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JOBĀ SUMMARY:
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This position, Sr. Project Coordinator - Engineering, will support Georgia Power and SOCO by coordinating, guiding, and reviewing various activities associated with all aspects of the pole attachment requests, pole replacements, pole removals and other aspects related to the Power Delivery design, construction and maintenance throughout Georgia. Ā
Teh person selected for this position will be fully involved with the permitting, design, engineering and construction processes for pole attachment projects with other company departments, communication companies, EMC and city electric systems, as well as local, state and federal governments. Ā This position will focus on engineering and design of related work, discussions with customers to mutually reach most effective designs and coordinate closely with the team members involved with construction coordination and oversight of crews. Ā This person will also be involved with various job designs for installing, maintaining, or removing of attachments on GPC poles, over-size load moves, internal communication lines, Distributed Generation projects, and other assignments such as storm related needs.
The Successful candidate must be able to build positive relationships: educated and support a variety of teammates and customers in engineering or construction roles. Ability to ensure all work is designed and completed safely and efficiently and in compliance with local, state and federal guidelines, Company and Industry standards for the benefit of all stakeholders is a must.
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Education:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred; Engineering TechnologyĀ acceptable.
MBA, Masterās Degree, and/or PE License are aĀ plus.
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Experience:
5 yearsā experience in electrical distribution engineering, design and/or construction with an electric utility isĀ preferred.
Experience utilizing JETS, DistView, Pole Foreman, and NJUNS is required; experience utilizing JUMS (Joint Use Management System) is aĀ plus.
Experience in customerĀ support.
Experience leading team efforts, cultivating a team environment for project success, and resolving conflict with both internal and externalĀ parties.
Experience leading projects involving multiple work groups and departments.
Leadership experience in an external arena and/or Company position is aĀ plus.
Experience in contract administration and/or managing contractors is aĀ plus.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
In-depth knowledge of electrical distribution systems ā requirements, work practices, andĀ procedures.
Familiarity with the National Electric Safety Code and Southern CompanyĀ Specifications.
Broad knowledge of Company operations, policies, andĀ procedures.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) isĀ required.
Knowledge of contractĀ administration.
Understanding of functional business processes as they relate to design, construction and operations is aĀ plus.
Must be deadline oriented with strong organizational skills, and sound judgment and decision-makingĀ skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to evaluate progress, identify problem areas, evaluate alternatives and determine viableĀ solutions.
Strong communication and presentation skills, including effective verbal/written communication of insights, and ability to communicate and present effectively at all levels both internally and with externalĀ stakeholders.
AbilityĀ toĀ quicklyĀ analyzeĀ andĀ comprehendĀ technicalĀ informationĀ andĀ complexĀ data,Ā identifyĀ keyĀ issues,Ā andĀ recommendĀ appropriate solutions.
AbilityĀ toĀ performĀ work withĀ aĀ highĀ degreeĀ ofĀ accuracy,Ā quality,Ā andĀ attentionĀ toĀ detail,Ā inĀ accordanceĀ withĀ policiesĀ andĀ procedures.
Ability to work independently, exhibit strong initiative, and consistently take ownership of issues from inception toĀ resolution.
Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external customers andĀ stakeholders.
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ROLEĀ RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Lead, coordinate, guide and review activities associated with all aspects of pole attachment requests and make ready construction, pole replacements, and pole removals statewide, including coordination of permitting, design and engineering processes and activities for all assigned projects to meet deadlines, and maintain and meet high standards for safety and workĀ quality.
Coordinate preparation and completion of complex, detailed drawings and designs, estimates, material lists and structural analyses required for all assigned make ready work for pole attachmentĀ requests.
Lead contract engineers to safely and efficiently complete make ready process in accordance with state and federal regulation s, contract requirements and SOĀ specifications.
Support preparation of and monitor JETS estimates, job packages and job closeouts, and monitor and ensure completion of permitting and construction information in the JUMS workflow managementĀ system.
Ensure resources, materials, designs and permits are in place prior to commencement of and duringĀ construction.
Support functional accounting and budget management, billing and collection associated with projects, and ensure appropriate payment byĀ applicants.
Provide support in formulating functional strategy and transferring knowledge both internally and externally, including management and documentation of processes; coordinate and execute training as needed for vendors and field servicesĀ teams.
Provide support in developing contracts and rates for service vendor workers, and support management of resources to ensure efficient use of contract manpower, accurate invoicing, and resolution of performance issues and contract-relatedĀ disputes.
AssistĀ teamĀ withĀ CompanyĀ andĀ industryĀ responsesĀ regardingĀ bestĀ practicesĀ andĀ rule-makingĀ andĀ otherĀ legal/regulatoryĀ proceedings.
Collaborate with internal/external parties on specifications, project changes and complianceĀ issues.
Coordinate identification, tracking and removal of old poles, and perform various tasks inĀ NJUNS.
Participate in SO and industry groups to enhance practices and share industryĀ knowledge.
Build relationships through jobsite visits; routinely communicate with stakeholders to resolve issues or projectĀ questions.
Substantiate vendor deliverables for data quality, accuracy and completeness, seek to improve engineering quality, and take corrective action and communicate findings and solutions as issuesĀ discovered.
Coordinate inspection of attachments, and perform field visits to evaluate quality of engineering designs and verify compliance with work directives and safetyĀ codes.
Enhance team capabilities by seeking opportunities for improvement of existing methods, tools orĀ workflows.
Lead special projects asĀ assigned.
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Behavioral Attributes:
Demonstrate all aspects of behaviors consistent with āOur Valuesā and model ethicalĀ conduct.
Demonstrate focus on safety and humanĀ performance.
Contribute to an inclusive workplace based on openness, honesty, and respect forĀ all
Self-motivated, self-directed and proactive, and focused on personal and team growth andĀ development.
Customer focused with strong interpersonal skills, and the desire and ability toĀ learn.
AbilityĀ toĀ coordinateĀ aĀ diverseĀ workforce,Ā cultivateĀ aĀ teamĀ environment,Ā maximizeĀ teamĀ effectiveness,Ā setĀ highĀ expectationsĀ ofĀ others and hold them accountable forĀ same.
Adaptable to internal and external demands and changing conditions, with ability to plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to develop creative and compliant solutions to solve problems and balance Company needs with needs ofĀ stakeholders.
Ability to make timely and effective decisions, and successfully implement strategy, policies and procedures, with a particular attention to detail regarding processes andĀ procedures.
Ability to motivate and influence others, build consensus, and achieve results through effective use of persuasiveĀ communication.
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Working Conditions:
Must have valid DriverāsĀ License.
Office environment with frequent field visits and job siteĀ meetings.
Overnight travel is required to support statewide workĀ activities.
Availability for emergency response operations asĀ needed.
May require extended hours or weekend work to meet project deadlines or respond toĀ emergencies.
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 beneļ¬ts will also be provided during the hiring process.
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