JOB SUMMARY
This position will be responsible for the development and execution activities associated with transmission line and substation capital construction projects for customer choice projects within the state of Georgia. A Development Project Manager takes the project from the origination/solution phase through the budget approval before project execution with input from this position. The Customer Choice Senior Project Manager then coordinates the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and closeout of projects, 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 project management subject matter experts (SME) and will engage in intentional mentorship and knowledge transfer to project managers, assistant project managers, and other team members. These individuals will be involved in complex and high exposure projects 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
PMP or other PM Certification a plus
PE Certification a plus
5+ years of Transmission/Power Delivery experience and 3+ years as a transmission project manager is preferred
Experience in one or more departments including Transmission Planning, Transmission Design/Engineering, Transmission Operations, Transmission Construction, Transmission Maintenance is strongly desired
Technical Experience Requirements:
Strong experience in Transmission is required. Experience in managing area execution, new business, customer choice and high-profile projects is required
Extensive knowledge of the transmission system, engineering principles, electric operating practices, construction practices, land requirements and regulations, budgeting, scheduling, and general business practices
Direct experience developing and executing projects with project management principles and techniques across the entire Gated Process
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
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrates Our Values
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
Demonstrated experience leveraging multiple leadership competencies including but not limited to Business Acumen, Business Execution, Communication, and Organizational Savvy
Ability to lead team efforts, identify critical paths, and resolve conflict while effectively managing projects involving multiple work groups and departments
Ability to develop creative solutions to solve problems and balance the needs of the company and our customers
Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Ability to resolve conflict between individuals and functional areas
Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including executives, managers, supervisors, individual contributors, business leaders, and customers
Ability to review and understand financial analysis, manage capital budgets, and ensure accurate budget projections
Ability to manage multiple project schedules, work plans, and budgets
Knowledge of contract administration
Behavioral Attributes:
Viewed by others as a SME in project management principles, consistently delivering high quality results and effectively managing complex projects with a focus on transmission technical expertise
Demonstrates flexibility and resilience in the face of changing circumstances, effectively adjusting strategies and approaches to meet new challenges and changing business landscape
Exhibits strong initiative and ability to make difficult decisions while being adaptable to internal and external demands
Ability to cultivate a positive and collaborative team environment for project success by fostering an inclusive culture where employees feel valued and create an environment of trust, development, and continuous improvement
Embrace empowerment to speak up and make tough decisions with the awareness to get management involved when necessary and in a timely fashion
Exercise diplomatic skills when working with customers to deliver on tight timelines, meet deadlines and be thorough enough to still produce a quality produce
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
Read the full posting.Southern Company
30 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW
Atlanta
Georgia États-Unis
www.southerncompany.com
