The Project Manager - Schedules plays a crucial role in the allocation and scheduling of transmission events supporting GPC Customer Choice and Regulatory Projects within the Power Delivery Project Management team. This position collaborates closely with a Senior Project Manager to lead meetings and discussions on scheduling and resource allocation for fast-paced projects. Key responsibilities include scheduling design engineering and construction activities, resolving conflicts, updating schedule progress, identifying potential scheduling risks, and developing contingency plans. The role also involves coordinating cross-functional team efforts to align with project goals and conducting regular reviews to ensure milestones are met. Additionally, the Project Manager - Schedules will generate detailed reports for key stakeholders to ensure transparency and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.

This role requires a proactive individual who can interact effectively with customers and ensure the successful execution of complex, fast-paced projects through meticulous scheduling and resource management. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong business execution, communication, relationship-building, and innovation skills, while supporting and promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

Job Requirements:

Job Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Engineering, Business, or Construction Management)

• Preferred experience in Project Management, Engineering, or Construction

• Power Delivery experience preferred

• At least 3 years of P6 scheduling experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in project management processes

• Required experience with scheduling and project management tools, particularly Primavera/P6

• Knowledge of critical path scheduling is a plus

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); database management is a plus

• Experience facilitating customer meetings and interacting with customers

• Experience with large project teams in implementing project controls programs is preferred

• Proven organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written)

• Knowledge of the gated process and ability to assist in creating customer choice gated processes to enhance project timelines

Behavioral Attributes:

• Demonstrates Our Values (Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, Total Commitment)

• Models Ethical Conduct

• Ability to cultivate a team environment for project success

• Ability to resolve conflict between individuals and functional areas

• Experience working with a large and diverse group of people to accomplish projects as a team

• Exhibits proactive problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

• Adaptable to changing priorities and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Demonstrates leadership and mentorship capabilities

• Supports and promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives

• Strong business execution skills, ensuring projects meet business objectives

• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex information effectively to diverse audiences

• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships and networks within and outside the organization

• Encourages and drives innovation, seeking out new and improved ways to achieve project goals

• Committed to the development of others, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the Sr. Project Managers in managing fast-paced projects by providing expert scheduling and resource allocation guidance

• Coordinate and oversee transmission capital project activities, including Engineering, Procurement, Environmental, System Outages, and Construction, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines

• Lead the Template Committee to ensure consistency in templates, incorporating feedback from stakeholders to enhance standardization and efficiency

• Mentor and develop less experienced Customer/Specialty schedule analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth

• Continuously update project progress and facilitate the resolution of conflicts, resource issues, or schedule exceptions that may impact project completion dates, ensuring timely and effective mitigation strategies

• Prepare comprehensive project status reports for key stakeholders, customers, and strategic partners, providing clear insights and actionable information

• Work in collaboration with the Customer’s Choice scheduling team and other contract resources to ensure GPC schedules are reflective of all aspects of a project.

• Analyze project cost exceptions and assist with variance explanations, contributing to accurate financial tracking and accountability with respect to the schedule

• Ensure adherence to the gated process and contribute to the development and refinement of customer choice and exception gated processes, enhancing project timelines and overall delivery

• Utilize strong business execution skills to ensure projects meet business objectives and deliver value

• Leverage excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences

• Build and maintain strong relationships and networks within and outside the organization to support project success

• Promote and foster innovation by exploring new and improved methods to achieve project objectives.

  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 www.GeogiaPower.com 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 residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. 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: 10894

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power