Datacenter Program Director, North America

GE Vernova

4d•Remote

About The Position

GE Vernova is seeking a Program Director to lead end-to-end execution of flagship datacenter projects across North America, including Canada and the United States. As a strategic leader for the Power Conversion Services (PCS) segment, the role owns profitability and financial results for a high-value portfolio, with orders ranging from $1.6 billion to $3.5 billion. The position balances complex technical execution with financial performance targets and supports strategic growth and services expansion. The Program Director leads project managers and project delivery professionals and reports to the General Manager of Power Conversion and Storage, North America. The role is remote. GE Vernova will employ only candidates legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, or a related field.
15+ years of progressive leadership managing complex projects, programs, or business segments in a comparably sized organization.
Proven record leading complex, multi-year, multi-regional projects with budgets of $1 billion or more.
Deep understanding of professional project management methodologies and best practices for delivering major turnkey projects.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage large direct and indirect headcounts, and navigate complex cultural contexts.
Strong background in complex technical environments, including grid and system studies.
Exceptional ability to build relationships with hyperscaler clients and influence organizational strategy at the executive level.
Proven skill coordinating and driving cross-regional business and systems delivery across multiple factories.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end delivery of large-scale datacenter projects, ensuring execution within scope, schedule, and quality standards.
Own the program budget, control costs, ensure financial compliance with GE Vernova standards, and manage change orders to optimize profitability.
Serve as the primary interface with hyperscalers and key developers; manage governance structures, mitigate risks, and align stakeholders.
Oversee technical and operational work packages and ensure alignment with GE Vernova technical and security requirements.
Coordinate a complex, multi-country supply chain and ensure regulatory compliance.
Partner with the Inquiry to Order stage to influence future datacenter orders and scale PCS capabilities.
Recruit and lead Project Managers and support functions to ensure successful project delivery.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, including a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity Executive Services
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Restoration Plan with company credits on eligible pay above IRS limits
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility for candidates applying to a U.S.-based position
Professional development
Competitive compensation