Project Manager - Gatekeeper
Organization Description
Job Title : Project Manager Gatekeeper
Reports to : Tracey Wrighter
Location : Georgia Power (GPC) Corporate Headquarters- 241 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA
Department : Transmission Project Controls
Travel : Up to 15%
Job Description
The Project Manager Gatekeeper will be responsible for overseeing and managing the gate transition process for Transmission projects, ensuring that all project documentation, reviews, and approvals are completed before advancing to the next gate. This role serves as a critical control point for maintaining project governance, reducing risks, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational requirements. They will collaborate closely with Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Cost Analysts, Governance, and other team members to provide feedback, identify risks, and ensure that project plans are accurate, comprehensive, and ready for execution.
Job experience and Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
Advanced degree and/or CPA/PE/PMP certification is a plus
Job Responsibilities:
Manage the transition between project gates, ensuring all necessary documentation is submitted, reviewed, and approved.
Conduct reviews at project gate transitions to ensure compliance with internal standards and readiness for the next phase.
Review project plans for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with timelines, risk management, scope, constructability, and budget criteria.
Provide timely feedback to project teams to address gaps or issues early in the project lifecycle.
Identify potential project risks and documentation gaps, escalating issues as needed.
Track project status across all gates and provide regular reports to leadership on significant risks, delays, or documentation issues.
Drive continuous improvement by participating in feedback loops, implementing lessons learned, and adjusting processes accordingly.
Serve as a liaison between project teams, management, and governance, clearly communicating bottlenecks, needs, and requests for additional information before advancing to the next gate.
Identify and assess project risks during gate reviews, recommending and monitoring the implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
Provide guidance and training to project managers and teams on the gate review process, criteria, and best practices to ensure successful progression.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to build trust, act ethically, maintain professional relationships, and promote a culture of inclusion.
Strong project management experience with a solid understanding of the gated process.
Proficient in reviewing project documentation, identifying risks, and ensuring compliance with processes.
Creative problem solver with attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications; experience with data tools such as Microsoft Power BI or Tableau is a plus
Effective communication skills with the ability to present data and analysis results both graphically and verbally to diverse audiences.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide constructive feedback.
Capable of working independently without direct supervision.
Embrace and champion change with a positive attitude; manage shifting priorities and deadlines.
Understands that after-hours response may occasionally be required due to customer needs, project schedules, storm restoration, or unforeseen circumstances.
Behavioral Attributes:
Demonstrates company values (Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance).
Models ethical conduct in all situations.
Ability to cultivate a collaborative team environment for successful project delivery.
Skilled in conflict resolution across individuals and functional areas.
Enjoys working with a large, diverse team to accomplish projects as a unified group.
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 residential and commercial 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 infrastructure company 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 our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero 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 and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. 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: 10303
Job Category: Engineering
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power