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Project Mgr Sr

Southern Company
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/19/2026
Project Manager Sr

Work Location: Birmingham, AL

Job Summary

This position will be located at the Energy Center and will provide project management support for technology-related Generation projects across the Southern Company footprint. The Project Manager Sr will serve as the Technology Organization liaison to Generation Planning and Construction, coordinating technology requirements, resources, and project deliverables.

Primary Job Responsibilities

  • Provide project management support for assigned projects from planning and execution through closeout and turnover.
  • Coordinate project scope, estimates, schedules, budgets, cost tracking, progress reporting, and closeout documentation with internal teams and business partners.
  • Serve as the Technology Organization liaison to Generation Planning and Construction by coordinating technology requirements, resources, and deliverables.
  • Lead project meetings, provide status updates, communicate risks or needs, and support timely completion of project milestones.
  • Plan work activities, coordinate contractors, obtain quotes, manage purchase orders, and track project costs using appropriate company systems.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.
  • Three to five years of experience in telecommunications, data networking, IT infrastructure, or a related technical field is preferred.
  • Experience leading or supporting projects in a formal or informal project management capacity is highly desired.
  • Experience in outside plant construction, utility, or industrial environments is highly desired.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Safety and wellness practices, including Southern Company Safety and Wellness programs and plant/construction safety expectations.
  • Telecommunications, networking, and related infrastructure technologies, including data, voice, fiber, wireless, and BICSI standards.
  • Generation and plant operational technologies, including distributed control systems, metering, protection systems, monitoring systems, physical security, and related technologies.
  • Cybersecurity, end-user technologies, and technology support processes related to project design, engineering, construction, and implementation.
  • Leadership, collaboration, organization, communication, documentation, and customer service skills.

About Southern Company

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: 19758

Job Category: Information Technology

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services

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