Southern Company

Program Manager

Southern Company • $100K — $120K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Preferred: MBA or Project Management Professional (PMI) certification
  • Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE) certification
  • 5-7 years of relevant project management experience
  • Strong understanding of regulatory processes and compliance requirements for large-scale projects

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional teams to deliver project goals and objectives
  • Develop and manage a 10-year capital plan for assigned projects
  • Ensure projects adhere to budget, schedule, and company standards
  • Conduct weekly program progress meetings and report on status
  • Champion risk management and compliance with company procedures

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development and certifications
  • Support for maintaining work-life balance
  • Participation in innovative and high-value infrastructure projects
  • Collaborative cross-functional team environment
Full Job Description
Job Description

Program Manager is accountable for ensuring the execution and commissioning of large-scale infrastructure improvement programs and projects including high-value, complex assets to ensure all related business objectives are met. These objectives may include development of programs, support of regulatory approval of programs, commissioning of assets, returning investment, meeting program regulatory and government commitments, and reporting, etc.

The Program Manager leads a cross-functional team of track leads (land, regulatory, engineering, construction, etc.) and ensures their deliverables are understood and delivered according to the detailed designs, schedules, and budgets according to Company processes & standards. The programs managed will include various portions of AGLC's GRAM program.

Functional Expertise:

  • Serves as Project Manager of medium or large-scale programs and projects
  • Implements Company business processes on medium or large programs and projects
  • AGL/CGC regulatory and rate case filing support
  • Asset Development Process (ADP) and Unifier champion
  • Development and management of 10-year capital plan for assigned projects and programs.
  • Works and ensures that all projects are executed within the Company's policies, processes & Standards
  • Ensures Functional Leader and their respective tracks leads are fully engaged with deliverables
  • Provide detailed and timely monthly variance analysis and program reforecasts
  • Provide ad-hoc reporting as requested
  • Ensure projects are managed to budget and schedule
  • Champion Risk Management including identification, management, and mitigation throughout the life of the project or program
  • Ensure compliance with Company policies, procedures, and processes to support the asset development in a safe, cost effective, and timely manner
  • Lead weekly program progress meetings with Track Leads and report on overall program status
  • Ensure all Track Leads understand program goals, requirements, commitments, schedules, and associated Company financial impacts
  • Hold Track Leads accountable for individual deliverables and adherence to all program standards
  • Gather and discuss lessons learned with Track Leads to improve future program executables
  • Ensure all project field data and project related financial documentation is reported in a timely and accurate manner for possible future audits and reconciliations


Business Acumen:
  • Ensure that projects are managed to budget, schedule, design, and standards
  • Develop Projects' Organization Charts (including template)
  • Ensure requirements/standards for Project reporting are followed
  • Develop program charter
  • Define project scope and base line it
  • Develop program execution plans
  • Assures compliance with company policies & procedures
  • Implement project management strategies to successfully manage high risk, complex, and high-cost asset development projects, programs, and strategic opportunities
  • Identify and properly manage program risks
  • Provide proper oversight of construction management & field activities
  • Participate as "contract owner" in all projects related contract negotiations & Change orders
  • Ensure that project materials and services are acquired for project
  • Ensure that contract schedule of values is clearly defined/consistent with corporate WBS
  • Ensure that contractors' invoices and payments are audited and approved by contract


Engagement:
  • Identify and contract qualified contractors for project work through functional leader
  • Prepare and present project metrics to indicate project health (EVA, Financial Analysis, Schedule, Risk, etc.) for presentation to business owner and upper management
  • Ensure that scope changes are appropriately addressed per the Change Management process (e.g. adequately documented, impact analysis, approved, etc.)
  • Establish and maintain excellent working relationships and partnerships with peers, senior leadership, external contractors and vendors by engaging various Stakeholders, including Gatekeepers, Sponsors, Track Leads, Functional Leads, and Subject Matter Experts to ensure communication levels are appropriate, financial information is accurate
  • Identify and establish project team resources
  • Hold project team meetings on a regular basis (progress & plan)
  • Participate in drafting contracts and performing final review of all projects related contracts (from any track) prior to execution with support appropriate functional leaders
  • Assign appropriate field engineering and inspection personnel
  • Provide guidance & mentoring for project managers
  • Champion the Company's stage-gated Asset Development Process (ADP) ensuring that projects and programs are executed accordingly, and lead projects through ADP Stages as applicable including Stage Gate Reviews
  • Monitor project procurement activities to acquire equipment, materials, and services as needed, including strong contract management to ensure contractors and suppliers adhere to commercial and technical contract requirements, execute deviations through proper change management, and ensure contractor invoices and payments are reviewed and compliant per contract
  • Provide input for ADP improvement


Driving Results:
  • Ensure the Company's safety philosophy is engrained in all aspects of the business and within each project program.
  • Complete Company Goals
  • Gather lessons learned for appropriate process improvement initiatives
  • Establish and manage budgets and funding levels for assigned projects and programs, and ensure monthly financials forecasts and reports are prepared including updated estimates, schedules, and variance explanations
  • Ensure that project closeout and booking of assets meet Company Standards and processes


Qualifications

Education, Certifications/Licenses:
  • Required: BA/BS in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline, or other relevant work experience
  • Preferred: MBA, Project Management Professional (PMI), Professional Engineer (PE)


Related Work Experience:

Required:
  • Engineering, construction, or operations experience in

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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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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