4P Consulting Inc.
Project Support Specialist 3
Location:
Birmingham, AL 35243
Travel:
Up to 50% (as required)
Client- Southern Company
Contract- 10 Months
Position Summary The Project Support Specialist plays a critical role in supporting project teams to ensure efficient execution and timely delivery of power generation and power delivery projects. This role works closely with project managers, engineers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to coordinate project activities, manage documentation, track budgets, and support overall project performance.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
Key Responsibilities Documentation & Project Coordination
Maintain accurate project documentation, including schedules, meeting minutes, action item logs, and progress reports
Coordinate project meetings, track action items, and follow up on deadlines
Prepare and provide timely customer and stakeholder updates
Manage document control processes, including:
Uploading project intake forms and proposal documentation
Maintaining organized project files and records
Support project file consolidation and closeout activities
Assist in the development of project proposals and obtain deliverable estimates from vendors
Resource Management
Support resource allocation activities to ensure appropriate staffing for project tasks
Monitor resource availability and assist in resolving scheduling conflicts
Risk Management
Assist in identifying project risks and assessing potential impacts
Support development of risk mitigation strategies in coordination with the Project Manager
Track risk items and ensure mitigation actions are documented and executed
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Facilitate effective communication among project teams, customers, and external vendors
Participate in project update meetings with customers and vendors as required
Ensure stakeholders are informed of project changes, milestones, and issues
Quality Assurance
Review project deliverables for quality, accuracy, and adherence to established standards
Identify discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions in a timely manner
Budget & Financial Support
Assist in tracking project expenses and maintaining budget records
Process and approve invoices in accordance with project controls
Capture accruals and support financial reporting
Ensure compliance with financial and project governance requirements
Physical Requirements
Role may require ladder and stairway use at power generation or delivery sites
Ability to climb and access elevated or hard-to-reach locations as required
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
Experience
Preferred:
10 years of prior experience in project coordination or project support roles
Experience supporting
Power Generation or Power Delivery projects
is a strong plus
Skills & Competencies
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work at a high pace while managing large workloads
Strong attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications:
Word, Excel, SharePoint, PDF tools
Experience with project management tools:
Microsoft Project, Microsoft Lists, OneNote
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt in a dynamic project environment
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Location:
Birmingham, AL 35243
Travel:
Up to 50% (as required)
Client- Southern Company
Contract- 10 Months
Position Summary The Project Support Specialist plays a critical role in supporting project teams to ensure efficient execution and timely delivery of power generation and power delivery projects. This role works closely with project managers, engineers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to coordinate project activities, manage documentation, track budgets, and support overall project performance.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
Key Responsibilities Documentation & Project Coordination
Maintain accurate project documentation, including schedules, meeting minutes, action item logs, and progress reports
Coordinate project meetings, track action items, and follow up on deadlines
Prepare and provide timely customer and stakeholder updates
Manage document control processes, including:
Uploading project intake forms and proposal documentation
Maintaining organized project files and records
Support project file consolidation and closeout activities
Assist in the development of project proposals and obtain deliverable estimates from vendors
Resource Management
Support resource allocation activities to ensure appropriate staffing for project tasks
Monitor resource availability and assist in resolving scheduling conflicts
Risk Management
Assist in identifying project risks and assessing potential impacts
Support development of risk mitigation strategies in coordination with the Project Manager
Track risk items and ensure mitigation actions are documented and executed
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Facilitate effective communication among project teams, customers, and external vendors
Participate in project update meetings with customers and vendors as required
Ensure stakeholders are informed of project changes, milestones, and issues
Quality Assurance
Review project deliverables for quality, accuracy, and adherence to established standards
Identify discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions in a timely manner
Budget & Financial Support
Assist in tracking project expenses and maintaining budget records
Process and approve invoices in accordance with project controls
Capture accruals and support financial reporting
Ensure compliance with financial and project governance requirements
Physical Requirements
Role may require ladder and stairway use at power generation or delivery sites
Ability to climb and access elevated or hard-to-reach locations as required
Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field
Experience
Preferred:
10 years of prior experience in project coordination or project support roles
Experience supporting
Power Generation or Power Delivery projects
is a strong plus
Skills & Competencies
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work at a high pace while managing large workloads
Strong attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications:
Word, Excel, SharePoint, PDF tools
Experience with project management tools:
Microsoft Project, Microsoft Lists, OneNote
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt in a dynamic project environment
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