Basic Function:
Responsible for various project engineering, project management, and problem-solving activities associated with large multi-faceted projects including engineering, construction, and feasibility studies to support strategic objectives.
Representative Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform engineering assignments involved in the design and construction of natural gas distribution and transmission facilities including meetering and pressure regulating stations, odorization facilities, and pipelines.
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Serve as project manager; assist in determining project objectives on the development of a comprehensive project design, outline project requirements, assign tasks, coordinate project activities with other operating units to facilitate participation of appropriate staff on project, supervise progress to ensure objectives are met.
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Provide technical support through the use of simulations/modeling to support expansions and changes (pipeline, metering and regulation, interconnects)
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Direct, evaluate, and review the documentation of technical specifications and requirements.
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Perform review of engineered drawings to ensure compliance with DOT Safety regulations and with corporate standards and specifications
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Develop statement of work documents to secure and manage engineering service providers, inspectors, and other technical resources that may be needed to develop the project.
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Review and approve material specifications.
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Manage outside engineering services to ensure project goals are met on complex projects
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Perform evaluation of equipment selection, insuring proper application, sizing, and compatibility with existing Company and industry standards.
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Demonstrate proficiency in applying codes and standards to perform natural gas engineering, plant construction and operation.
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Ensure engineering standards, methods and practices are in regulatory compliance.
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Conduct research to complete studies and formulating proposals and recommendations.
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Support construction activities with equipment procurement, technical advice.
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Develop engineering standards, methods, and guidelines.
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Provide technical direction to project team members.
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Develop and implement equipment and process maintenance programs and procedures.
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Represent the Company at various pre-construction meetings, including but not limited to meetings with contractors, VDOT, property owners, local permitting jurisdictions, etc.
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Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with local, state, and federal agencies as required.
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Perform analysis of monthly financial results of Department budget.
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Oversee and monitor project from initiation through installation; provide periodic progress reports to System Operations and Service Center Management.
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Communicate with internal and external project stakeholders to resolve complaints and/or claims.
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Monitor and control inventory of emergency and spare materials for Transmission and Distribution Pressure depts.
Education, Experience:
Required:
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4-yr B.S. Engineering degree from accredited University (Mechanical, Industrial, or Civil preferred)
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4 years of progressive experience in project management, project engineering, and/or construction management of natural gas pipeline facilities.
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Equivalent academic education and experience
Skills:
Required:
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Oracle Financials - basic proficiency
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Knowledge of natural gas transmission facilities, Company policies, procedures and gas operating methods and standards
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Technical knowledge of the installation of mains, services, and metering and regulating facilities, and other natural gas facilities
Preferred:
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Work Management Information System - intermediate proficiency
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Knowledge of appropriate records and documentation processes (i.e., test records, contractor invoicing, and main/service construction contract)
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Knowledge of GIS and Microsoft Office products.
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Prior experience working on the construction of underground utilities
Certifications/Licenses:
Required:
- Valid state driver's license and an excellent driving record
Preferred:
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Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate
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Prior experience working on the construction of underground utilities
Southern Company
30 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW
Atlanta
Georgia États-Unis
www.southerncompany.com
