Manager, Interconnection

Sunrun

. Lead a team of employee and vendor resources to obtain utility interconnection for Sunrun customers .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $97,005 - $129,340 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in utility interconnection processes and project management within the solar industry, with a strong focus on operational efficiency, team leadership, and stakeholder collaboration. Proven ability to drive performance metrics and improve customer experience through effective process improvements and relationship management.

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Utility Interconnection ManagementProject ManagementTeam LeadershipProcess ImprovementCustomer Experience Enhancement

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementRisk AnalysisProcess ImprovementInterconnection KnowledgePermitting ExperienceData AnalysisOperational PlanningPerformance Metrics TrackingPlan Set InterpretationBudget Management

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingRelationship BuildingMotivating TeamsExcellent CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceExcelGoogle SuiteReporting Tools

Industry Keywords

Solar IndustryUtility IncentivesInterconnection ProcessesCustomer ExperienceStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of employee and vendor resources to obtain utility interconnection for Sunrun customers
Establish operational objectives, including forecasting and tracking interconnection volume, cycle time, headcount, and budget
Manage interconnection pipeline execution and implement processes to reduce cycle time and rework
Set performance standards and targets and manage team performance using scorecards, tools, and systems
Identify pipeline issues, trends, and concerns and implement mitigating actions
Work with stakeholders to implement policy and process changes in response to changing utility requirements
Deliver pipeline performance and cycle time insights to the Director of Rebates and Interconnection and regional business partners
Meet with Install, Sales, Design, Permitting, and Project Management leadership regarding pipeline progress and cycle times
Build relationships with utilities and incentive programs to simplify processes and resolve issues quickly
Collaborate with Products and Policy to launch new markets and products
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve customer experience, and increase realization
Drive performance metrics for permit and interconnection application submissions and approvals, corrections, and PTO cycle timelines
Serve as subject matter expert on interconnection processes and resolve or escalate issues
Establish professional business relations with utilities and educate them on multifamily processes
Train and onboard new hires and develop training materials
Recommend and implement interconnection process and project lifecycle improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 8 years of experience, preferably in Project Management, Operations, Construction with experience in permitting and/or interconnection, preferably within the solar industry
Preferable 2+ years of progressive leadership positions
Strong understanding of solar and storage utility interconnection and incentives
History of leading teams with direct impact on customer experience and organizational financial outcomes
Risk analysis, critical thinking, and ability to provide solutions
Experience managing, motivating, training and developing remote teams
Ability to establish operational objectives, plan and prioritize to achieve team goals, and pivot based on impact or importance
Skilled in defining efficient and repeatable processes and driving process improvements at scale
Ability to untangle complicated situations and define a clear path forward
History of building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to read and understand plan sets
Motivated team player
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing business environment
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Salesforce, Excel, Google Suite, and reporting tools
Ability to perform normal office duties
Ability to operate office equipment including computers and determine accuracy of work
Ability to interact and participate in meetings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee development opportunities
Well-being and safety-focused culture
Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodation during the hiring process and employment