGUL005031 Posting Details Posted: January 5, 2024 Full-Time Locations Dallas, TX 75202, USA Travel Required: Yes Job Details Description Salary Range: $101,875-$152,073 Relocation: No Summary This role is primarily focused on regulatory activity in the transmission planning and operations realm. It is responsible for coordination and execution of regulatory requirements that include various filings, including CCNs and required reporting. It also requires understanding, processing, and communication of external activities in the regulatory space. The principal role of the position is to provide technical expertise, analysis and input into the development and advocacy of sound regulatory strategies that optimize and complement Company objectives and satisfy regulatory requirements. Key Roles & Responsibilities Directly or through others, the incumbent: Provide the services and expertise necessary for the development and advocacy of regulatory strategies, including the provision of research and analysis for a diverse array of issues utilized in the development of Company position. Provide overall project management of regulatory proceedings, including coordination and management of the project team in the development of required deliverables, from project inception to successful completion. Communicate regulatory requirements and provide guidance and necessary training to clients and stakeholders. Provide expert consultation and direction related to regulatory matters, including the support necessary to understand industry issues and propose or develop regulatory rulemakings that affect Company business, including advocating Company positions and influencing regulator decisions. Carry out the overall project coordination for the filing of transmission line Certificates of Convenience and Necessity (CCN) and CCN-exemption reporting, including coordination and management of the project team in the development of required filings from project inception through contested proceedings to construction completion. Maintain expertise for Company regulatory compliance activities, including assembly of necessary teams and data to manage and complete reporting activities while ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of required filings. Perform review, analysis and position development in support of filings made before regulatory agencies of other entities to evaluate impact on Company operations and business objectives and identify potential business opportunities, could include management of formal participation in the cases of other entities to affect outcome. Interact with affected agencies and federal and state regulatory personnel. Assist Company counsel and assist in the mediation setting, often in an adversarial environment, such as settlement of regulatory disputes and lawsuits. Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements. Specifics to each role Regulatory Senior Project Manager is expected to have all the skill sets necessary to assist in completing the required tasks listed above. Regulatory Manager I will be able to autonomously preform all the necessary functions to complete the required tasks and will have understanding of all the regulatory functions listed above. Regulatory Manager II will have a mastery of all the necessary functions to complete the required tasks listed above. Education, Experience, & Skills Regulatory Senior Project Manager- Manager I Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, or Engineering or equivalent experience or expertise. 5 -7 years experience with a regulated utility; cross-functional experience desirable. Previous project management leadership experience with ability to lead in project management team environment. Comprehension of utility market structure with knowledge of rules, practices, and procedures. Strong leadership abilities, interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and negotiation skills essential. Ability to effectively communicate and present to managers and executive leadership team. Exceptional organization and data management skills. Proficient in PC skills such as Word, Excel, Power Point. Regulatory Manager II (In addition to the items listed above) Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, or Engineering or equivalent experience or expertise. 7-10 years experience with a regulated utility; cross-functional experience desirable. Previous or current experience on regulated projects or in regulated matters. Previous project management leadership experience with ability to lead in project management team environment. Comprehension of utility market structure with knowledge of rules, practices, and procedures. Strong leadership abilities, interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and negotiation skills essential. Ability to effectively communicate and present to managers and executive leadership team. Exceptional organization and data management skills. Proficient in PC skills such as Word, Excel, Power Point. Measures of Success Minimal supervision required Ability to create, promote, negotiate and defend win/win solutions Exhibition of thoroughness and accuracy Ability to consistently meet deadlines Travel Required Yes. Yes . Up to 25% Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)