Project Control Specialist- Facilities

GE Vernova•Elgin Township, IL

1d•$72,700 - $121,100•Onsite

About The Position

As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research Center (ARC) is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business’s mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future. Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova’s businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy. We are seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to execute the strategic procurement of facility-related goods & services, while also monitoring project spend from a cost controls viewpoint. This role serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure that all research operations are supported by high-quality materials and cost-effective, reliable service contracts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related field with 3+ years relevant professional experience OR Associate's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related field with 3+ years relevant professional experience OR High School Diploma with 7+ years of relevant professional experience

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate terms and manage professional relationships across internal and external stakeholders
Organizational skills to create, maintain, and analyze purchasing data to enable optimal decision-making
Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems with sustainable solutions
Experience managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced industrial or corporate environment.

Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end material & service requisition process, ensuring all purchases comply with company procurement policies and budget allocations.
Oversee facility inventory levels, including the execution of periodic physical inventory counts to maintain accurate stock records, avoid overstock while maintaining necessary levels for smooth operation
Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers while continuously scouting for new vendors to improve supply chain reliability and cost efficiency.
Partner with facilities team members to finalize comprehensive Scopes of Work (SOWs) for service bids, ensuring clear deliverables, timelines, and safety standards are documented for third-party contractors
Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for service and material vendors; conduct regular performance reviews to ensure service levels meet contract requirements and quality standards.
Assist in the development and tracking of the facilities operational budget; provide analysis on spend variances and identify opportunities for cost savings
Track project commitments, actuals vs forecast, and other project financial KPIs to support Project Managers to drive on-budget project execution

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, and 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