Client- Southern Company Services
Location: Birmingham, AL
Contract- 2 Years
Travel: Up to 50% (day and overnight travel)
We are seeking a Project Manager 2 – Plant Asset Data to lead projects focused on improving the accuracy, integrity, and governance of Generation asset data across the fleet.
This role sits within the Operations Data Analytics organization and is responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams to implement a comprehensive Data Governance and Remediation strategy. The Project Manager will serve as the central point of coordination among engineering, operations, supply chain, asset management, and technology teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality.
Lead planning, coordination, and execution of asset data–related projects
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, milestones, and resource allocations
Facilitate project meetings, track action items, and ensure stakeholder alignment
Monitor progress, manage risks, and implement corrective actions as needed
Coordinate transition from existing asset data models to standardized data models
Support end-user training, change management, and adoption efforts
Improve accuracy, completeness, and quality of generation asset data
Increase data usability and accessibility across business units
Establish a strong foundation for data governance and controls
Develop and execute a comprehensive Data Strategy including governance, controls, and remediation
Assess existing asset data models and supporting systems across Generation
Gather and document business requirements for a unified asset data model
Develop and implement a standardized asset data model aligned with industry best practices
Document input from stakeholders (engineering, supply chain, asset management, operations, maintenance, IT)
Establish data governance policies, procedures, and ownership roles
Execute transition and implementation plans
Deliver training, communications, and support to ensure successful adoption
Minimum 5 years of experience in power plant, power delivery, or heavy industrial environments
Minimum 3 years of experience in project management or a similar role
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or related field (preferred)
PMP certification preferred but not required
Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects
Strong understanding of power plant or utility operations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong documentation, organization, and attention to detail
Analytical and solution-oriented problem-solving mindset
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Project, and related tools
Strong customer and stakeholder focus