Director, Interconnection Execution

Cypress Creek Renewables

Director managing interconnection for utility-scale solar and storage projects at Cypress Creek Renewables. Ensuring compliance and successful project delivery across various milestones.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Project Management and GIA Compliance, with a strong focus on utility project management, regulatory frameworks, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to manage multiple projects, negotiate agreements, and maintain compliance within fast-paced environments.

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Project ManagementGIA ComplianceFERC LGIP/LGIA FrameworksUtility InterconnectionISO/RTO Processes

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Hard Skills

GIA Compliance ManagementAmendment NegotiationsMilestone TrackingDeficiency/Cure ProcessesRegulatory Requirements Translation

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPrioritization SkillsCommunication SkillsDetail-OrientedProactive Problem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Centralized Tracking SystemCompliance Checklists

Industry Keywords

Grid InterconnectionUtility Project ManagementTransmission ComplianceSolar/Storage DeveloperElectric Utility

Tech Stack

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CypressRTOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure Executed IAs remain in effect through COD for all assigned projects; monitor IA milestone status, manage toward milestone obligations, and proactively resolve conditions that could place the IA in breach.
Negotiate GIA amendments and Facility Construction Agreements — lead internal reviews with legal, engineering, and development teams, and drive negotiations directly with utilities to timely resolution.
Manage project-specific external consultants (EPE, INS, and others) to support compliance checklists: scope work, oversee deliverables, and ensure consultants operate effectively within GI team workflows.
Own milestone payments: track payment schedules, coordinate with finance for disbursements, and maintain accurate records of all security and payment obligations under the GIA.
Manage restudy and material modification administrative processes: identify triggers, prepare required submittals, and coordinate cross-functionally to minimize study risk and cost exposure.
Lead deficiency, cure, and dispute response coordination: triage utility notices, develop response strategies, and interface with utilities and transmission providers to resolve open items.
Support internal teams with market registration processes for assigned projects across multiple ISOs/RTOs, coordinating with utilities, ISOs, and internal commercial teams to achieve timely registration.
Support and or lead Commissioning items: review utility and ISO/TO commissioning requirements, track deliverable schedules, and coordinate testing and energization milestones with internal teams and external parties (OEM, ISO, EPC).
Maintain a centralized, real-time tracking system for post-IA obligations across the portfolio; report status to VP, Grid Integration and flag risks and escalations proactively.
Collaborate with Development, Engineering, Legal, and Finance teams to align on project schedules, budget impacts, and decision points related to GIA compliance.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Energy Systems, or a related field
6+ years of experience in grid interconnection, utility project management, or transmission compliance at a solar/storage developer, IPP, electric utility, or transmission provider
Direct, hands-on Project Management experience managing GIA compliance obligations, including amendment negotiations, milestone tracking, and deficiency/cure processes
Strong working knowledge of FERC LGIP/LGIA frameworks, OATT provisions, and ISO/RTO interconnection processes across multiple markets
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, with strong organizational and prioritization skills
Track record of direct, productive working relationships with utility interconnection and transmission planning staff
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements for non-technical internal stakeholders
Highly detail-oriented with a proactive, solutions-driven approach to issue identification and resolution
Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Energy

Benefits

Comp & perks

15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
401(k) Match
Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Phone Bill Reimbursement
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