Lead Project Manager

GE Vernova • Longmont, CO

4d • $95,700 - $159,500

About The Position

The Lead Project Manager plans, leads, organizes, and motivates a cross-functional project team working on turbine controls. The role leads end-to-end projects from purchase order receipt through commissioning, serving as a primary customer contact and coordinating customer requirements, project execution, and closeout. The Lead Project Manager is accountable for on-time, on-budget, and on-quality performance; project financials; schedules and milestones; risk communication; and alignment across project functions. The position also contributes to continuous process improvement and applies knowledge of manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and turbine and generator control technologies.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a STEM field or Management, at least three years of experience managing more than 10 projects simultaneously, and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time. GE Vernova describes its work environment as offering professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. U.S. compensation is listed as $95,700 to $159,500, subject to geographic differentials and candidate-related factors, with eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus. Relocation assistance is provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM major (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or Management from an accredited college or university.
• At least 3 years of experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, with more than 10 projects at a time.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time for meetings such as project kickoffs, closeouts, and witness tests.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn and share knowledge and experience.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in new areas requiring rapid problem-solving.
• Initiative to explore alternative approaches to solving problems.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of experience in controls and/or turbines.
• At least 3 years of experience in project management or customer-facing roles.
• Experience with SAP Enterprise Software.
• Experience working with global engineering and supply chain teams.
• Willingness to obtain Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary customer contact from purchase order receipt through commissioning, resolving specification issues, handling correspondence, providing updates, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Negotiate customer-requested changes to price and delivery, arrange witness tests, manage contracts and terms, collect accounts receivable, and close out projects.
• Deliver end-to-end projects on time, on budget, and at the required quality level.
• Manage and report project financials, including budgets, costs, margins, invoicing, and receivable collection; promote change orders and provide estimate-at-completion forecasts.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and critical control points in collaboration with functions responsible for milestones and task completion dates.
• Direct and administer project-related activities using QMS procedures.
• Facilitate project planning, risk, and review meetings.
• Provide daily engagement, leadership, and direction to project functions to align the team on goals and deliverables.
• Develop and suggest process enhancements to support continuous improvement while maintaining productivity and efficiency.
• Monitor project progress and update stakeholders, identifying and communicating project risks to management in a timely manner.
• Influence decision-making and problem-solving across cross-functional teams to develop inclusive, mutually beneficial solutions for the customer and organization.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a 24/7 nurse-based Health Coach 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 resources and financial planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Permissive time off.
• Relocation assistance.
• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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