Project Controls Supervisor (E7)
Work Location : 241 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30308
Job Summary
The Project Controls Schedule Supervisor will be responsible for providing leadership and direction for a team of Scheduling Analysts supporting a multi-year capital portfolio within GPC Distribution, with responsibility for schedule development, progress tracking, critical path analysis, and performance reporting at a project-level that informs leadership decision-making. This team will ensure the GPC Distribution organization has robust scheduling processes, tools, and timely communication in place to effectively manage project timelines and delivery expectations.
The successful candidate will work closely with other Project Controls groups, the Distribution organization, and cross-functional partners to support integrated planning and execution across the portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a team of Scheduling Analysts supporting a multi-year capital portfolio, driving delivery performance through coaching, goal setting, and continuous feedback.
- Oversee development, integration, and maintenance of project schedules to ensure alignment with scope, milestones, and organizational standards.
- Direct schedule progress tracking, forecasting, and performance analysis, enabling timely and informed leadership decision-making.
- Perform and guide critical path analysis, evaluating dependencies, constraints, and risks impacting project execution.
- Proactively identify schedule risks and delays, developing and implementing mitigation and recovery strategies to protect project timelines.
- Deliver clear, concise schedule reporting and presentations, translating complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Project Controls, operations, and business partners to support integrated planning and portfolio execution.
- Establish and enforce standardized scheduling processes, tools, and governance practices, improving consistency and operational efficiency.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing scheduling methodologies, systems, and team capabilities.
- Communicate schedule health, risks, constraints, and recovery plans to leadership, influencing strategic and operational decisions.
Education
- B.S./B.A. in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or related field, or relevant work experience beneficial
- Advanced degree and/or PMP or other scheduling-related certifications (e.g., PMI-SP) is a plus
Experience
- Experience with enterprise scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
- Experience in Project Controls, Project Management, Scheduling, or Construction Planning preferred
- Experience supporting large capital projects or portfolios beneficial
- Understanding of project dependencies, critical path, resource loading, and risk impacts on schedules
- Formal supervisory experience with performance management responsibilities is a plus
- Seven (7) years of utility experience preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong understanding of scheduling principles, project lifecycle, and project delivery methodologies
- Understanding of project dependencies, critical path, resource loading, and risk impacts on schedules
- Ability to frame and communicate complex schedule risks, constraints, and recovery plans
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and inform, as well as the ability to frame and communicate complex business problems and insights to various audiences
- Highly developed business intuition
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on schedule optimization
- Acts as a Change Agent with a focus on Continuous Improvement in scheduling practices and tools
- Critical thinker, organized, and results driven
- Must have demonstrated ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast paced, team environment
- Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients
- Guides team to ensure data accuracy, attention to detail, adherence to processes and procedures, and innovation in effort to foster continuous improvement
- Actively fosters an inclusive team culture through equitable decision-making, coaching, and development opportunities
Behavioral Attributes
- Demonstrates Our Values (Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance)
- Demonstrates ability to think strategically and drive tactical execution of strategic initiatives
- Demonstrates experience developing, coaching, and retaining high‑performing analytical teams, including goal setting and performance feedback
Other Requirements
- Successful candidate must be available to support storm duty
- Must live in/near or be willing to relocate within reasonable distance from work location
- 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 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: 20700
Job Category: Construction
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
