Transmission Analyst - Resource Scheduler

Transmission Analyst – Resource Scheduler

Reports to: Project Controls Team Leader

Location: 62 Lake Mirror Rd, Forest Park, GA 30297

This role is hybrid with a home office at the Forest Park General Service Headquarters requiring a mixture of remote and office work in metro Atlanta.

This position will be filled as a Level 3-6 Exempt dependent upon the qualifications (skills, education and experience) of the successful candidate.

Summary of Position Duties

The Transmission Analyst Resource Scheduler is responsible for providing leadership and coordination over project resource assignments so that work is completed within budget and on time, while meeting or exceeding the needs of the customers. This individual also serves as the liaison between resources and Project Management/Controls to support project work plans which incorporate scoping, scheduling, cost, risk, and quality goals. The Resource Scheduler also works closely with their assigned disciplines to utilize resources to update progress on projects and facilitate conflict resolution when needed.

Job Requirements

Job Experience and Education:

• 4-year BS Degree in Engineering, Business or Construction Management; 2-year Associates Technical Degree related to power delivery, project management or electric utility industry

• 3+ years of Project Controls, Project Scheduling, Project Management Experience, or related engineering experience preferred

OR

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• 5+ years Project Controls, Project Scheduling or Project Management Experience in Power Delivery or related technical experience preferred

• Project Management Professional (PMP) License is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understanding of the project management gated process

• Experience working with scheduling and project management tools

• Experience in Primavera/P6 is required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) (Database management is a plus)

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

• Proven organizational skills

• Proven communication skills (Verbal and Written)

• Strong analytical skills to identify problem areas in resource allocation and utilization

• Strong risk management skills to evaluate scheduling/resource alternatives and determine viable solutions

Behavioral Attributes:

• Models Our Values behaviors: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance

• Ability to challenge assumptions and conclusions in a productive way

• Ability to resolve conflicts between individuals and functional areas

• Ability to cultivate a team environment for project success

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

• Customer focused with strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate and identify project resource assignments within Engineering, Design, Construction, Land Engineering and Land Acquisition for the Land, Lines and Substation disciplines.

• Prepare Primavera P6 project schedule reports and facilitate monthly “greaseboard” meetings with internal and external clients to identify project resource challenges, schedule exceptions/variances, downstream schedule variance impacts, procurement delays, and conflict resolution.

• Collaborate with Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers to provide risk assessment of project activity schedules for 12-month and 18-month forecasts.

• Proactively identify scheduling gaps in each assigned discipline and engage key stakeholders, customers, and strategic partners to fill those gaps and adjust resources and schedules in a cost-effective manner.

• Provide support to our Long-Range Planning team on project activity schedules & resource utilization for 3 – 5 year forecasts.

• Interface with strategic partners on maintaining, communicating & monitoring key performance indicator dashboards around schedule variance tracking, progress tracking, and overall impacts.

  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: 9185

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power

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