The Manager of Pipeline Safety is accountable for coordinating program strategy, development and execution across the enterprise and ensuring all related business objectives are met. These objectives may include development of scope, requirements, budgets, stakeholder acceptance, processes design, regulatory approval, metrics and reporting, etc.
The Manager of Pipeline Safety facilitates development and implementation of new initiatives regarding corporate-wide operations standards and processes which can include working with both internal and external departments and organizations and resources.
The Manager of Pipeline Safety leads diverse, cross-functional teams (construction operations, field operations, DIMP, regulatory, contractors, etc.) and ensures their deliverables are understood and delivered according to the project/program requirements, schedules, and budget.
Business Execution & Innovation:
- Coordinate the development of strategy, design and implementation of Pipeline Safety Management programs across the enterprise.
- Serve as Manager of assigned enterprise projects/programs, involving design and implementation of recommended practice API-1173 elements and initiatives • Develop, implement, and execute supporting program process components with specific focus on an Operations Procedure Manual (OPM) Management of Change Program
- Define project/program scope, baselines and schedules
- Ensure projects/programs are managed to budget, schedule, and standards
- Ensure proper interpretation, application, and implementation of federal, state and local codes and guidelines as applicable on projects/programs
- Identify and properly manage project/program risks
- Manage project/program contractors and other resources as applicable
- Ensure scope changes are appropriately addressed; adequately documented, impact analysis, approved.
- Review and process contractors' invoices and payments as applicable
- Provide forward thinking supported by quantitative analyses and risk analysis to achieve compliance and optimal business results
- Analyze project/program performance / lessons learned and initiate appropriate process improvements
Communication Relationships & Networking:
- Identify and contract qualified contractors and resources for project/program work
- Prepare and present project/program metrics to indicate project/program and budget health for presentation to business owners and upper management
- Lead and advocate for continuous improvement and strategic alignment of PSMS across the enterprise.
- Meet with Compliance & Technical Services leadership and support development of processes and standards as new compliance initiatives are introduced
- Collaborate with business unit leaders to assure alignment with operating, regulatory and legal requirements.
- Provide business and operations direction to contractors and team members based on evaluation of risks, company standards and procedures, regulatory requirements, etc.
- Facilitate internal and external communication and change management
- Coordinate program training and communication across the enterprise
Development of Others and Inclusion
- Leads teams of both direct reports and matrix reporting employees
- Ensure team members are fully engaged with deliverables
- Supervision of direct reports performing PSMS assessment, analysis, design and project management
- Lead project/program teams including acquiring and aligning diverse, cross-functional resources and subject matter experts
- Hold project/program team meetings on a regular basis (progress & plan)
Education, Certifications/Licenses:
Required:
Preferred:
- BA/BS Engineering, Project Management, Process Engineering
+ MBA / MS Engineering Management
+ Project Management Professional (PMI), Professional Engineer (PE)
Related Work Experience:
Required:
- 7+ years progressive experience in broad-based business and process development
+ 5+ years of experience managing process projects
Preferred:
- 5+ years developing and implementing process improvements within a gas utility, pipeline transmission, or other energy related field
+ 3+ years supervisory/management experience
Applicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
Specific Skills & Knowledge:
Required:
+ Supervision
+ Standards development
+ Business process re-engineering
+ Presentation skills
+ Analytical problem solving
+ Influencing skills
+ Negotiating skills
+ Organizational skills
+ MS Office Suite – intermediate proficiency
- Highly skilled working across functional organization for group coordination
- Ability to think strategically
- Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization
- Ability to manage multiple programs and projects under stressful conditions
Preferred:
- Strong engineering and construction knowledge with natural gas distribution systems
+ Regulation/Code Knowledge – intermediate proficiency
+ Six Sigma Green/Black Belt training and/or certification
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
- The incumbent primarily works in an office environment.
- The incumbent may work near or with moving mechanical parts.
- The incumbent may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or chemicals.
- The incumbent may be exposed to construction related activities
- Occasional local and overnight travel
- Keyboarding required in approximately 50% - 80% of daily tasks
Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.
About Southern Company Gas
Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .
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: 16778
Job Category: Gas Pipeline Operations & Maintenance
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: AGL Services Company
