Job Description

Transmission Analyst Location: Birmingham, AL
Contract- 3 Years
Client- Southern Company

We are seeking a Transmission Analyst with strong knowledge of Transmission Lines to support the closeout of capital projects within the Transmission Engineering organization. This role focuses on reconciling financial and material data after construction completion, ensuring project closeout accuracy, and maintaining compliance with company procedures. The ideal candidate has a background in transmission design, construction, or maintenance, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the capital project closeout process in adherence to transmission project closeout procedures.

• Research and resolve variances between actual and estimated costs for completed projects.

• Track project closeout progress and maintain proper records and documentation.

• Develop and maintain business reports and analytics to support project reconciliation and financial accuracy.

• Collaborate regularly with internal departments including Engineering, Supply Chain, Property Accounting, Construction, Project Management, and Compliance.

• Leverage data insights to identify process improvements and support best practice development.

• Foster collaborative relationships with stakeholders across departments involved in design and construction.

Qualifications

• Education:

  • Two-year degree from a technical school or university required.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred.

• Experience:

  • Prior experience managing transmission capital projects in the power utility industry preferred.

  • Strongly preferred experience with Transmission Line design, construction, or operations.

• Knowledge & Skills:

  • Understanding of Transmission Line construction scope, equipment, materials, and associated costs.

  • Working knowledge of materials used in line construction and project cost components.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (for data management and analysis).

  • Familiarity with TEAMS (Transmission Estimating and Management System), Maximo, Vault, and PowerPlan is a plus.

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Important Note

This position is not a Project Management or Project Controls role.
It is an analytical position focused on post-construction reconciliation of project costs and materials for transmission assets that have already been placed in service.

Candidates should have solid Transmission Line knowledge to research and resolve financial and scope variances effectively.