Senior Manager, Regulatory Compliance (NERC)

Company Overview esVolta, LP is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America.

We are at the forefront of the fast-growing battery energy storage market, and our projects are helping to transition the nation’s electric grid to a cleaner and more reliable future.

Our storage projects provide major utilities with a multitude of important services including reliable fast-ramping capacity, energy and ancillary grid services including renewable energy integration support.

esVolta is independently owned, and we are among the largest players in the US energy storage sector with approximately 1.

5 GWh of projects in operation or construction, and a 20+ GWh development pipeline. We are headquartered in Newport Beach, California, with employees in multiple regions across the U.

S. Our diverse management team has many decades of experience in the renewable energy, utility, and independent power sectors.

Culture At esVolta, every employee makes an impact to the company’s growth and profitability, every day. We have a fast-paced, high-performance and team-oriented culture.

We value quality of life and flexibility for our employees and strive to help our team members achieve their career goals.

Apply today to start an extraordinary career. Job Description esVolta seeks motivated and energetic candidates to join our team as Senior Manager of Regulatory Compliance to support NERC and regional Balancing Authority compliance for utility-scale battery energy storage assets, from late-stage development through operations.

The role will report to the company’s Operations Director and will work closely with EPC, Legal, and AM team members to ensure the organization has appropriate procedures and is applying industry best practices surrounding compliance with NERC, FERC, and related regional entities.

The Senior Manager will work to develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance program. This will involve conducting regular risk assessments, identifying potential compliance gaps, and implementing corrective actions as needed.

The manager will also be responsible for staying current on all NERC standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring that our organization is proactively addressing any changes or updates.

Additionally, the manager will serve as the primary point of contact for all NERC audits and inquiries, coordinating with internal teams to prepare for and respond to these reviews.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in NERC compliance or a related field, with a deep understanding of NERC standards and regulatory requirements.

They will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a NERC & FERC compliance program and policies. Support reporting requirements from various compliance entities.

NERC, FERC, EIA, etc.) Detail-oriented and analytical approach to problem-solving. Regularly conduct assessments and audits to ensure procedures are in compliance with NERC Standards.

Collaborate with internal and external parties to address and resolve compliance issues. Analyze contract terms and pricing for systemic risks and work with Procurement and Asset Management to ensure appropriate actions and mitigations are in place.

Maintain evidence repository and records related to compliance activities. Manage and support all relevant registration activities related to NERC, ISO, and Balancing Authorities in required markets.

Manage and act as point of contact for all regulatory audits and inquiries. Stay up to date on regulatory standards and requirements, and ensure procedures are updated and distributed to appropriate support functions accordingly.

Provide training and raise awareness among employees about NERC standards and compliance requirements. Prepare and submit reports to regulatory agencies as required.

Identify opportunities for improvement in compliance programs and processes and implement enhancements. Skills and Qualifications 10 years’ experience in a regulatory compliance setting.

NERC certification (e.g., NERC System Operator Certification) preferred. Detail-oriented and analytical approach to problem-solving.

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, Teams, and Smartsheets. Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.

Outstanding interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges by all parties during stressful situations, and executive level reporting that ensures timely action and decision making in time-pressured scenarios.

Bachelor’s and / or graduate degree in related field if / where applicable. Self-motivated with an ability to own and lead resolution of difficult issues with a sense of urgency.

Strong organizational, project and time management skills. Familiarity with electric power industry data and reporting requirements (NERC, ISO / RTO, etc.

Some travel will be required. Compensation and Location The annual salary plus bonus range for this position is listed below.

The actual salary and bonus offered will depend on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate. Senior Manager, Regulatory Compliance $130,000 - 160,000 Bonus 20% Location is flexible, option to work-from-home with periodic office visits for in-person engagement or to work from company offices in Newport Beach.

Requires ability to travel to company offices, project sites and business meetings as needed. esVolta is an Equal Opportunity employer. Powered by JazzHR