Project Manager - Project Support Engineering (Atlanta, GA)

Project Manager - Project Support Engineering

SCS Technical Shared Services, Power Delivery Project Support

This position will be located at the Forest Park General Services Headquarters in Atlanta, GA

WORK LOCATION. SCHEDULE & TRAVEL

• This position will be located at the Forest Park General Services Headquarters in Atlanta, GA

• This position will require a mixture of both field and office work.

• Field work can include site visits to various work locations and may require overnight travel.

• Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commuting distance.

JOB SUMMARY

The Power Delivery Project Support - East organization is a multi-discipline transmission engineering organization that provides scoping, conceptual design and cost estimating services for the Transmission Capital projects in the state of Georgia. These engineering disciplines include engineers/estimators for Substation Physical, Substation Control, High Voltage Transmission lines, Civil Engineering and Distribution. The project manager role will lead multi-discipline engineering project teams to develop project solutions and drive a collaborative approach to conceptual design for high-profile, time-sensitive large load customer, and bulk transmission capital projects.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology is required.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering or Engineering technology is preferred.

• A Professional Engineering License is a plus.

• A Project Management Professional Certification, or other Project Management Certification, is preferred.

Experience:

• Prior Project Management experience coordinating the work of multiple departments and/or engineering disciplines is required.

• Prior Transmission Project Management experience is preferred.

• Prior Transmission Engineering Design experience is required, and multi-disciplined design experience is preferred.

• Prior experience leading design teams and providing quality assurance for design and cost estimation and assessing and remediating critical path project schedules is a plus.

• The ability to be an effective mentor to others and teach job-related skills.

• A good understanding of utility electric grid operations is preferred.

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products is required.

• Knowledge of basic electrical power system theory is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (oral & written) and the ability to communicate technical issues simply.

• Must be a self-starter and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.

• Must work well in a team environment and have the ability to develop and build relationships at all levels.

• Must possess effective time management and organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple projects with various priorities and competing deadlines.

• Must demonstrate a customer focus with a willingness to meet the needs of our customers and solicit feedback.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

The project manager role will lead multi-discipline engineering project teams to develop project solutions and drive a collaborative approach to conceptual design for high-profile, time-sensitive large load customer, and bulk transmission capital projects.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Provide work direction and technical leadership to multi-discipline engineering teams to develop project solutions, scope of work, conceptual design and cost estimates for high-profile, time-sensitive large load customer, and bulk transmission capital projects.

• Drive decision-making and ensure clear and frequent communication amongst the various project team members

• Facilitate design decisions quality project scope reviews across the multiple engineering disciplines.

• Provide quality project estimate reviews across the multiple engineering disciplines.

• Serve as the primary PDPS point of contact for the GPC PMO Project Manager, Customer Choice, and/or Economic Development

• Provide support for Project Management, Customer Choice, and Exception projects.

• Perform site visits for projects including scoping, conceptual design and estimating activities. Some overnight travel will be required.

• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, setting priorities, and using effective time management and organizational skills to achieve project team goals.

• Provide assistance as part of a storm restoration team after major storm events in the Southern Company service territory.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Make SAFETY our number one priority using a "Safety First" mentality and leading by example.

• Model Our Values : Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.

• Conduct all activities with a focus on providing value for our customers.

• Take personal responsibility for their projects and customer issues.

• Follow through on all aspects of assignments to ensure a quality product and increased value is delivered to our customers.

• Exhibit and promote a positive, "can do" attitude.

• Commitment as a team member to building and maintaining an Inclusive work environment.

• Must place strong emphasis on Operational Excellence.

• Must understand and practice Human Performance Concepts.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay

• Excellent benefits package which includes:

• Medical and dental coverage

• Defined benefit/cash balance pension plan

• Performance-sharing plan

• 401(k) plan with a generous company match

• Bonus opportunities

• Tuition reimbursement

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 . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benets 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: 13308

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services