Associate Project Engineer

Company: Southern Company
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: September 13, 2020

Job Description:

The SAVE Associate Project Engineer in PMO reports to the SAVE Program Manager and is responsible for tracking and reporting on the status of projects within the Virginia Natural Gas infrastructure modernization program. The SAVE Associate Engineer is responsible for coordinating with internal and external parties to achieve successful project completion. Functional Expertise: Serves as Project Manager on assigned projects within the program Implements PMO business processes on program and projects Tracks and reports on projects from identification through construction and retirement Ensures project metrics are tracked against forecast and plan Reviews and tracks work orders, progress reports, invoices, as-built records to ensure compliance with company standards and policies Appraises applicable stakeholders on project progress through reporting and during meetings Business Acumen: Identifies and escalates issues that put project or program at risk Ensures projects are identified, engineered, permitted and constructed as planned Implements project execution plans Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures Identifies and manages project and program risks Ensures project materials and services are acquired on schedule Ensures contract schedule of values are clearly defined/consistent with corporate WBS Ensures contractor invoices and payments are reviewed and approved per contract Provides proper oversight for construction management and field activities Participates in all project related contract negotiations Manages project contractors per PMO and ADP procedures Engagement: Coordinates with DIMP department to ensure projects are identified, ranked and scheduled for execution Coordinates with Engineering department to ensure design and permit are completed on schedule Coordinates with Construction department to ensure project execution is planned with contractors Collects and analyzes construction progress data from Construction department and contractors Coordinates with Construction department to track install status, financial status, billing, as-builts, restoration, customer notifications, partials, post construction camera inspection, permit close-out, leak survey, and other metrics Prepares or assists in preparing reports, graphs and summaries designed to communicate project plans, progress or results. Supports to Regulatory department on completed, current and future SAVE projects Attends program team meetings on a regular basis to report on progress and plan Prepares and presents project metrics to indicate project health (EVA, Financial Analysis, Schedule, Risk, etc.) for presentation to business owner and upper management Ensures scope changes are appropriately addressed per the Change Management process (e.g. adequately documented, impact analysis, approved, etc.) Supports proper communications with governing agencies, permitting bodies, and communities Supports Construction Inspectors with retirement procedures and as-built drawings Participates in drafting contracts and performing review of all project related contract prior to execution with support from appropriate Track Leads Ensures appropriate field engineering and inspection personnel are assigned Provides input for PMO and ADP improvement Driving Results: Ensures project completion packages, data books, as-builts, other job documentation are secured from contractors and that they are distributed to appropriate parties Creates and implements process improvements to enhance program performance Ensures projects are managed to budget, schedule, design and standards Education, Certifications/Licenses: Required: BA/BS in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical preferred) Valid Driver’s License Or Equivalent work experience Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMI), Fundamentals of Engineering (FE), Professional Engineer (PE) Related Work Experience: Required: 0-2 years of project planning, engineering or construction Or Equivalent academic education and experience Preferred: Experience working in the natural gas transmission or distribution field Experience with engineered drawings and permit applications Specific Skills & Knowledge: Ability to manage multiple projects under stressful conditions Familiarity with project management principles Ability to communicate with all levels in the organization CAD/GIS – Intermediate proficiency MS Office – Advanced proficiency Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Occasional local travel to field offices and construction sites Annual travel to PMO Team Meetings Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities. Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services. Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at 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.

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