Field Construction Specialist​/Construction Discipline Lead​/Engineer

Field Construction Specialist / Construction Discipline Lead / Engineer – Alabama (Multiple Positions)

Technical Shared Services (TSS) – Construction Projects West

PLEASE NOTE:

This posting serves up to 3 full‑time opportunities within our Construction Projects West group. We are recruiting experienced individuals for project & construction site roles supporting various projects in Alabama. Specifically, these sites include:
Plant Gorgas (Parrish, Al), Plant Gaston (Wilsonville, AL), and Plant Miller (West Jefferson, AL).

Relocation/per diem assistance may be available if the successful candidate does not already live within a reasonable commute distance.

This position provides oversight and management of major capital projects for the Projects group within our Technical & Shared Services (TSS) organization. It is responsible for project safety, quality, cost, and schedule requirements. Responsibilities include working closely with various TSS departments and external groups. This role requires the ability to review and, if needed, develop work products such as project scope documents, cost estimates, P6 schedules, safety plans, quality plans, and staffing plans.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to solve issues and keep the project moving forward (e.g., engineering, operations, craft labor, contractors, outside agencies)
• Perform contract management
• Abide by all safety rules and help establish and maintain a safety‑focused culture
• Help establish and maintain a culture of inclusiveness and teamwork
• Inspect construction and site‑work installations for compliance to drawings and specifications
• Utilize computer business tools to monitor and manage schedule and cost reporting
• Work across various technologies and systems to achieve client goals
• Adapt to changing work duties, work with limited supervision, and perform successfully in individual and team environments
• Be available for call outs, holidays, weekends, and may require extended work hours
• Work in extreme climates and environments (e.g., cold, hot, dusty, humid)
• Model Southern Company values:
  Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment

• Associates (2‑year) or Bachelor’s (4‑year) degree preferred, but not required
• Preferred disciplines include Building Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or another related field
• Project Management Professional or similar accreditation/license beneficial

• Field oversight of active construction projects and processes

• Power generation experience
• Industrial experience

• Knowledge of OSHA and applicable environmental regulations
• Knowledge of construction standard practices, techniques, quality requirements, applicable codes and standards
• Knowledge of various equipment and technologies applicable to power generation facilities
• Proven risk assessment skills and sound judgment/decision making
• Strong organizational, administrative, time management, project management, facilitation, and analytical skills
• Knowledge and experience with personal computers and ability to learn numerous software applications quickly
• Self‑motivation and demonstrated initiative
• Ability to interface with vendors and contractors while representing Southern Company interests
• Ability to lead diverse teams toward a common goal
• Ability to build strong working relationships with a wide range of Southern Company Generation organizations

• Competitive pay
• Medical and dental coverage
• Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
• Performance‑sharing plan
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement

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…