Workplace Solutions Manager (Facilities)
Please Note ; This position will require you to be in the office at GA Corp HQ, 241 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA Full-time & will require approx. 25% (local) travel to other GA Power facilities/buildings.
The Workplace Solutions Manager leads the Workplace Solutions team, overseeing multiple functional areas focused on enhancing the employee experience across our corporate headquarters and statewide locations. This role manages Workplace Services, Business Services, and Facility Management Services, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional service delivery.
The Workplace Solutions Manager is responsible for developing and implementing scalable, efficient business solutions that meet the company’s evolving needs while upholding compliance, financial stewardship, and organizational standards.
Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)
- Live Our Values – Demonstrates Southern Company’s core values of Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment in all actions and decisions.
- Champion Inclusion – We are One Team, working to foster a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse team feels valued. Investing in an equitable culture benefits employees, customers, communities and shareholders.
- Experience & Expertise – * Minimum of 5 years of experience in Facilities Management or a related field; background in leading large-scale, multi-location initiatives preferred.**
- Ethical Leadership – Models integrity, compliance, and accountability at all levels.
- Strategic & Results-Oriented – Proven track record of delivering measurable results, identifying process gaps, and implementing actionable solutions.
- Leadership Excellence – Inspires and leads cross-functional teams with clear communication, collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement.
- Customer-Centric Approach – Strong commitment to service excellence with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
- Project & Resource Management – Skilled in project execution, resource allocation, and balancing cost-efficiency with operational needs.
- Analytical & Critical Thinking – Ability to interpret complex data, develop insights, and make sound, timely decisions.
- Adaptability – Thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment, shifting seamlessly between strategic planning and tactical execution.
- Organizational Mastery – Highly organized with exceptional time management skills to maximize productivity and impact.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Workplace Solutions Manager leads a high-performing team of six direct employees along with dozens of vendor and contractor partners. This role is accountable for defining and delivering departmental, organizational, and company vision—positioning the team to achieve results through collaboration, innovation, and teamwork. The manager will optimize team strengths, identify and develop untapped potential, and foster an environment of trust, empathy, and active listening. They will demonstrate adaptability and the ability to pivot strategies when necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
The position requires setting and implementing scalable strategies that maximize efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and customer satisfaction—while upholding compliance, modeling Our Values, and promoting ethical business practices. Strategies may include exploring shared services, consolidation, and right-sizing opportunities to ensure financial transparency, resource efficiency, and flexible business solutions. The manager will also champion a culture of inclusion, openness to new perspectives, and recognition that multiple approaches can lead to success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vendor Management – Lead strategic vendor relationships to align customer needs with business goals. Provide contract oversight, pursue standardization and optimization, explore shared services, and foster supplier diversity. Develop scalable solutions that address evolving customer requirements.
- Conference Services – Oversee all collaboration spaces and support services at the GPC corporate office. Engage with executive leadership and internal/external stakeholders to meet technology, resource, and facility needs, coordinating with building management and Facilities colleagues to deliver optimal outcomes.
- Organizational Communications - Partner across the Facilities organization to develop and deliver clear, timely communications that inform stakeholders about new programs, changes, and services. Ensure messaging is accurate, audience-focused, and supports organizational goals.
- Business Solutions – Manage the team responsible for validating, reconciling, and processing transactional activities for GPC, SCS, and GAS. Supervise invoice handling, purchase orders, requisitions, and expense statements with a focus on accuracy and timeliness. Apply GAAP knowledge to ensure compliance and sound financial management.
- Facilities Management Support – Streamline statewide business services through strategic planning, service modeling, and best practices. Implement right-sizing initiatives for cost savings, operational efficiency, and enhanced financial visibility, resulting in a unified and consistent service delivery model.
- Waste Management – serves as the primary Georgia Power stakeholder for the One/SCM Category Waste Management initiative. Oversee non-profiled waste activities, manage related vendors, partner on needs assessments, expand recycling and sustainability efforts, and ensure regulatory compliance through collaboration with Waste and Remediation sponsors.
- Childcare Services – serves as the primary liaison between Southern Company and the designated Bright Horizons childcare centers, fostering strong relationships to ensure alignment with employee needs and company standards. This role coordinates communication, resolves service issues, and collaborates with center leadership to enhance program quality, accessibility, and satisfaction for participating families..
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: 20049
Job Category: Facilities & Building Services
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
