Jacki Watson
Marietta,GA
Summary
Engineering consultant with proven expertise in team leadership and project compliance. Demonstrated ability to enhance interdepartmental communication and streamline workflows, resulting in increased operational efficiency. Achieved significant budget recoveries and elevated team performance through strategic initiatives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant Engineer
Watson Utility Consulting, LLC
Marietta, GA
05.2023 - Current
- Decoded billing processes to align with new accounting system requirements.
- Recovered $20M for CES budget in 2024 through analysis of billing practices.
- Achieved $13M in billing for 2024, with a subsequent 260% increase to $34M in 2025.
- Established tracking mechanisms for aging invoices to facilitate timely follow-ups.
- Maintained effective communication with CES team, leadership, accounting, engineering, GDOT, and local authorities.
Centralized Engineering Services Supervisor
Georgia Power Company
Atlanta, GA
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Supervised team operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated work schedules and assigned tasks to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Trained new employees on company policies and operational procedures.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline project execution.
- Resolved employee conflicts and promoted a positive work environment.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Managed budget for department, ensuring all expenses stayed within allocated funds.
- Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.
Engineering Supervisor
Georgia Power Company
N Shallowford Operating HQ, Metro North Region
02.2014 - 09.2017
- Supervised engineering teams to ensure project compliance with safety standards.
- Reviewed engineering designs to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline project workflows.
- Managed a team of engineers, providing guidance and direction on daily tasks and long-term projects.
- Reviewed designs created by engineers for accuracy prior to production implementation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL08-1985
High School Diploma -
St. Paul's Episcopal School
161 Dogwood Lane, Mobile , AL05-1980
Skills
- Billing analysis and accounting systems
- Project compliance and engineering oversight
- Data tracking and team coordination
- Team coordination
- Workflow optimization
Timeline
Consultant Engineer
Watson Utility Consulting, LLC
05.2023 - Current
Centralized Engineering Services Supervisor
Georgia Power Company
09.2017 - 05.2023
Engineering Supervisor
Georgia Power Company
02.2014 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Alabama
High School Diploma -
St. Paul's Episcopal School