SCS Technical Shared Services, Engineering
PLEASE NOTE This posting serves to fill multiple Project Manager positions on our Transmission Line Design East team.
•Positions will be located at the Forest Park General Services Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia
•Some relocation assistance will be available if the successful candidate(s) do not already live within a reasonable commute distance
Position Summary
The position is responsible for supporting special project PMs who are responsible for managing high-priority, non-routine, or technically complex assignments. The position responsibilities include engineering expertise, project management, and innovation to improve processes and execute unique Transmission projects in full compliance with all relevant corporate policies and all environmental, safety and regulatory requirements.
Education
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS•BS degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil), Engineering Technology, or relevant technical degree
•Significant experience in transmission line design is required
•A Professional Engineering license is preferred.
Experience
•Experience working in or in support of transmission line design is required
•Thorough knowledge of transmission line design practices including the use of PLS CADD is required
•Experience in managing and scheduling large complex engineering projects is strongly preferred
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
•Knowledge of transmission line materials, construction, maintenance, safety practices and operating procedures is highly desired.
•A working knowledge of various computer systems (LDS, TLDS, STOMP, TEAMS, etc.) and software (Word, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Enterprise Foundations and other accounting systems, Power Plant, Maximo, etc.) is required.
•A working knowledge of the gated process.
•Experience managing successful relationships and partnerships across business units
•Strategic thinking and analytical skills, as well as planning and problem-solving skills
•Effectively communicate complex ideas and concepts
•Flexible to changing business demands and priorities
Primary Job Responsibilities
•Support Project Managers with design projects with atypical scope or complexity, such as projects involving new technologies, significant stakeholder involvement, or challenging environmental factors. Examples: C7 Conductor Projects, 500kV Design, 115kV/230kV Underground Transmission Projects (In collaboration with the standards team).
•Coordinate with internal departments (e.g., environmental, permitting, construction, procurement) and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
•Identify potential technical, environmental, or regulatory risks unique to special projects and develop strategies to mitigate them.
•Track timelines and budgets, ensuring project completion within agreed-upon constraints.
•Provide advanced engineering support to critical, high-visibility projects that demand specialized knowledge or unique problem-solving approaches.
•Evaluate, select, and implement new design tools, software, or methodologies that enhance the design team’s capabilities.
•Communicate project progress, technical details, and solutions to stakeholders, both internal and external. Act as subject matter experts when interacting with stakeholders like environmental specialists, civil engineers, or financial analysts. Participate in court proceedings and public information meetings.
•Collect and analyze project performance data, including costs, time, and efficiency metrics, to refine future designs.
Benefits
•Excellent benefits packages which includes:
•Medical and dental coverage
•Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
•Performance-sharing plan
•401(k) plan with a generous company match
•Please submit an updated resume with your application_
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 13315
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services