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Substation Switchboard Manager

Reports to: Transmission Construction Substation Manager, Bryan Campbell

Job Summary

The Substation Switchboard Manager is responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and direction to the crew supervisor and project and contractor oversight leadership team with statewide responsibilities for all control wiring and overall switchboard resource management for substation projects that are part of the Georgia Power Transmission capital investment portfolio. Resource management responsibilities include oversight of the Switchboard Panel Wiring Shop in Forest Park, switchboard contract evaluation and awards, contract administration, contractor performance, and supplier diversity engagement. This position will also be responsible for ensuring that Switchboard crews have the training, equipment, and resources to successfully execute their projects. This team also supports capital maintenance and restoration work in partnership with the Transmission Maintenance Centers across the state.

The role will provide direct leadership to a crew supervisor and 7 construction field managers who oversee 60 covered employees and approximately 150 contract resources. The construction field managers oversee and manage more than 75 capital substation control wiring projects in various stages across the state for internal and contract crews and provide leadership to a team of 13 inspectors who provide oversight to Switchboard wiring contract resources. They also serve as a scoping resource for the development of Transmission Substation projects and partner with the crew supervisor and foreman to assign GPC resources to projects statewide. It is anticipated that this position will oversee roughly $25M in annual contractor spend for the foreseeable future.

This role will also be responsible for the Switchboard Panel Wiring Shop in Forest Park. The panel wiring shop builds 800+ control panels and up to 20 pre-built control houses annually. The team is responsible for procuring material, transporting completed panels, and ensuring Southern Company Control Standards are met for all work.

The Switchboard Manager will coordinate with peer Substation Construction Managers, Contract Crews, Project Management, Substation Control & Physical Design, Transmission Maintenance Centers, Transmission Support, Supply Chain Management, and other internal and external partners to ensure projects are completed on schedule and in a quality manner.

The Manager is responsible to lead the team in a Safety Excellence environment with a focus on learning and ensuring critical and operational risk plans are implemented. The manager will conduct ongoing performance management and ensure robust plans for employee training and development at all levels in support of an active learning environment.

NOTE: This position has statewide responsibilities, and frequent travel within the state of Georgia is required – up to 25% of the time.

Job Responsibilities

+ - Provide leadership for the Switchboard project and contractor oversight teams and the panel wiring shop while supporting initiatives throughout Transmission Construction.

+ - Create and implement strategy to address current and future needs of Substation Switchboard.

+ - Model safety leadership and support employee-led safety culture and human performance initiatives.

+ - Foster an inclusive culture where employees feel valued and create an environment of trust, development, and continuous improvement.

+ - Deliver effective performance management and actively support leadership development and training for direct reports.

+ - Create and implement equitable, proactive plans to support team members in their learning, growth and development training for current and future roles.

+ - Understand and adhere to the Transmission Construction labor agreements.

+ - Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners – Substation Physical Construction Supervisors, Contract Crews, Project Management, Substation Control & Physical Design, Transmission Maintenance Centers, Transmission Support, Supply Chain Management

+ - Partner with peer Switchboard Wiring Supervisor to oversee the hiring and onboarding process for covered employees.

+ - Ensure collaborative relationships with our contractors are maintained while confirming their ability to perform work to high quality standards and in a safe and timely manner.

+ - Oversee the onboarding process for new contractors.

+ - Support the Gated Process for effective and timely completion of Construction projects such as engaging in weekly/monthly scheduling meetings.

+ - Lead workforce planning and contractor management efforts.

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelors degree preferred

Technical Experience:

+ - Experience within Transmission is required; TMC, Operations, Sub Design, and/or Construction experience is beneficial

+ - Familiarity with project management principles and techniques including the Gated Process is a plus

+ - Contract administration knowledge and experience is beneficial

+ - Experience leading covered employees is preferred

+ Leadership Experience:

+ - 3 years of supervisor experience preferred

+ - Demonstrated experience leading inclusive teams and developing others

+ - Demonstrated focus on Safety Excellence and Human Performance

+ - Strong communication and collaboration skills with internal and external audiences.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

+ - Ability to lead and develop a diverse workforce, maximize team effectiveness, set expectations of those around them and hold others accountable.

+ - Ability to guide, support and develop leaders of leaders.

+ - Ability to think strategically and help others do the same

+ - Proficiency as a mentor/trainer

+ - Ability to lead workgroups through change by understanding, communicating, and implementing strategic initiatives.

+ - Demonstrated leadership involving multiple work groups and departments with the ability to cultivate a team environment for project success and resolve conflict between individuals and functional areas

+ - Effective in oral and written communications, facilitation of meetings, and ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with varied contacts

+ - Working knowledge of IBEW Local 84 Transmission MOA

+ - Knowledge of contract administration beneficial

+ - Knowledge of the Georgia Integrated Transmission System (ITS) beneficial

+ - Knowledge of GPC Safety and Health policies, safe work practices & procedures, and System Operating Procedures

+ Behavioral Attributes:

+ - Models all aspects of Our Values: Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance

+ - Demonstrates personal commitment to Safety Excellence

+ - Influencer and champion for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion through words and actions

+ - Strong teamwork, collaborative and interpersonal attributes. Foster an inclusive culture where employees feel valued and create an environment of trust, development, and continuous improvement.

+ - Ability to develop effective relationships and establish trust with others

+ - Exhibits proactive approach, strong initiative and ability to make difficult decisions

+ - Ability to develop creative solutions to solve problems and balance the needs of the company and external public

**Georgia Power** is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

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 benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 14898

Job Category: Construction

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Georgia Power