Business Support, Analyst
Description
Job Summary
Southern Company Gas is looking for talented individuals interested in joining this country's vital natural gas industry. Natural Gas is an essential part of America's Energy mix and a trusted energy source for more than 70 million homes and businesses. This position is an exciting opportunity for persons who enjoy the challenges of supporting the construction of natural gas transmission facilities.
The Business Support Analyst is accountable for ensuring execution of the Construction Operations Cross Bore Prevention, Inspection, and Remediation program. Incumbent responsible for managing the program for Construction Operations within Nicor Gas. The right candidate must be a self-starter, excellent communicator, and able to make sound decisions.
Functional Expertise:
Manage multiple projects and contractors performing sewer camera verification work.
Track and report on project status and Impingements identified.
Ensure cross functional communication and support between Construction Operations, Contractors, Construction Services, DIMP, Asset Protection, etc.
Review and approve Contractor invoices.
Oversee standards and processes are being met internally and with contractors.
Business Acumen:
Ensure projects are managed to budget, schedule, and standards.
Develop, maintain, and report on project budgets.
Work with Cross Bore Program Manager to ensure proper interpretation, application, and implementation of new federal, state, and local codes and guidelines.
Provide direction to contractors and team members based on program requirements and changes in the program.
Engagement:
Provide proper oversight for project activities.
Attend team meetings on a regular basis.
Provide program metrics to Cross Bore Program Manager for reporting to business unit owners and upper management.
Support development of new processes and standards as new field initiatives are introduced.
Driving Results:
Ensure project team tasks and responsibilities are met. Full engagement with deliverables.
Manage Cross Bore program contractors and sewer camera vendors
Review incident investigations and work with Cross Bore Program Manager to develop program enhancements based on findings.
Review lessons learned and trend analysis.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Required:
OR
Preferred:
- Project Management Professional
Related Work Experience:
Required:
5 years developing and implementing process improvements
2 years construction or operations experience in gas distribution or related field
Preferred:
Experience working with city and county infrastructure and the operation of these systems
Knowledge and experience with cross bore impingement discovery, remediation, and program administration
Applicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
Specific Skills & Knowledge:
Required:
MS Office Suite
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with all levels in the organization
Analytical skills
Preferred:
S outhern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
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.
Job Field: Construction
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Illinois-Metro Chicago-Naperville
Operating Company: Southern Company Gas
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
G O Naperville - 1844 W Ferry Rd. (1844NapervilleCODE)
1844 W Ferry Rd.
Naperville, 60536
Req ID: GAS2004236
