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Regional Economic Development Manager – GPC West Region
Georgia Power Company
Lead regional economic development, recruit businesses & support community growth in GA West.
8d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Columbus, GA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
6,490 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Services
Power Generation
Transmission & Distribution
Renewable Energy Solutions
Electric Utilities
Sustainability Services
Grid Modernization
Smart Grid Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy Efficiency
Solar Energy
Electric Transportation
Utility Services
Electrical Infrastructure
Telecommunications
Role
What you would be doing
economic research
stakeholder engagement
reporting
budget tracking
partner collaboration
program participation
- Develop and maintain awareness of product (land, buildings, infrastructure, other assets, etc.);
- Build and maintain exceptional working relationships with key influencers and economic development partners. Promote regionalism and be a convener to advance growth and share best practices;
- Combine a big picture perspective of the state economy with that of the local regions to ensure that partnerships, investments, and collaborations will have the most valuable impact for the region, state, and Georgia Power.
- Meet all tracking, reporting, and budgeting expectations to ensure timely, relevant, and accurate updates for project pipelines, key economic development activities, politically sensitive issues, etc..
- Develop and maintain awareness of local economies, target industries, and other local economic ecosystem factors including intuition for identifying potential barriers, opposing stakeholders, political issues, etc. Identify strengths and gaps to help communities prepare for strategic growth and enable collaboration/consensus;
- Partner with Strategic Solutions (research, engineering, marketing, etc.) to solve community problems, identify creative solutions, and leverage strategic use of our products and services.
- Retention and Expansion: work with partners to visit existing industry. Be an advocate and partner for any identified barriers as well determine leads for potential growth.
- Other GPC Opportunities: collaborate and connect with internal partners to add value from a product, service, or partnership perspective to a customer or community. Keep a Customer Circle of Life context at all times.
- Understand and engage with key external economic development partners and organizations to maximize the benefit and influence of Georgia Power investment;
- Build and maintain exceptional internal working relationships including but not limited to External Affairs, Power Delivery, Customer Choice, Customer Solutions, etc. This includes being a continuous student of our business and not knowing everything, but knowing “who to call;”
- Participate and add value to Georgia Power signature programs as a teacher, program owner, or contributor (i.e. Georgia Academy of Economic Development, etc.);
What you bring
project management
bachelor's degree
aicp
communication
self‑motivated
team player
- Project management, communication (oral and written), facilitation and problem-solving skills to coordinate most aspects of customer's (existing customer, new business project, community, or special project) need and to understand, identify, and meet critical time constraints.
- Excellent presentation skills to provide data or information to wide and diverse audiences which may include community and political/elected leaders, company officers, consultants, state partners and the public.
- Ability to propose and develop creative solutions which anticipate client needs and maximize the use of technology and efficiency.
- Project Management and Motivation : ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects/requests, respond to urgent deadlines, and efficiently schedule time to be effective and practice balance and wellness. Highly self-motivated with a strong work ethic to balance travel, early morning or evening commitments, as well as meeting deadlines for deliverables. Comfortable with saying no, asking for help, and supporting other team members as needed.
- Must be self-motivated and be able to perform both self-directed and team-oriented project work.
- Strong computer/technology skills across a wide variety of products are desirable.
- Certifications such as AICP, CEcD, CCIM, CMF, EDFP, GCED a plus
- Knowledge of Georgia Territorial Electric Service Act and Georgia Power's region structure and a contact network within the region is very helpful.
- Communication : exceptional communication skills across all platforms is critical: written, presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal. Includes formal and informal settings as well as the ability to translate complex concepts or advance a particular position.
- Must be a strong team player, very supportive of teammates and customers, with sense of urgency to meet deadlines and obligations.
- Knowledge of economic and community development concepts are very helpful.
- Bachelor's Level Degree highly preferred.
- RED Team Member Cross-functional Skills:
- Relationship Building and Management : ability to build exceptional working relationships quickly and effectively across all levels of leadership (communities, governments, customers, nonprofits, etc.). Practice and maintain a high level of self-awareness. Successful Economic Development is rooted in confidentiality: RED members must gain and keep trust across all economic development ecosystems to successfully support and advocate for projects and communities.
- Entrepreneurial mindset : each RED manager is trusted to determine the best way to support the goals of the region and Georgia Power. This requires exceptional discernment, prioritizing, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration to determine where and how to spend time and budget to advance Georgia Power and community-driven goals.
- Expertise is driven by the economic development process as well as emerging and evolving trends. We are proud of our continuous learning mindset and offer training and development to support the growth of each member and add value to the overall team;
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Overview
$11 billion
Annual Revenues
The company generates significant revenue annually, reflecting its large-scale operations and influence in the energy sector.
30 years
Nuclear Expansion Gap
The company was instrumental in bringing nuclear energy back to the US with the first expansion in three decades.
2.7 million
Customers Served
The company provides electricity to a substantial portion of Georgia's population, underscoring its regional importance.
155 counties
Georgia Coverage
The company operates across most of Georgia, highlighting its extensive service area.
- The company evolved from streetcar operations into Georgia’s largest electric utility.
- It manages generation, transmission, and distribution of energy.
- The company operates a diverse energy mix, including coal, gas, nuclear, solar, and hydro, supported by smart grid investments.
- It played a key role in building Plant Vogtle’s new nuclear Units 3 & 4, the first US nuclear expansion in 30 years.
- Typical projects include outage restoration, pole replacements, smart-device deployments, and utility-scale solar installations.
- Ownership by Southern Company gives it regional scale, but it remains the primary power provider for Georgia.
- Standout projects include operating North America’s largest coal plant (Plant Scherer) and co-owning the Edwin Hatch nuclear plant.
- The company is shifting toward renewables and smart grid resilience while maintaining large-scale thermal and nuclear assets.
- Commitment to safety
- Integrity and honesty
- Customer focus
- Operational excellence
- Environmental stewardship
- Community involvement
- Innovation
50% CO2 reduction by 2030
Carbon Emissions Target
Aims to reduce CO2 emissions by half by 2030 compared to 2005 levels.
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across all operations by 2050.
2030 emissions target
Climate Action Milestone
Interim goal to halve CO2 emissions by 2030 as part of the broader net-zero strategy.
- Expansion of renewable energy sources, including solar power
- Ongoing investment in clean energy technology and grid modernization
- Commitment to reducing water usage in power generation
- Increased efficiency and reduced waste in operations
26% workforce
Women in workforce
Percentage of women in Georgia Power's total workforce.
20% leadership
Women in leadership
Percentage of leadership roles held by women.
- Commitment to creating an inclusive work environment
- Participation in workforce development programs aimed at underrepresented groups
- Diversity of thought and innovation encouraged in all company initiatives
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