• The IES Program Coordinator will drive end-to-end support for the Company’s involvement throughout the IES program, from application through deployment—from • Phase 1 concepting through • Phase 2 proposal development • Phase 3 deployment, and • Phase 4 evaluation and scale strategy. • You’ll assess cross-functional inputs, review applicability of proposed pilots within the context of the Company’s existing programs, processes, and applications, manage internal and external partnerships, and ensure regulatory compliance for all Company documentation and reporting.
• The Connecticut Innovative Energy Solutions (IES) Program is a statewide initiative led by the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) to identify, pilot, and scale innovative technologies, programs, and business models that deliver a reliable, affordable, decarbonized, and equitable electric grid. • Projects are selected and funded through multi-phase competitive cycles, with up to $5 million per project and 18 months to deploy, measure, and report results. • The current priority theme is Residential Affordability
• Work environment description (in the field, office setting) Application & Proposal Management • Review all applications that are received through the IES program. You will review proposals to ensure, amongst other things, they are in customers’ best interests, are not duplicative of existing efforts, are clear about the utility support they will require, and are explicit about what they are piloting and the intended outcomes.
• Coordinate cross-functional review of applications with relevant Company SMEs, as appropriate. • Develop clarifying questions or suggested adjustments to proposals to enhance applications. • Provide analysis and develop recommendations for whether or not to proceed with a pilot.
2) Stakeholder & Partner Engagement
• Facilitate collaboration across client and with external stakeholders to drive consensus recommendations on pilot proposals. • Engage with applicants, as appropriate, to identify and flesh out potential pilot projects. • Represent the Company at IES information sessions, technical meetings, and Innovative Advisory Council (IAC)/administrator touchpoints.
3) Pilot Deployment & Delivery (Phase 3)
• Manage internal review and contract processes with the appropriate departments (i.e., distribution engineering, procurement, energy efficiency, etc.) to ensure approved pilots are able to launch in a timely manner. • Ensure utility support and pilot outcomes are aligned with what was conveyed in the original proposals. • Interact with the innovators and the IAC as needed to provide or coordinate necessary utility support to enable each pilot to successfully deploy.
4) Measurement, Reporting & Scale (Phase 4)
• Review and analyze innovators’ invoices, milestone completions, reporting, stated outcomes, and recommendations. • Produce the Company’s Final Report with assistance from the appropriate company support, documenting the Company’s perspective on each pilot’s costs, benefits, lessons learned, and any other applicable details, and providing the Company’s recommendations for next steps.
5) Regulatory & Program Intelligence
• Monitor, track, and regularly communicate updates from PURA and the IAC to keep our team aligned with the latest developments and requirements. • Oversee the Company’s IES document repository. • Manage and coordinate responses to all regulatory requests and requirements the Company receives.
Candidate Requirements
• Years of experience required • Degrees or certifications required • Performance indicators Education & Experience Required: • 2-4 years’ experience in utility programs, energy innovation, grid modernization, or regulatory environments (utility, state agency, or other energy program administration). • Bachelor’s Degree in Business,
Technical Skills
• Exposure to technologies commonly proposed under IES (e.g., smart devices, demand flexibility, EV charging, etc.). • Understanding of current utility programs and offerings, cost-effectiveness, and benefit quantification in a utility context. • Knowledge of and interest in technological advancements within the utility/energy industry. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Project management expertise; proficient with structured reporting and governance. |