Mgr, Building @ Southern Company

About Southern Company Gas

Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com.

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 benefits 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.

The Building Manager serves as Southern Company Gas, Southern Company and Affiliates (as required) on-site leader for O&M routine, emergency, and preventative maintenance work and for Capital Asset Management project management. This position will lead a team Facilities Technicians. The Building Manager and team are the primary liaison between the Company and our Facilities Management contractor for O&M work and all external contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and other external entities that are associated with Asset Management construction and/or renovation or replacement projects. This position also provides coordination of all activities with internal departments including Information Technology, Corporate Security, Supply Chain, and Land Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides on-the-job training of direct reports in the proper operations and maintenance of building systems.
• Oversees and directs contractor services on equipment and infrastructure to assure work is performed properly.
• Manage direct reports day to day activities, performance management, as well as their growth and development.
• Responsible for collaborating on the development and execution of tactical and strategic solutions for our building management strategy.
• Provide prompt assistance and recommendations to internal clients on solutions to facility related problems.
• Maintain knowledge of new maintenance and commercial construction techniques by involvement in industry training and trade exhibitions.
• Provide input on design and engineering plans as needed to ensure workable and practical solutions
• Maintain honest, ethical, and supportive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other business associates.
• Executive communication
• Customer relationship management
• Vendor management
• Conflict resolution
• Strategic planning
• Financial acumen
• Project management
• Team leadership
• Decision making under pressure
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and building operations.
• Proven customer-service mindset in a corporate environment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• 2-year or 4-year college or technical degree strongly preferred
• Must be able to pass background test for Critical Infrastructure Protocol
• 7+ years of facility related construction or maintenance work experience preferred
• Vendor management and construction coordination experience preferred
• Previous construction or maintenance experience in electrical, structural or mechanical systems preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics and building drawings
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office Products and CMMS systems
• Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance processes
• Understand aspects of construction planning, budgeting and execution
• Proven record of providing exceptional customer service
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to executives, business leaders, contractors, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience presenting project updates, budgets, risks, and recommendations to leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to manage difficult conversations, contractor performance issues, and competing stakeholder priorities.
• Proven experience leading high-performing teams in a customer-focused environment.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop staff members
• Demonstrated success building relationships across multiple business units and external service providers.
• Experience managing large capital projects
• Experience developing budgets, forecasts, business cases, and managing project financial performance.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, contract administration, and vendor negotiations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to respond to after-hours facilities related to emergency situations
• Knowledge of central plants, HVAC controls, BAS/BMS systems, electrical distribution systems, UPS, generators, fire-life safety systems, and access control systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and contractor safety programs
• Ability to build strong partnerships across business units and Southern Company affiliates.
• Ability to anticipate facility risks and develop proactive solutions before they impact operations