Lead Project Manager

GE Vernova • Oakbrook Terrace, IL

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About The Position

The Lead Project Manager will lead execution of substation and power grid infrastructure projects across the United States, supporting utility and data center customers. This role requires a strong foundation in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, hands-on project management experience, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in substation, power, or grid infrastructure projects.
• Experience executing projects for U.S. utilities or Data Centers
• Working knowledge of substation systems, project lifecycle execution, and engineering coordination.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Project experience supporting data center customers or large industrial power infrastructure.
• PMP or other Project Management certification.
• Familiarity with U.S. utility practices, standards, and interconnection requirements.
• Experience with GE Grid Solutions products or similar OEM/EPC environments.
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, SAP, etc.).
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills in a matrix organization.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Results-driven mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Willingness to travel domestically for customer meetings and site activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of substation projects, including engineering, procurement, manufacturing, installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk alignment with contract requirements and GE Grid Solutions processes.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and execution plans.
• Identify risks and opportunities and implement mitigation or recovery plans as needed.
• Serve as the primary project interface for electrical and mechanical engineering disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, utility standards, NEC, IEEE, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support technical decision-making related to substation equipment such as transformers, switchgear, breakers, protection & control, and HV/MV systems.
• Act as the primary point of contact for utility and data center customers.
• Lead customer meetings, progress reviews, and issue resolution discussions.
• Coordinate internal teams and external partners, including EPCs, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Interface with Various internal and external Suppliers and OEM’s
• Manage project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, billing milestones, and margin protection.
• Support change management, claims, and contract administration in collaboration with commercial teams.
• Ensure compliance with GE policies, contractual obligations, and internal controls.
• Ensure strict adherence to GE EHS policies and promote a strong safety culture across all project activities.
• Drive quality execution in accordance with GE standards, utility requirements, and project-specific quality plans.

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
• GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs
• GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion.
• No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level