Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Transmission Project Management Organization – Execution or Execution Regulatory Job Summary

This position may be filled either on our regulatory team or our execution team depending on the skills of the successful candidate(s). For the regulatory team, the position will be responsible for the development and execution activities associated with transmission line and substation capital construction projects for transmission projects in Georgia. The Project Manager drives project development and execution, coordinates the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and closeout of projects. For the execution team, the position will be responsible for the Gates 3 – 5 execution activities. The Project Manager monitors project progress, schedules, and budgets with special attention to areas identified as high-risk, oversees the project change management process, and conducts post project reviews and shares lessons learned. Individuals in these roles are considered project management subject matter experts (SME) and will engage in intentional mentorship, project management training, and knowledge transfer to project managers and other team members. These individuals will be involved in complex, high exposure projects, and large projects with expedited timeframes while ensuring stakeholder satisfaction by managing expectations and delivering high quality results.

JOB REQUIREMENTS Educational/Certification Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred.

- PE Certification a plus.

- PMP or other PM Certification a plus.

- 5+ years of Transmission/Power Delivery experience and 3+ years as a transmission project manager is required.

Technical Experience Requirements

- Ability to demonstrate and share knowledge of the transmission system, engineering principles, electric operating practices, construction practices, land requirements and regulations, budgeting, scheduling, and general business practices. Viewed by others as a Subject Matter Expert in project management principles.

- Direct experience developing and executing projects with project management principles and techniques including the Gated Process.

- Strong experience in Transmission is required. Experience in managing area execution, specialized execution, new business, customer choice and/or high exposure projects is required.

- Strong analytical skills to evaluate progress, identify problem areas, evaluate alternatives, and determine viable solutions.

- Experience analyzing, projecting, and controlling project costs over time.

- Ability to proactively manage communication among team members, stakeholders, other departments, and all levels of leadership.

Leadership Experience Requirements

- Demonstrated focus on Safety.

- Demonstrated experience in multiple leadership competency areas such as Business Acumen, Business Execution, Communication, Leading People and Organizations, Organizational Savvy, and other Personal Attributes of effective leaders.

- Proven ability to effectively mentor, train, and coach others for success and the ability to effectively share knowledge and best practices for the betterment of peers and the organization.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

- Knowledge of the Transmission system and customer focused with strong interpersonal skills

- Ability to lead team efforts, identify critical paths, and resolve conflict

- Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients

- Ability to lead projects involving multiple work groups and departments

- Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including executives, management, supervision, covered employees, contract employees, business leaders, and customers

- Strong presentation skills with internal and external audiences

- Ability to work with cost analysts to perform financial analysis, manage capital budgets and provide accurate budget projections

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

- Ability to develop and manage multiple project schedules, work plans, and budgets

- Experience with STOMP, TEAMS (Transmission Estimating and Management System), SOAR, and/or P6/Primavera preferred

- Knowledge of contract administration

- Ability to foster a positive and collaborative team environment

Behavioral Attributes

- Demonstrates Our Values (Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance)

- Models ethical conduct

- Exhibits strong initiative and ability to make difficult decisions

- Adaptable to internal and external demands

- Ability to develop creative solutions to solve problems and balance the needs of the Company and external public

- Ability to resolve conflict between individuals and functional areas

- Ability to cultivate a team environment for project success by fostering an inclusive culture where employees feel valued and create an environment of trust, development, and continuous improvement

- Attention to detail and following processes and procedures

- Embrace empowerment to speak up and make tough decisions with the awareness to get management involved when necessary and in a timely fashion

- Has strong ability to exercise diplomatic skills when working with customers to deliver on tight timelines, meet deadlines and be thorough enough to still produce a quality product

- Works very well with Assistant Project Managers, Schedule Analysts, and Cost Analysts. Cohesiveness is key as the team relies on each other to be successful. Keen focus on building trust with their team to represent them in their absence

- Embrace utilizing technology in their day-to-day activities and functions

- Understand that after hours response is occasionally required due to customer needs, project scheduling, storm restoration activities (DAT), and other unforeseen reasons

- Ability to mentor and train others

Georgia Power

is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

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: 14401

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power