Project Manager

This position is responsible for leading multiple and complex Pipeline Safety Management (PSM), Operations, Technology Organization (TO), and Compliance projects and programs sponsored by Senior Management for Southern Company Gas Shared Services and subsidiaries. A critical assignment of this position is coordinating Southern Company Gas’s participation in the annual American Gas Association (AGA) Best Practice Benchmarking Program。 Major Responsibilities Coordinates Southern Company Gas’s participation in the AGA Best Practices Benchmarking Program ensuring subject matter experts (SMEs) are prepared and complete data collection by deadlines, proofing company data before submitting to AGA, assisting SME’s for AGA Round Table work and events, using AGA raw data to construct customized reports for executive leadership, and engaging SMEs on AGA Topic Development teams for coming year’s program Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop and produce operational benchmarking measures Formulates and creates Operational benchmarking reports for executive leadership using American Gas Association (AGA) Best Practices Program data points Provides research support to identify Operations and Compliance trends and activities Uses analytical tools such as Power BI and Excel to process data into meaningful output for use by departments and leadership. Leads multiple, complex Operations and Compliance projects and programs Evaluates and incorporates local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and tariffs related to gas operations when developing and revising Operations and Compliance policies, procedures, and processes. Works with subject matter experts and project team members to conduct analysis, risk assessment, and development activities for new and revised Operations and Compliance policies, procedures, processes, and technology solutions. Conducts detailed analytics to support Operations and Compliance educational learnings, policies, procedures, processes, and technology solution development and leads resulting implementation and verification activities to support achieving identified goals. Facilitates customers, end users, and other stakeholders in joint analysis sessions to ensure an understanding of project business goals, requirements, and deliverables. Collaborates with project team members, stakeholders, customers, and sponsors to identify and monitor project budget, goals, scope, project plan, issues, risks, and milestones. Writes documentation supporting Operations and Compliance policies, procedures, processes, and project lifecycle activities. Job Requirements Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills Required BA/BS degree in engineering, computer science, accounting or related discipline with a process development focus 3 - 4 years progressive experience in broad-based business and process development (level 6) 5+ years progressive experience in broad-based business and process development (level 7) 2+ years experience managing process project 2+ years engineering or operations experience in a gas utility, pipeline transmission, or other energy related field Preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) Six Sigma and/or Total Quality Management Certification or training 3 - 4 years extensive field operations experience in a gas utility, pipeline transmission, or other energy related field (level 6) 5+ years extensive field operations experience in a gas utility, pipeline transmission, or other energy related field (level 7) OR Equivalent academic education and experience Skills and Knowledge Advanced analytical skills including use of tools such as Power BI and Excel Presentation skills Influencing skills Negotiating skills Organizational skills Demonstrated ability to leverage business applications for competitive advantage Disclaimer This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities. About Southern Company Gas Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com . 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 . 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 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: 21231 Job Category: Engineering Job Schedule: Full time Company: AGL Services Company Pay Range: $88,850.00 - $160,527.40 USD Annually: Base salary varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, and at the time of this posting, this is the reasonable salary range for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southern Company