Southern Company

Manager, Area Construction

Southern Company • $110K — $130K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED; valid driver's license required.
  • Preferred: BA/BS in construction management, engineering, or business.
  • Preferred: PMP, PMI-CP, CWI, or CPWI certifications.
  • 8 years of experience in industrial or utility construction, with 2-3 years in a supervisory role; natural gas infrastructure experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated success in a supervisory role leading teams to achieve operational goals.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee construction management and inspection teams.
  • Interface with contractors and manage contract administration, including changes and tracking.
  • Track and present construction metrics and cash flows.
  • Lead weekly reviews of construction data and facilitate environmental management.
  • Collaborate with internal teams across Engineering, Project Management, Land, and Permitting.
  • Manage high-profile customer jobs with effective communication to upper leadership.
  • Set team goals and support the professional development of team members.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for flexibility in location within the company's territory.
  • Exposure to large-scale, high-value construction projects ranging from $50-$100 million.
  • Involvement in critical pipeline infrastructure projects that serve millions of customers.
  • Long-term career growth potential in a leading energy company.
  • Access to a supportive team environment that promotes professional development.
Full Job Description
Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The pipeline infrastructure constructed by Southern Company Gas' Construction Operations organization is fundamental to our success, enabling the safe, reliable, and affordable delivery of natural gas services to millions of customers.

The Construction Area Manager leads frontline leaders responsible for overseeing construction management, inspection teams, service providers, and other resources that execute programs consisting of large-scale construction projects as well as some smaller construction projects within a regional area. This role carries accountability for the successful delivery of construction assets, ensuring performance in safety, quality, schedule adherence, budget management, and regulatory and code compliance.

Construction Area Manager oversee individual capital projects with construction values of up to $50-$100 million or manage portfolios of projects with annual construction budgets totaling up to $50-$100 million. Depending on business priorities, the assigned portfolio may include gas distribution projects supporting new business growth or system improvements and gas transmission initiatives involving pipeline expansion and integrity management.

This position is responsible for supporting Georgia and Tennessee. Candidates may have some flexibility in location but must be located within the company's territory.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities
  • **Active Construction Projects: **
    • Interfacing with Contractor's Management
    • Contract administration: holding contractors to all terms and conditions of Construction Agreements (MSA, SOW); change management (RFI/CO), amendments, quantity tracking
    • Tracking/presenting construction metrics
    • Tracking construction cash flows, inspection/NDE costs, schedule milestones
    • Leading/facilitating weekly redline and construction data review and reconciliation
    • Dotted-line leadership of environmental management
    • Walkdowns and punch lists
    • Approval of Redline, Pressure Test, Weld Log, Material Log, Completion Report
    • Review and post projects to bid
    • Review and approval of Flow Interruption Plans
  • **Future Projects: **
    • Constructability reviews; cost estimates at each stage (currently being performed by Distribution managers)
    • Gate review presentations
    • Leading construction contractor sourcing processes: preparing RFP documents, pre-bid meetings, Q&A, clarifications, pricing analysis, scorecard, and award recommendation (currently being performed by Distribution managers)

Communication Responsibilities
  • Collaborates with leadership in Engineering, Project Management, Land, Permitting, Environmental
  • Presents to upper-level leadership
  • Demonstrates effective working relationships across all levels, both in-person and virtually
  • Interprets pipeline contracts to negotiate with service providers and develop sustainable partnerships
  • Manages high-profile customer jobs with timely upward communication and appropriate resource planning
Leadership Responsibilities
  • Sets team goals, provides feedback, and supports professional development and strategic initiatives
  • Leads construction teams toward capital spend, schedule, safety, quality, and installation targets
  • Embodies Company Values
  • Possesses knowledge of estimates, schedules, inspection, NDE, and safe work practices
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company standards
  • Manage contracts and capital projects through all stages including SOW development, bid processes, scheduling, risk management, and budget monitoring


Qualifications

Education Requirements
  • Required: HSD or GED, Driver's License
  • Preferred: BA/BS degree in construction management or business, engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical, chemical, petroleum).
  • Preferred: PMP or PMI-CP, CWI, CPWI
Experience - Basic Requirements
  • Required: 8 years of experience industrial or utility construction or operations, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory role. Natural gas infrastructure construction experience preferred.
Required Experience and Knowledge Related to Construction
  • Required: demonstrated success in a supervisory-level role leading resources toward operational goals and natural gas construction experience.
  • Preferred:
    • experience in construction contract creation, RFP bidding/awarding, and contract administration.
    • knowledge of gas infrastructure construction equipment and techniques, inspection, welding non-destructive examination, directional drilling, OSHA standards, and PHMSA regulations.
    • experience in stage-gated asset development processes, budgeting, estimating, scheduling.
Required Communication, Software, and Analytical Skills
  • Required: strong written and verbal communication skills with all levels from executives to construction personnel.
  • Required: intermediate proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Ability to quickly learn and leverage internal business systems.
  • Required: intermediate to high analytical skills, ability to recognize issues, evaluate options using data and facts, and implement solutions.
OTHER DETAILS:
Work Location
  • This position is office based but may be a field-office depending on the needs of the project or program and the reporting location will be continuously variable depending on the location of the assigned projects. Persons in this position may self-direct their reporting location, either on-site or remote, at their own discretion subject to their leader's approval.
On-Call Duties
  • This position may periodically be required to be on-call for nights, weekends, and holidays to respond to emergency situations, depending on the LDC.
  • This position may periodically be required to be on-call for nights, weekends, and holidays to respond to emergency situations, depending on the LDC.
Physical Conditions
  • This position will be exposed to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, mud, prolonged standing, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing ladders, reaching, kneeling/bending, and other environmental hazards related to construction. Personal Protective Equipment will be provided and must be worn.
Travel
  • This position may require frequent travel to project sites several hours away from the person's home. Overnight travel may be required up to 10-20% of the time.
Vehicle
  • This position requires the use of a Company vehicle so valid drivers license required.


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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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Networking and Career Advancement

At Southern Company, networking and internal mobility are key components of career advancement. Connect with leaders, engage in cross-departmental projects, and take your professional journey to new heights.

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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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