The Power Delivery Governance Manager is responsible for Power Delivery portfolio capital governance across the state of Georgia during a time of substantial growth. This role is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and supporting governance frameworks across the organization’s capital portfolio. This position acts as a bridge between leadership, AFT, project controls, and project management to ensure transparency, accountability and consistency. Key Job Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of eight internal personnel including a supervisor and analysts Define and maintain policies, standards, and procedures for capital project lifecycle management Ensure consistent application of governance across capital projects and programs Drive continuous improvement of governance processes and standards based on lessons learned and performance data Ensure alignment of capital portfolio with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements Partner with project controls and project management to ensure reliable and accurate cost, schedule and risk data, as well as standardized reporting across the portfolio Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements Support audits and regulatory filings related to capital investments Drive accountability for project governance through governance structures and processes Lead communication of governance recommendations, outcomes and decisions Build and maintain effective partnerships with Power Delivery Leadership, Transmission Project Management Organization, Distribution Project Controls, Distribution Portfolio Management and Project Shared Services Education Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or other relevant disciple preferred Experience Minimum three (3) years of leadership experience Executive level presentation skills, as well as effective verbal and written communication of complex concepts Strong understanding of capital project lifecycles and/or governance structures Experience in one or more areas preferred: capital governance, project controls, program/project management, finance Strong facilitation skills with the ability to deliver high quality outcomes Advanced analytical and financial acumen Ability to influence without direct authority Experience working cross-functionally in a highly matrixed organization Proven ability and determination to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines Knowledge & Skills High level of ownership and self-motivated to deliver high-quality outcomes Strong critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, problem-solving skills and resourcefulness Proactively communicates with appropriate stakeholders Strategic thinker that can interpret details into actionable insights and communicate the business impact Ability to identify streamlining opportunities and execute process improvements that provide greater efficiency to the business Ability to find opportunity in complex & ambiguous environments Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage and communicate with internal and external stakeholders Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook Behavioral Attributes Demonstrate behaviors in alignment with the Southern Company "Our Values" of Safety First, Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, and Superior Performance Ensure a team culture that is inclusive, focused on operational excellence, innovative and continuously improving Demonstrates ability to think strategically and drive tactical execution of strategic initiatives Demonstrates ability to develop and coach a high-performing team Other Requirements Successful candidate must be available to support storm duty Must live in/near or be willing to relocate within reasonable distance from work location This position can require some travel – approximately 25% per year