Support Manager Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Manager, Generation Strategy & Support

Location: Georgia Power
Organization: Generation Services
Reports To: Director, Generation Services

Relocation assistance may be provided.

Position Summary

The Manager, Generation Strategy & Support provides strategic leadership and direction for the integration, performance readiness, and lifecycle support of Georgia Power's generation assets. This role leads cross-functional initiatives to establish operational expectations, maintenance strategies, governance processes, and performance frameworks that support safe, reliable, and cost-effective generation across company-owned and jointly owned facilities.

The position serves as a key business partner to Operations, Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and co-owners, delivering analytical insights, strategic decision support, and Long-Term Service Agreement (LTSA) oversight to optimize asset performance and maximize contractual value.

Key ResponsibilitiesGeneration Asset Integration & Lifecycle Strategy (50%)

• Lead the integration of new and emerging generation assets into the operating fleet.
• Establish operational readiness plans, maintenance strategies, spare parts philosophies, and governance frameworks.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment among Operations, Engineering, Finance, OEMs, and other stakeholders.
• Develop decision-making processes that support long-term asset reliability, performance, and cost optimization.

Maintenance Strategy & Execution Planning (20%)

• Develop and maintain preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies.
• Create multi-year maintenance roadmaps aligned with operational goals.
• Ensure maintenance plans are integrated into outage schedules, resource planning, and budget development.
• Coordinate cross-functional execution efforts and stakeholder communications.

Co-owner Support & Stakeholder Management (10%)

• Lead communications and collaboration with co-owners and external partners.
• Support governance meetings, working groups, and strategic planning sessions.
• Track action items, decisions, and operational commitments.
• Prepare executive-level presentations and reports addressing performance, risks, and opportunities.

Governance & Continuous Improvement (10%)

• Establish and maintain governance processes for maintenance strategy and operational change management.
• Develop standardized reporting methodologies and management procedures.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Drive accountability and organizational alignment through structured governance.

LTSA & Contract Management (10%)

• Oversee Long-Term Service Agreements and other strategic service contracts.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Monitor OEM performance and contract deliverables.
• Align service agreements with operational objectives, outage plans, and financial commitments.

QualificationsEducation

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Analytics, or a related field.
• Equivalent experience in an asset-intensive industrial environment may be considered.

Required Experience

• 10+ years of experience supporting electric generation or other asset-intensive industrial operations.
• 5+ years of leadership, strategic influence, or enterprise-facing experience.
• 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Asset management
  • Operations
  • Maintenance planning
  • Engineering
  • Program or project management
  • Performance improvement
  • Strategic planning
• Experience working with OEMs, vendors, co-owners, or strategic service providers.
• Experience supporting the development, administration, or governance of long-term contracts and service agreements.

Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge

• Electric generation operations and maintenance practices.
• Asset reliability and performance management principles.
• Strategic planning and execution.
• KPI development and performance measurement.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and business case development.
• Maintenance strategy development and outage planning.
• Risk management and issue resolution.
• Vendor, OEM, and contract performance management.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical and contractual information into executive-level recommendations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Proven ability to influence outcomes across organizations without direct authority.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced and ambiguous environments.

Leadership Expectations

• Build strong partnerships across business functions and external organizations.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive strategic initiatives that enhance generation asset performance and operational excellence.
• Lead through influence while promoting a culture of safety, reliability, and innovation.

Working Conditions

• Occasional travel to generation facilities, partner locations, and stakeholder meetings may be required.
• Exposure to confidential operational, contractual, and commercial information.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring Georgia Power's generation fleet is prepared to meet current and future operational demands while maximizing reliability, safety, and long-term value.

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 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 solutions provider 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 customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. 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 benets 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.