Lead Project Manager

GE Vernova•Oakbrook Terrace, IL

3d•$100,000 - $166,700•Remote

About The Position

The Lead Project Manager will lead execution of substation and power grid infrastructure projects across the United States, supporting oil and gas 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. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).

Requirements

Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field
Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in substation, power, or grid infrastructure projects.
Experience executing projects for US Utilities or large industrial customers
Working knowledge of substation systems, project lifecycle execution, and engineering coordination.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Ability and willingness to travel upto 25% of the time, may include international travel, and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies.

Nice To Haves

PMP or other Project Management certification.
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.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end execution of substation projects, including engineering, procurement, manufacturing, installation and testing.
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 oil and gas customers.
Lead customer meetings, progress reviews, and issue resolution discussions.
Coordinate internal teams and external partners 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

medical
dental
vision
prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
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.
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off