Jobs · Business Development · Alabama

Data Analytics Analyst, Business Support

AbilityLinks · Birmingham, AL · 3 wk ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time

Georgia Power’s Power Delivery Business Support Team provides administrative, financial, and technology support for the construction of transmission and distribution assets, including Transmission Construction, GRID, Distribution Construction, Network Underground, Make Ready, Asset Management, and Centralized Engineering.

About the role

The Data Analytics Analyst delivers analytical and technical support to Power Delivery Construction leadership by converting operational and financial data into actionable business insights. This role builds reporting, automation, and data-driven solutions that improve decision-making, increase efficiency, and support construction operations. Field engagement may be required to understand operational workflows and ensure solutions align with business needs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analytical tools that support operational and financial decision-making
  • Extract, analyze, and interpret data from multiple systems to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
  • Design and implement automated reporting and business process solutions that improve efficiency and data accuracy
  • Partner with Construction Operations, Supply Chain, Business Support, Digital, and Technology teams to address business challenges through analytics
  • Develop and maintain queries, scripts, and data solutions that enhance visibility into project costs, productivity, and resource utilization
  • Ensure data integrity, consistency, and governance across reporting and analytical processes
  • Communicate analytical findings and recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers
  • Support emerging analytics, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Complete special projects and ad hoc analyses as needed
  • Assist with storm restoration duties as needed

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Experience in data analytics, business intelligence, reporting, data management, or a related analytical field
  • Experience working with enterprise business systems and operational data sources (e.g., Maximo, Oracle, CAMP, financial systems, or similar platforms)
  • Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, solve problems, and support business decision-making
  • Proficiency with SQL and experience extracting, querying, and analyzing data from multiple sources
  • Experience using reporting, visualization, and automation tools such as Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, or similar technologies
  • Experience developing dashboards, reports, and automated solutions that improve business processes and operational efficiency
  • Understanding of data quality, governance, integration, and reporting best practices
  • Understanding of project financials, cost tracking, budgeting, and management reporting
  • Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience working within Agile or project-based delivery environments
  • Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned work location or be willing to relocate

Skills

  • Demonstrate “Our Values” of Safety First, Superior Performance, Intentional Inclusion, and Act with Integrity in all interactions
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Power BI, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights and recommendations
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and quality
  • Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate across multiple departments and organizational levels
  • Ability to explain technical concepts to business stakeholders in a clear and practical manner
  • Demonstrates initiative, accountability, sound business judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset
  • Team-oriented, adaptable, and proactive approach to solving business challenges

Benefits

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. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program.

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plans, including 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Georgia Power is an equal opportunity employer.

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