Meeting/Event Planner jobs in Mississippi

Meeting/Event Planner plans and organizes live or virtual meetings and events for an organization or external clients. Implements an event strategy to achieve objectives. Being a Meeting/Event Planner researches and recommends event venues. Coordinates meeting logistics, including attendee registration, transportation, accommodations, meals, and technology. Additionally, Meeting/Event Planner conducts rehearsals and system checks of all equipment and connectivity. Researches and maintains relationships with vendors for event support services. Coordinates budget planning and ensures that events stay within cost projections. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Meeting/Event Planner occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Meeting/Event Planner typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Planner
  • Southern Company
  • Point, MS OTHER
  • JOB SUMMARY :

    This position will report to the regional planning team leader and will be responsible for working closely with plant system owners, engineers, and contractors to accomplish planning, estimating, scheduling, and coordination of outage maintenance activities. This position will serve as the primary planner and scheduler for outage maintenance activities and support the coastal generating plants (Daniel, Watson, Chevron).

    • Build and update level 4, Project Execution, schedules in Primavera P6 for planned outages.

    • Perform outage schedule reviews with project leads.

    • Develop, forecast & track outage reports (pre-outage milestones, post-outage metrics and outage critiques, etc.).

    • Strive to achieve level 5 results on schedule related plant outage goals and their documentation for all Coastal Generation major outages.

    • Collaborate with planners, system owners, engineers, contract coordinators, and team leaders to ensure that P6 schedules reflect an accurate projection of the use of plant and contractor resources.

    • Manage offline planned PM maintenance strategy.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS :

    • Outage/Project planning and scheduling.

    • Power user of Maximo or comparable asset management program and Primavera or comparable scheduling program for planning and scheduling.

    • Extensive experience utilizing MRS, Tableau, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, etc.

    • Significant power plant experience, preferably in both maintenance and planning. Knowledge of generating plant technology, maintenance, and operations related to major outage and project activities.

    • Maintain accurate and timely communications with other plant functional teams.

    • Ability to work effectively with various departments, particularly with Operations, Maintenance, Fuels and Engineering.

    • Familiarity using multi-media/computer-based training resources is a plus.

    JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

    • Demonstrated ability in scheduling activities within Primavera applications, preferably P6. Ability to build level 4, Project Execution, schedules in Primavera P6 or other scheduling software preferred.

    • Proficiency in leveling resources, daily updates, building sequence of events, and identifying critical path activities preferred.

    • Significant plant maintenance experience, preferably in both maintenance and planning.

    • Knowledge of generating plant technology, maintenance, and operations related to major outage and project activities.

    • System owner, construction, outage planning, or outage execution experience preferred.

    • Diverse experience with other utilities, construction, or other industries beneficial.

    • Knowledge of power plants and plant systems.

    • Ability to make decisions and demonstrate short/long term strategic planning skills.

    • Ability to evaluate results, develop a follow-up plan, and achieve closure of projects.

    • Must possess superior interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

    • Must have the ability to communicate and work effectively in teams with varied individuals (craft personnel, supervisory, staff, and management).

    • Well organized and capable of handling multiple priorities simultaneously.

    Proficient in the use of the following computer software is required :

    • Word

    • Excel (Advanced Level including creating pivot tables, reports, etc. is a plus.)

    • PowerPoint

    Proficient in the use of the following computer software is preferred :

    • Enterprise Solutions (Maximo, MRS, Oracle) is desired.

    • Primavera P6 or comparable scheduling software is desired.

    • Proficient with the set up and use of databases is desired.

    • Tableau is a plus.

    Behavioral Attributes:

    • Demonstrate safety as a core value.

    • Possess a questioning attitude.

    • Team oriented.

    • Candidate must demonstrate Our Values and Safety First.

    Mississippi Power , a subsidiary of Southern Company, provides clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy to more than 192,000 customers and communities in 23 southeast Mississippi counties. In its 98th year, Mississippi Power is a leader in customer service, workforce development and education, environmental stewardship, and employee volunteerism. The company is an industry leader when it comes to working safely, providing around-the-clock reliable service and its expert storm response. Mississippi Power has been at the forefront of innovation in the state through strategic partnerships in electric transportation and solar energy. The company has worked with the Coast Transit Authority to put the state’s first electric public transportation bus in operation and with Forrest County Agriculture High School on the state’s first electric school bus. It also partnered with the Hattiesburg Zoo on a new electric train and worked with the country’s largest Domino’s franchise to electrify its delivery fleet. Also, a leader in renewable energy, Mississippi Power partnered with the Naval Construction Battalion Center to install the first microgrid at a Navy facility. The company was among the first to introduce utility scale solar in the state with nearly 160 MW of renewable energy produced, enough to power 23,000 homes for a year. Mississippi Power’s mission is to provide world-class value to our customers and communities every day.

    Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

    Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

    Job Identification: 5208

    Job Category: Power Plant Operations & Maintenance

    Job Schedule: Full time

    Company: Mississippi Power

  • 10 Days Ago

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Planner
  • Central Mississippi Planning And Development...
  • Pearl, MS FULL_TIME
  • Planner **Best Benefits Package Available** Employee-Only Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance paid 100% by the company! The first year of work accrues over 30 paid days away from work with our genero...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Planner A
  • BOLLINGER MISSISSIPPI SHIPBUILDING LLC
  • Pascagoula, MS FULL_TIME
  • GENERAL FUNCTION: Develops/Create work packages/work orders, maintains production routings, and monitors process lead time to support the Master schedule. Works under the general direction of Director...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Event Planner
  • Studio 332, LLC
  • Starkville, MS CONTRACTOR,TEMPORARY
  • Studio 332 (Opening May 2024) is a event venue that hosts monthly and weekly events, fitness classes, workshops and more. Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Event Planner ...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Buyer/Planner
  • TK Elevator Corporation
  • Byhalia, MS FULL_TIME
  • The first 3 letters in workplace safety are Y-O-U! TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Operational Buyer/Planner in Byahlia, MS Operational buyer provides inputs to business projects and c...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Production Planner
  • Relativity Space
  • Mississippi State, MS FULL_TIME
  • Company Overview: At Relativity Space, we have two audacious goals: to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading force in additive manufacturing inno...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Administrative Assistant Coordinator
  • Revolution Technologies
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • ~ 4 months contract before the position becomes permanent Opportunity for extension or conversion based on attendance/pe...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Corporate Sales Manager
  • Tailwater Lodge Altmar, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
  • Altmar, NY
  • Tailwater Lodge Altmar, Tapestry Collection by Hilton; a Woodbine Hospitality property, has an opening for an energetic ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Event Concierge
  • White Lodging Services Corp.
  • Austin, TX
  • **Event Concierge** **Job Description** Summary: The Event Concierge serves as the primary point of contact for the meet...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Event Concierge
  • Hyatt Hotels Corp.
  • Houston, TX
  • Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Events Team as an Event Concierge at Hyatt Regency Houston-Dow...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Administrative Assistant Coordinator
  • Revolution Technologies
  • St Petersburg, FL
  • ~ 4 months contract before the position becomes permanent Opportunity for extension or conversion based on attendance/pe...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Administrative Coordinator
  • ICONMA, LLC
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Location: St. Petersburg, FL Duration: 4 months with possible contract to hire/ with possible extension Description: Dut...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Meeting and Event Planner (#24-061)
  • Strategic Analysis
  • Arlington, VA
  • Strategic Analysis, Inc. (SA) is an industry-leading government professional services firm headquartered in Arlington, V...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Banquet Red Coat
  • White Lodging Services Corp.
  • Charlotte, NC
  • **Banquet Red Coat** **Job Description** Summary: The Red Coat Banquet server serves as the primary point of contact for...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

Mississippi is bordered to the north by Tennessee, to the east by Alabama, to the south by Louisiana and a narrow coast on the Gulf of Mexico; and to the west, across the Mississippi River, by Louisiana and Arkansas. In addition to its namesake, major rivers in Mississippi include the Big Black River, the Pearl River, the Yazoo River, the Pascagoula River, and the Tombigbee River. Major lakes include Ross Barnett Reservoir, Arkabutla Lake, Sardis Lake, and Grenada Lake with the largest lake being Sardis Lake. Mississippi is entirely composed of lowlands, the highest point being Woodall Mountai...
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Income Estimation for Meeting/Event Planner jobs
$59,847 to $77,417

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