Position: Project Support Specialist I
Location:ย 10 Peachtree Place NE Suite 1000, Atlanta, GA 30309
Duration: 1Year
Client:ย Southern Company Gas
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Position Overview
The Project Support Specialist I coordinates key work management tasks related to capital construction projects, including cost-recoverable programs, from project initiation through financial close-out.
This role provides critical administrative and system support to ensure accurate project setup, asset tracking, and contractor coordination. The position serves as a liaison between pipeline contractors and Southern Company Gas (SCG) for system and work management matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals seeking experience in project coordination within a utility or construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Work Management Support
- Coordinate work management activities for capital construction projects
- Support cost-recoverable programs from initiation through financial close-out
- Create and maintain project records in SCG ARM
- Process asset allocation and booking in PowerPlan
- Create non-new business work requests
- Create and validate spot contracts
System & Financial Coordination
- Ensure accurate project setup and system maintenance
- Track project financials and assist with close-out activities
- Maintain accurate documentation within internal systems
Contractor & Stakeholder Liaison
- Serve as liaison between pipeline contractors and Southern Company Gas
- Support resolution of system and work management issues
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and external contractors
Required Qualifications
- Bachelorโs degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field
- 0โ5 years of relevant experience
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in project coordination or support roles
- Experience in utility, construction, or infrastructure environments
- Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project)
- Experience working with enterprise systems such as ARM or PowerPlan