Supervisor, Project Management

JOB SUMMARY

The Special Projects Project Management Supervisor will be responsible for providing leadership and direction for Assistant Project Managers (APMs) and Project Managers (PMs) on activities associated with transmission line and substation capital construction projects. This position will oversee statewide project management teams within Special Projects which include Interconnection, Department of Transportation (DOT), Physical Security, Fiber, Telecommunications, Transmission Grid Investment Program, and Work Authorization Request (WAR) projects.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering or related field

• Advanced degree and/or PE/PMP certification is a plus

Experience and Knowledge

• Proven leadership abilities and commitment to Safety Excellence

• Formal supervisory experience with performance management responsibilities is a plus

• A minimum of 5 years combined experience in any of the following electric utility areas is preferred:

  • Transmission Planning, Transmission Design/Engineering, Transmission Construction, Transmission Maintenance & Support, Transmission Operations, and/or Power Delivery Project Management

• Proven experience in successfully managing internal and external relationships

• Familiarity with project management principles and techniques including the Gated Process is preferred

• Knowledge of contract administration

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the transmission system, engineering principles, electric operating practices, construction practices, land requirements and regulations, budgeting, scheduling, and general business practices

• Strong ability to collaborate with PMO Leadership, various GPC partners (Land, Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction, Transmission Operations, Transmission Maintenance & Support, Transmission Planning, Capital Portfolio Manager, Generation, etc.) as well as outside partners.

• Familiarity with regulatory, environmental and permitting processes is a plus

Skills and Behavioral Attributes

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

• Models ethical conduct

• Customer focused with strong interpersonal skills

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

• Leads change effectively

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

• 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

• Demonstrates ability to think strategically and help others do the same to drive strategic initiatives

• Demonstrates personal ownership and accountability

• Ability to understand project schedules, work plans, and budgets

• Experience with STOMP, TEAMS (Transmission Estimating and Management System), Maximo preferred.

• Ability to implement current and emerging project management practices to enhance the PMO’s effectiveness in meeting business objectives.

• Exhibits strong initiative and ability to make difficult decisions with the awareness to get management involved when necessary and in a timely fashion

• 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

• Attention to detail and following processes and procedures

• 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

• 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

• Foster an inclusive culture where employees feel valued and create a team environment of trust, engagement, development, and continuous improvement

Additional Information

Approximately 25%travel will be required for this role.

Southern Company expectations are for all employees to report to a company facility or work site a minimum of four days a week. Field meetings and in person meetings at other company facilities qualify.

Georgia Power

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 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 .

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: 22066

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power

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