Engineering Supervisor (Project Execution)
Job Summary
The Engineering Supervisor of project execution is responsible for providing guidance for the teams of company and contract engineers executing distribution Grid projects across the state, including oversight of the change management process, scheduling, switching and operations, and the close out process. Additionally, this position will monitor project progress and budgets, with special attention given to areas identified as high-risk, conduct post project reviews, and share lessons learned.
Georgia Power’s Distribution Grid Investment Plan is a 15-year plan focused on improving overall system reliability, reducing O&M expenses, and increasing customer satisfaction. This position will provide oversight for hundreds of projects being executed over this timeframe (over $1B in investments), to accomplish our goal. Additionally, this role will serve as a leader during storm restoration efforts.
Job Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is preferred, with an advanced degree a plus.
- Relevant industry certifications are a plus (i.e. PE License, PMP Certification, etc.).
- Proven leadership abilities and demonstrated commitment to safety excellence.
- A minimum of 5 years of distribution experience is preferred.
- A minimum of 2 years of formal leadership experience is preferred.
- Experience leading contractors is a plus.
- Experience managing capital and O&M budgets is preferred.
- Experience with relevant systems is preferred (i.e. TCMS, ARCOS, JETS, CSS, ARMS, and DISTIEW).
- Proven record of dealing effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong communication and presentation skills to internal and external stakeholders.
- Influencer and champion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, through words and actions.
- Demonstrated ability to recognize high profile opportunities and respond, as needed, without prompting.
Job Responsibilities
- Engage with stakeholders to monitor project budgets and take appropriate actions to ensure that financial objectives are met.
- Oversee teams of company and contract engineers.
- Provide necessary oversight during engineering, construction, and close out phase, to optimize the financial and reliability impacts of Grid projects.
- Approve and manage project changes, in accordance with governance policies and procedures.
- Develop presentations to present projects and status updates to various governing committees, as needed.
- Oversee the job close out process, ensuring that all jobs are closed out in a timely manner and that materials are reconciled correctly.
- Engage with internal stakeholders to oversee the mapping process, ensuring that Georgia Power’s mapping system is appropriately updated with field changes in a timely manner.
- Investigate outages on Grid circuits to verify that Grid circuits are operating as expected and involve appropriate stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve any issues.
- Develop and continuously improve an inclusive and trusting team culture.
- Exhibit behaviors and lead team to behave in alignment with Southern Company’s values: Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment.
- Provide leadership during storm events, as needed.
Other Requirements
- Travel is sometimes required.
- Must live in/near or be willing to relocate within reasonable distance to Atlanta.
- This job requires 4-days a week in the office.
- Relocation assistance available if needed .
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: 12570
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
