Southern Company

Digital Project Manager- Plant Hatch

Southern Company • $88K — $105K *
Baxley, GA 31513In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field preferred
  • Project Management certification (PMP) or willingness to obtain within a year
  • At least three years of experience in nuclear plant Engineering, Maintenance, or Operations
  • Minimum three years experience in project management
  • Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
  • Strong problem-solving skills with risk evaluation expertise
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop project scope, budget, and schedule
  • Implement plans to achieve project goals
  • Maintain project controls throughout all phases of the project
  • Collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance and safety
  • Monitor strategic, financial, and operational risks
  • Drive resolution of issues impacting personnel safety and project execution
  • Interface with external stakeholders such as the NRC and INPO

Benefits

  • Average work-life balance due to flexible project deadlines
  • Opportunity to gain Project Management certification
  • Potential for career advancement in a high-stakes industry
  • Engagement with executive management and external organizations
  • Focus on safety-first culture aligned with Southern Company Values
Full Job Description
Job Description

Digital Project Manager- Plant Hatch

This position reports to the Manager of Fleet Digital Projects. Responsibilities for all associated activities with Engineering, contracting, procurement, installation, start up, closure, and maintaining appropriate project controls throughout the project. The successful candidate will have authority and be held accountable for developing a project scope, budget, and schedule as well as an implementation plan for completing assigned projects while meeting the project goals.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)

Education/Experience Preferences:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline strongly preferred, but not required.
  • Project Management certification (PMP), or the ability to obtain within 1 year.
  • Advanced degrees, Professional Engineer (PE) license, and other degrees/certifications will be considered based upon the candidate's experience.
  • Minimum three (3) years of nuclear plant experience in Engineering, Maintenance or Operations or equivalent military experience
  • Minimum three (3) years utilizing project management type skills
  • Build and sustain relationships across all levels of the organization including executive management and external stakeholders such as the NRC, INPO, etc.
  • Have a working knowledge of project control techniques, design, work management, and procurement processes.
  • Focus on understanding the business and leveraging that knowledge to partner with management to identify and monitor strategic, financial, operational and compliance risks, including emerging trends.
  • The ability to solve problems and make sound judgments, based on experience and proper risk evaluation tools, to provide timely and appropriate resolutions to issues that might impact personnel safety, plant performance, budget, and project execution.
  • The ability to communicate issues and drive problem resolution through various levels of management.
  • Ability to effectively interface, build, and sustain relationships with other departments.
  • Working knowledge of plant operations, design engineering and maintenance practices.
  • Thorough knowledge of safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.
  • Demonstrates Southern Company Values - Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Superior Performance, and Act with Integrity
  • Demonstrate ability to make independent prudent decisions and recognize when it is appropriate to elevate the decision
  • Critical decision-making ability to assess risk at multiple levels and understand the consequences and impacts of actions.
  • Possess leadership courage to challenge department and station personnel to achieve high performance and excellent standards.
  • Make decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative and that have an important impact on project activities and plant health initiatives.
  • Committed to success of employees, customers, and shareholders.
  • Self-directed with strong initiative.
  • Results oriented and customer focused.


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About Southern Company

With 4.4 million customers and more than 42,000 megawatts of generating capacity, Atlanta-based Southern Company is the premier energy company serving the Southeast. A leading U.S. producer of electricity, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states and a growing competitive generation company, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and retail electric prices that are significantly below the national average. Southern Company has been listed the top ranking U.S. electric service provider in customer satisfaction for nine consecutive years by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

Southern Company Careers

Join the dynamic team at Southern Company, a leader in energy innovation and a champion of sustainable practices. As one of the most respected companies in the energy sector, Southern Company offers unparalleled job opportunities that promise not only professional growth but also a commitment to diversity and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

At Southern Company, we are not just about power generation; we are about empowering our team to innovate and lead the industry. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, using your skills to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Southern Company has a place for you. Our wide range of employment options ensures that every team member can find a path that best suits their career ambitions and skills.

Innovate and Lead

Southern Company is at the forefront of technological innovation in the energy sector. Our team members are encouraged to lead projects and initiatives that push the boundaries of what is possible in energy production and management.

Grow and Develop

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted diversity training, leadership workshops, and continuous professional development. Career growth at Southern Company is not just a possibility—it is an expectation.

Be Part of Our Culture

Southern Company’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and inclusion. We celebrate diversity and believe that it drives innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other in achieving personal and professional goals.

Benefits That Go Beyond

Choosing a career at Southern Company means enjoying a range of benefits designed to enrich your life and support your lifestyle. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we ensure our team members are taken care of.

Join Our Team

Ready to power up your career? Explore the job opportunities at Southern Company today. We are actively hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven individuals. Enhance your skills, join a community of innovators, and work towards a sustainable future.

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Learn more about Southern Company
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$77.6 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$20.3 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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