What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager, Special Projects – Transmission Substation Design position at Southern Company?
SCS Technical Shared Services, Engineering
This position is responsible for designing and managing high-priority, non-routine, or technically complex projects. The position responsibilities include a blend of performance management, engineering expertise, project management skills, and innovation to improve processes and execute unique Transmission projects in full compliance with all relevant corporate policies and all environmental, safety and regulatory requirements.
Education
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
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 https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . 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: 20268
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
- This position will be located at the Forest Park General Services Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia
- Some relocation assistance will be available if the successful candidate does not already live within a reasonable commute distance
This position is responsible for designing and managing high-priority, non-routine, or technically complex projects. The position responsibilities include a blend of performance management, engineering expertise, project management skills, and innovation to improve processes and execute unique Transmission projects in full compliance with all relevant corporate policies and all environmental, safety and regulatory requirements.
Education
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil), Engineering Technology, or relevant technical degree OR significant experience in engineering design and project management
- A Professional Engineering license is preferred
- Experience working in or in support of transmission substation design is required
- Experience managing successful relationships across business units
- Experience in managing and scheduling large complex engineering projects is required
- Knowledge of Substation materials, construction, maintenance, safety practices and operating procedures is highly desired.
- A working knowledge of various computer systems (STOMP, TEAMS, etc.) and software (Word, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Enterprise Foundations and other accounting systems, Power Plant, Maximo, etc.) is required.
- A working knowledge of the gated process.
- Effectively set performance expectations, provide meaningful feedback and recognize results.
- Strategic thinking and analytical skills, as well as planning and problem-solving skills
- Effectively communicate complex ideas and concepts
- Flexible to changing business demands and priorities
- Experience managing successful relationships and partnerships across business units
- Lead design projects with atypical scope or complexity, such as projects involving new technologies, significant stakeholder involvement, or challenging environmental factors. Examples: C7 Conductor Projects, 500kV Design, 115kV/230kV Underground Transmission Projects (In collaboration with the standards team).
- Provide training to the broader design team on new processes, technologies, and design standards developed or used in special projects. Mentor new engineers or designers by involving them in special projects
- Coordinate with internal departments (e.g., environmental, permitting, construction, procurement) and external stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
- Identify potential technical, environmental, or regulatory risks unique to special projects and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Track timelines and budgets, ensuring project completion within agreed-upon constraints.
- Provide advanced engineering support to critical, high-visibility projects that demand specialized knowledge or unique problem-solving approaches.
- Identify inefficiencies in existing design processes and lead initiatives to improve productivity, accuracy, and project timelines.
- Evaluate, select, and implement new design tools, software, or methodologies that enhance the design team’s capabilities.
- Communicate project progress, technical details, and solutions to stakeholders, both internal and external. Act as subject matter experts when interacting with stakeholders like environmental specialists, civil engineers, or financial analysts. Participate in court proceedings and public information meetings.
- Collect and analyze project performance data, including costs, time, and efficiency metrics, to refine future designs.
- Provide detailed reports and documentation on special projects, including lessons learned, design challenges, and outcomes.
- Please submit an updated resume with your application_
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 https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . 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: 20268
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services