Project Manager

Project Manager, Customer Choice (E7) – Transmission Project Management Organization (PMO)

JOB SUMMARY

The Customer Choice Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, development, and execution of transmission line, substation, and STATCOM capital construction projects supporting customer choice initiatives within Georgia. This role ensures that projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality, reliability, and stakeholder satisfaction.

The Project Manager will coordinate across engineering, construction, and operations teams to manage project scope, schedule, and resources, ensuring that STATCOM installations and other critical infrastructure are effectively integrated into the transmission system to enhance grid stability and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Leads projects to successful completion, ensuring accountability and contribution from all team members. Lead end‑to‑end project management for transmission line, substation, and STATCOM construction projects.

• Project Development and Input: Provide valuable input during the initial stages of project development to ensure alignment with customer and business objectives

• Coordination: Coordinate the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and closeout phases of project ensuring seamless integration and execution

• Monitoring and Reporting : Monitor project progress, schedules, and budgets, with a particular focus on high-risks areas to mitigate potential issues

• Change Management: Oversee the project change management process to ensure all adjustments are effectively managed and communicated

• Post-Project Review : Conduct thorough post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and share insights for continuous improvement. Support post‑construction commissioning and integration of STATCOMs into the transmission network.

• Stakeholder Management : Develop relationships and engage with both internal and external stakeholders to manage expectations, address concerns, and ensure a high level of satisfaction and collaboration

• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage project risks to minimize impact on project delivery and outcomes.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure all project deliverables meet the required quality standards and specifications.

• Cost Management: Utilize project management expertise to minimize capital costs while maximizing customer satisfaction.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Educational/Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in transmission, substation, or power delivery project management.

• Strong understanding of transmission system design, construction, and STATCOM technology.

• Proven ability to manage complex, multi‑disciplinary capital projects.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred.

• Experience with utility or customer choice programs is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven track record of success as a leader (formal or informal). Strategic, yet results oriented

• Strong organizational and project management skills. Self-motivated and well-organized

• Ability to work effectively across business functions, engaging others, influencing others, building coalitions, and leading cross-functional teams

• Strong conflict resolution skills with the ability to identify, address, and resolve conflicts among team members, stakeholders, and external partners effectively and efficiently

• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to convey clear information tailored to the audience

• Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to interface with individuals at all levels inside and outside the company

• Ability to conduct financial analysis, manage capital budgets and provide accurate budget projections

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to think outside the box.

• Knowledge of contract administration

• Ability to successfully manage large projects in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines and demands.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Must exhibit Our Values behaviors: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance

• Collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively with others and seek ways to improve processes, partnerships, and communication

• Self-directed and confident in any business setting

• Strong mediation skills to facilitate discussion between conflicting parties and employ techniques to reach mutually beneficial agreements.

• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure

• Fosters a collaborative atmosphere where diverse perspectives are valued

• Approach project challenges with a curious mindset, seeking out-of-the box solutions

• Understand that after hours response is occasionally required due to customer needs, project scheduling, storm restoration activities (DAT), and other unforeseen reasons

  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 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: 17537

Job Category: Engineering

Company: Georgia Power

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