Assistant Project Manager / Project Coordinator (ITS WAR)

Assistant Project Management / Project Coordinator 

JOB SUMMARY 

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) assigned to Georgia Integrated Transmission System (ITS) projects submitted through a work authorization request (WAR) will be paired with the ITS-WAR Project Manager to support with various aspects of project management to ensure successful project delivery, high standards of quality, and stakeholder satisfaction. This position will cover transmission lines and substation projects for the entire state of Georgia. Additionally, the Assistant Project Manager may have the opportunity to independently manage small transmission capital projects.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:                                                                                                                                         

Job Experience and Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or Construction Management preferred 
• Experience in electric utility industry preferred
• 3+ years in Transmission experience desired

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Strong organizational, time management and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and engage with others.
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills to evaluate progress, identify problem areas, evaluate alternatives, and determine viable solutions.
• Basic understanding of financial analysis and budget management.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing deadline and demands.
• Proven communication skills and negotiation skills (verbal and written); ability to convey clear information tailored to the audience.
• Good interpersonal skills; ability to interface with individuals at all levels inside and outside the company.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Able to create and manage schedules in Excel.
• Strong computer skills, with general knowledge of Transmission applications such as OnBase, TEAMS, STOMP, TransView, LIMS, Oracle, MAXIMO, among others.
• Understanding of Georgia Integrated Transmission System (ITS) desired.
• Experience with contract, material procurement and purchase orders is a plus.

 

Behavioral Attributes: 

• Must exhibit Our Values behaviors: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance.
• Proactive approach to acquiring new knowledge and seeking innovative trends to project challenges. 
• Ability to challenge assumptions and conclusions in a productive way.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to problem solving.
• 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 stakeholders.
• Understand that after hours response is occasionally required due to project needs, storm restoration activities (Damage Assessment Teams), and other unforeseen reasons.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Support: Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of transmission line and substation projects, ensuring alignment with customer and business objectives.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain project documentation. Assist in the preparation of status reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Coordination: Support the coordination of the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and closeout phases of project ensuring seamless integration and execution
• Equipment Management: Monitor and track major equipment of all projects including material slotting, review, and readiness.
• Monitoring and Tracking: Identify and report potential issues to the Project Manager. Facilitate resolution of conflicts, resource issues, or schedule exceptions that may impact project completion dates.
• Change Management: Assist in managing project changes, ensuring all adjustments are effectively documented and communicated. Analyze project cost exceptions and assist with variance explanations.
• Stakeholder Management: Assist in developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to manage expectations, address concerns, and ensure a high level of satisfaction and collaboration.
• Organizational Duties: Assist and support project managers with managerial items that include but are not limited to scheduling and coordinating project meetings, note taking, and recording attendance 
• Post-Project Review: Support the Project Manager in conducting post-project reviews to identify lessons learned and share insights for continuous improvement.
• Risk Management: Help identify, assess, and manage project risks to minimize impact on project delivery and outcomes.

 

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).
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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.

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