MCU Offshore Project Manager

GE Vernova

1d•$114,100 - $190,200•Remote

About The Position

Join GE Wind’s Offshore Main Component Update (MCU) team, responsible for the strategy, tools, and workforce supporting major component exchanges on offshore wind turbines. The Offshore MCU Project Manager provides strategic leadership for the full lifecycle of heavy corrective maintenance projects, from vessel load-out through completion of mechanical and electrical operations. The role leads the MCU project team and engineering functions, manages client and subcontractor interfaces, and ensures safe, on-time, on-budget delivery of major component exchange and update scopes across wind farm projects. The position is fully accountable for MCU deliverables, schedule, and budget, and reports to the Head of MCU Department. It translates corporate standards into project execution plans tailored to customer requirements and local regulations, and is authorized to make technical, logistical, and financial decisions within the MCU scope. The role works closely with Sourcing, EHS, Engineering Back-Office/Project, and Commercial/Tender teams, and serves as the primary external interface with clients, Marine Warranty Surveyors, vessel suppliers, and other third parties. The position is fully remote, based in the United States, with offshore travel and mobilization to project sites as needed for campaign support.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field.
At least 5 years of experience in wind energy, offshore construction, or oil and gas.
Proven experience managing large-scale offshore operations, Transport & Installation (T&I) engineering, or major EPCI/T&I contracts.
Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary engineering and operations teams.

Nice To Haves

Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and leadership capabilities.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex problems.
Track record leading cross-functional programs or projects.
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
Established project management skills; PMP or equivalent is a plus.

Responsibilities

Direct the MCU project lifecycle, from commercial proposal through offshore execution of major component exchanges.
Lead, mentor, and coordinate the project engineering and operations team.
Manage project budgets, financial performance, and resource allocation across engineering studies, specialized tooling, and offshore labor.
Oversee scheduling, identify critical paths, and mitigate risks or weather delays related to offshore heavy lifting and component replacement.
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, project teams, and back-office management.
Oversee planning, budgeting, and cost estimation for major component exchange packages.
Review metocean analyses and weather-related downtime assessments for offshore heavy lifts.
Validate tender documentation, guidelines, and standard operating procedures for offshore MCUs.
Collaborate with marine contractors and commercial teams on preliminary lifting plans, vessel deck layouts, and sea-fastening arrangements, with the Project Engineer.
Direct review and approval of lifting plans, MCU manuals, and method statements for exchanging major components, with the Project Engineer.
Lead collaboration with the Marine Warranty Surveyor, customer, and MCU contractor on operational sequencing, rigging design, and lifting approvals.
Ensure compliance with Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) and GE's ServiceMax digital document management system.
Coordinate with Sourcing on procurement, mobilization, and timely delivery of replacement components, tooling, and spare parts.
Lead pre-operation HAZID sessions with the EHS team and finalize MCU scopes of work for labor contracts.
Ensure the MCU exchange strategy and safety standards are followed during active offshore operations.
Provide strategic and operational support to offshore MCU Operations Managers and vessel operations during campaigns.
Validate as-built sea-fastening, lifting gear, and vessel deck layouts with the Project Engineer, Transportation team, and vessel supplier.
Anticipate operational obstacles and coordinate back-office and project team support to resolve site challenges.
Champion GE's EHS culture across documentation, preparation, and live offshore support phases.
Lead lessons-learned sessions and assess results for continuous improvement.
Translate corporate standards into actionable execution plans tailored to customer requirements and local regulations.
Make critical technical, logistical, and financial decisions within the MCU scope while balancing constraints and safety mandates.
Manage interfaces with clients, Marine Warranty Surveyors, vessel suppliers, and third-party stakeholders.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 resources and financial planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability benefits.
Life insurance.
12 paid holidays.
Permissive time off.
Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
Professional development and competitive compensation.