Schedule Analyst

Southern Company • Atlanta, GA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Area Schedule Analyst is part of the Project Management Organization responsible for coordinating and scheduling transmission activities for Georgia Power Company's capital projects. Using Primavera P6 and Critical Path Method (CPM) techniques, the analyst develops and maintains project schedules to optimize timelines and align work with project objectives. The analyst works with project teams to coordinate budgets, schedules, and resources, leads scheduling discussions, and supports design engineering and construction activities. The role also involves analyzing progress, resolving scheduling conflicts, and producing reports that improve transparency and inform decision-making.

This position is 100% on-site at Georgia Power's corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and requires working in the office five days per week. Travel is up to 25%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in project scheduling using Primavera P6 and Critical Path Methodology.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and partners to achieve project goals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and other project management software.
• Models ethical conduct and integrity.
• Ability to cultivate a team environment, resolve conflicts effectively, and work with a large and diverse group of people.

Nice To Haves

• PMP, PMI-SP, or related certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Apply Critical Path Method (CPM) techniques to analyze and optimize schedules, identify potential risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to gather information for schedule development and updates.
• Provide timely schedule updates, forecasts, and reports to project teams and management, highlighting deviations from baseline schedules.
• Facilitate regular schedule review meetings with project teams and partners to maintain alignment and address scheduling issues or changes.
• Monitor project progress and performance against schedules, identify potential delays, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure schedule data is accurately and consistently integrated into project management systems and tools.
• Support the development and implementation of scheduling best practices and standards across projects.
• Assist with project status reports, presentations, and other documentation.
• Provide training and support to team members and partners on scheduling tools and techniques as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees.
• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.
• May be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time