Project Control Supervisor

Southern Company•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Controls Schedule Supervisor will be responsible for providing leadership and direction for a team of Scheduling Analysts supporting a multi-year capital portfolio within GPC Distribution, with responsibility for schedule development, progress tracking, critical path analysis, and performance reporting at a project-level that informs leadership decision-making. This team will ensure the GPC Distribution organization has robust scheduling processes, tools, and timely communication in place to effectively manage project timelines and delivery expectations. The successful candidate will work closely with other Project Controls groups, the Distribution organization, and cross-functional partners to support integrated planning and execution across the portfolio.

Requirements

B.S./B.A. in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or related field, or relevant work experience beneficial
Experience with enterprise scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
Experience in Project Controls, Project Management, Scheduling, or Construction Planning preferred
Understanding of project dependencies, critical path, resource loading, and risk impacts on schedules
Seven (7) years of utility experience preferred
Strong understanding of scheduling principles, project lifecycle, and project delivery methodologies
Understanding of project dependencies, critical path, resource loading, and risk impacts on schedules
Ability to frame and communicate complex schedule risks, constraints, and recovery plans
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence and inform, as well as the ability to frame and communicate complex business problems and insights to various audiences
Highly developed business intuition
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on schedule optimization
Acts as a Change Agent with a focus on Continuous Improvement in scheduling practices and tools
Critical thinker, organized, and results driven
Must have demonstrated ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast paced, team environment
Customer-focused with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients
Demonstrates Our Values (Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance)
Demonstrates ability to think strategically and drive tactical execution of strategic initiatives
Demonstrates experience developing, coaching, and retaining high‑performing analytical teams, including goal setting and performance feedback

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree and/or PMP or other scheduling-related certifications (e.g., PMI-SP) is a plus
Experience supporting large capital projects or portfolios beneficial
Formal supervisory experience with performance management responsibilities is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead a team of Scheduling Analysts supporting a multi-year capital portfolio, driving delivery performance through coaching, goal setting, and continuous feedback.
Oversee development, integration, and maintenance of project schedules to ensure alignment with scope, milestones, and organizational standards.
Direct schedule progress tracking, forecasting, and performance analysis, enabling timely and informed leadership decision-making.
Perform and guide critical path analysis, evaluating dependencies, constraints, and risks impacting project execution.
Proactively identify schedule risks and delays, developing and implementing mitigation and recovery strategies to protect project timelines.
Deliver clear, concise schedule reporting and presentations, translating complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Project Controls, operations, and business partners to support integrated planning and portfolio execution.
Establish and enforce standardized scheduling processes, tools, and governance practices, improving consistency and operational efficiency.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing scheduling methodologies, systems, and team capabilities.
Communicate schedule health, risks, constraints, and recovery plans to leadership, influencing strategic and operational decisions.
Guides team to ensure data accuracy, attention to detail, adherence to processes and procedures, and innovation in effort to foster continuous improvement.
Actively fosters an inclusive team culture through equitable decision-making, coaching, and development opportunities.