Customer Choice PM Manager
Location: 241 Ralph McGill Blvd., Atlanta GA – GPC Corporate Office.
Job Summary
This position provides leadership and direction for the GPC Transmission Project Management Organization (PMO), overseeing the statewide project managers of Customer Choice projects. The Customer Choice PM Manager is responsible for ensuring the successful execution of projects by guiding and supporting project managers in their efforts to meet project goals and objectives. This role involves strategic planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional collaboration to address and resolve challenges.
Key Responsibilities
+ Provide leadership and support for project managers or senior project managers overseeing prospective and committed large load data center, manufacturing, and other commercial/industrial loads in Georgia.
+ Ensure the expedited gated process is followed for prompt and efficient project development and execution.
+ Collaborate closely with the GPC Business Development organization and other partners to support customer negotiations, analyze multiple service alternatives, conduct timeline reviews, and secure executive leadership buy-in for recommended project solutions.
+ Formulate strategies to enhance customer negotiations and optimize capital project costs, which will ultimately generate profitable new business revenue for GPC.
- Capital Budget Management
+ Support the development and management of the transmission capital budget.
+ Ensure all Customer Choice project documentation is promptly routed with the appropriate TPRT and T&D approvals.
+ Ensure that monthly budget projections are submitted accurately and on time.
+ Support the Capital Portfolio Manager, AFT, and Transmission PMO Cost Team in all budget rebuilding exercises throughout the year, with a focus on customer choice projects as a primary driver of the transmission capital budget.
Job Requirements
+ Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Business or related field.
+ Advanced degree and/or PMP certification is a plus.
+ Demonstrated Safety focus.
+ Demonstrated leadership with managerial and/or supervisory experience, including performance management responsibilities, with a minimum requirement:
* 5 years of experience to lead senior project manager team
* 3 years of experience with 5+ years of project management experience to lead project manager team
+ At least 5 years of combined experience in the following areas is preferred:
* Transmission Planning, Transmission Design/Engineering, Transmission Construction, Transmission Maintenance, Transmission Operations, Transmission Project Management, and/or Business Development
+ Proven experience in successfully managing internal and external relationships.
+ Knowledgeable in current and emerging project management practices, with the ability to implement those practices to enhance the PMO’s effectiveness in meeting business objectives.
- Skills and Behavioral Attributes
+ Self-starter and well-organized, with an ability to lead the team to successfully execute high-profile projects at an accelerated pace.
+ Demonstrated ability to influence senior-level management and key stakeholders and lead through influence.
+ Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate very complex technical topics to various audiences.
+ Excellent customer service skills that exhibit initiative and follow-through to meet customer commitments.
+ Adaptable to internal and external demands.
+ Ability to resolve conflict between individuals and functional areas.
+ Team player with a collaborative approach to drive solutions across both Georgia Power and Southern Company.
+ Foster an inclusive culture where employees feel valued, creating an environment of trust, development, and continuous improvement.
+ Our Values – Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act With Integrity, and Superior Performance
Additional Information
- Approximately 25% travel will be required for this role.
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: 10896
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
