Regional Economic Development Manager – GPC Metro South Region

Regional Economic Development Manager – GPC Metro South Region

Atlanta, GA, United States

Regional Economic Development Manager – Georgia Power Metro South Region

This position offers a unique opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor to communities across the Metro South Region, helping them prepare for and attract new economic development investment and grow existing industry. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, strong relationship builder, and collaborative partner who thrives in a dynamic environment — and who is eager to grow and contribute to Georgia Power’s legacy of leadership in economic development.

Please attach a relevant resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in the role and why you want to join Georgia Power’s Regional Economic Development team. What unique experience and passion position you to be competitive for the role and specifically for the Metro South Region territory?

Expected coverage areas:
Butts, Clayton, Coweta, Fayette, Southern Fulton, Henry, and Spalding counties.

This position will be based at the Georgia Power Economic Development offices at 75 5th St. in Atlanta. The new team member will be expected to live in or near the defined region or within the metro Atlanta area. Relocation assistance will be provided if the new team member qualifies.

At Georgia Power Economic Development, our mission is to grow the economy, build communities, and improve our state. Celebrating our 26th year as a top utility in economic development, we are passionate about our mission and have a lot of fun doing it. Our work is rewarding and continuously evolving, building on our legacy to be a Citizen Wherever We Serve.

We seek a highly motivated professional who can operate independently as a trusted advisor to local communities and partners in the southern part of metro Atlanta, one of eleven regions of the state that our team covers. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in strategic relationship management, business development, and community engagement — with the ability and desire to deepen their expertise in economic and community development.

• Recruit Industry – Grow revenue, jobs, and capital investment. Help companies navigate the site selection journey while working alongside state, regional, and local partners.
• Develop Communities – Cultivate long‑term, meaningful relationships around the state and ensure we are supporting local leaders, development authorities, and economic development partners.
• Create Solutions – Produce and leverage innovative tools and resources that promote Georgia as a top state for job growth and investment.

Each Regional Economic Development Manager focuses on six key functions within their region to prepare our regions for productive economic growth.

• Develop and maintain awareness of product (land, buildings, infrastructure, other assets, etc.).
• Understand local economies, target industries, and other ecosystem factors; identify strengths, gaps, and barriers to strategic growth.
• Build and maintain exceptional working relationships with key influencers and partners externally and internally, promoting regionalism and convening stakeholders to advance growth and share best practices.
• Partner with our internal Strategic Solutions team to solve community problems and identify creative solutions.

• Participate in Georgia Power signature programs as a teacher, program owner, or contributor (e.g., Georgia Academy of Economic Development).
• Engage with key external partners to maximize the benefit and influence of Georgia Power’s investments.
• Combine statewide and regional perspectives to ensure partnerships and collaborations have the most valuable impact.

• Serve as regional project lead for competitive expansion projects within the assigned region, advocating for the community and Georgia Power to retain and grow industry.
• Support community projects by coaching and preparing local…