Project Management Specialist – Project Planning

GE Vernova•Oakbrook Terrace, IL

3d•$88,800 - $133,200•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Project Management Specialist – Project Planning, you will support delivery of customer equipment, facilities, and infrastructure projects by managing schedules, cost controls, and forecasting. You will work closely with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to help ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with contractual and quality requirements. The position contributes to complex energy projects and the global energy transition. The role involves developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, cost forecasts, and resource plans; monitoring project performance and providing forecasts and recommendations; and ensuring compliance with Global Project Controls standards and reporting requirements. You will prepare project status, financial, schedule, and risk reports; support change management, cost reconciliation, claims, and closeout; and collaborate with Project Managers, Finance, and functional stakeholders to identify savings and mitigate risks. The position is hybrid out of Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, with travel of up to 5%. It also includes promoting safety and quality, reporting and helping resolve issues, and supporting process improvement and Lean/Kaizen initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in project planning and cost management.
At least 2 years of experience using Primavera P6 for project scheduling and planning.
At least 2 years of experience in planning and cost management for large complex turnkey projects, including schedule development, cost tracking, and project controls.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 5% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of forensic analysis on large complex turnkey projects.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Established project management skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost forecasts, and resource plans using project controls tools.
Monitor project schedule, cost, risks, and performance, providing accurate forecasts and actionable recommendations to the project team.
Ensure compliance with Global Project Controls standards, work breakdown structures (WBS), processes, and reporting requirements.
Prepare and present project status, financial, schedule, and risk reports to project teams, leadership, and customers as required.
Support change management, cost reconciliation, claims, and project closeout while ensuring alignment between project financials and approved budgets.
Collaborate with Project Managers, Finance, and functional stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities, mitigate risks, and support successful project delivery.
Oversee project planning and cost control activities to ensure high-quality reporting, forecasting accuracy, and on-time, on-budget execution.
Comply with EHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices and promote a strong safety culture.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, project controls processes, and work instructions.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, standardize work, and support Lean/Kaizen continuous improvement initiatives.
Report and help resolve quality or safety issues in a timely manner.

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 with a 401(k) savings opportunity, company matching contributions, 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.