Project Manager, Special Projects – Transmission Substation Design
Company: Southern Company
Location: Atlanta, GA
Type: Full-time
Posted: 2026-07-21
About this role
Project Manager, Special Projects – Transmission Substation Design
*SCS Technical Shared Services, Engineering*
- This position will be located at the Forest Park General Services Headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia
Some relocation assistance will be available if the successful candidate does not already live within a reasonable commute distance
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for designing and managing high-priority, non-routine, or technically complex projects. The position responsibilities include a blend of performance management, engineering expertise, project management skills, and innovation to improve processes and execute unique Transmission projects in full compliance with all relevant corporate policies and all environmental, safety and regulatory requirements.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
*Education:*
- BS degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil), Engineering Technology, or relevant technical degree OR significant experience in engineering design and project management
A Professional Engineering license is preferred
*Experience:*
- Experience working in or in support of transmission substation design is required
- Experience managing successful relationships across business units
Experience in managing and scheduling large complex engineering projects is required
*Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*
- Knowledge of Substation materials, construction, maintenance, safety practices and operating procedures is highly desired.
- A working knowledge of various computer systems (STOMP, TEAMS, etc.) and software (Word, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Enterprise Foundations and other accounting systems, Power Plant, Maximo, etc.) is required.
- A working knowledge of the gated process.
- Effectively set performance expectations, provide meaningful feedback and recognize results.
- Strategic thinking and analytical skills, as well as planning and problem-solving skills
- Effectively communicate comp...