Contract Administrator

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Description:

Contract Administrator

Client Carolinas and client Progress are undergoing the Carolinas One Utility Merger in an effort bring both utilities into a single client Carolinas legal entity. The administrator role will require individuals to support Contract Managers and other subject matter experts to successfully meet merger deadlines. In accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws, and customer requirements, the analyst role will be responsible for amending and developing: the Joint Open Access Transmission Tariff, Network Integration Transmission Service agreements, Interconnection Agreements, Network Operating Agreements, and a variety of other Transmission contracts and agreements. Attention to detail and the ability to perform routine business tasks will be critical in this role and keys to success.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in the amendment and execution of transmission contracts and agreements
• Develop an understanding and knowledge of the Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) and the Federal regulations impacting the OATT.
• Support Contract Managers and others across the enterprise to implement strategic, regulatory initiatives supporting Carolinas One Utility merger
• Perform routine tasks that enable successful strategic business initiatives.
• Maintain reports and accurate data in systems that support the contract monitoring and reporting.
• Communicate status and issues to teammates and management in a timely manner.
• Become familiar with system operations and the implications of decisions to customers and the transmission and distribution business.
• Demonstrate effective listening skills and ability to understand others and other points of view
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Base knowledge of the utility industry.
• Maintain documentation and records in support of all processes.
• Use sound judgement when making decisions when limited supervision is available.
• Offer mitigating actions while escalating risks and barriers appropriately
  
  
  
   

Basic/Required Qualifications:

•  Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering or other related field
• In lieu of required degree, High School/GED and minimum seven (5) years relevant work experience
•  Demonstrated advance knowledge and aptitude in computer systems and Microsoft applications.
• Ability to multi-task with attention to detail.
• Strong team player
• Strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to build effective internal and external relationships
• Ability to meet stated deadlines and respond quickly to changing needs through a team approach
• Ability to work in a team environment and foster good relationships with teammates & internal and external partners as well as all levels within the organization.
• Awareness of Bulk Electric Systems (BES) and wholesale electric markets
  
  

Desired Qualifications:

• NERC Certified System Operator at the Reliability Level
• Possesses knowledge of client generation assets, transmission system, and/or operating procedures
• FERC, NERC, SERC and RFC standards and practices, utility practices, procedures and requirements concerning transmission operations, and general Knowledge of RTOs
• Some prior experience applying contract management fundamentals to recommend a course of action to supervisor, ability to interface with difficult customers and engage in a constructive manner
• Ability to apply teamwork, influencing and communication skills at all levels, and ability to absorb technical information, rationalize different positions in the industry and develop a corporate position
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage, set priorities and establish goals, work effectively in a project or “self-directed” team environment, meet tight deadlines, but apply flexibility in responding to changing needs
• Demonstrated interest in and dedication to learning and striving for operational excellence and continuous improvement (individual and team improvement)
• Demonstrated effective planning and organizational skills, leadership skills and proficiency in various computer skills include MS Office and OATI OASIS
• Developing effective verbal and written communication skills in interfacing with internal and external customers
• NERC Certified System Operator at the Reliability Level
• Possesses knowledge of client transmission system and operating procedures
• Working knowledge of Transmission and Customer Delivery business processes