Chargé de projet stratégique - Strategic Project Manager

GE Vernova • La Prairie, MN

36d

About The Position

We are looking for a talented and motivated Strategic Project Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Plant Director, you will act as the right-hand in implementing the plant’s strategic projects, specifically regarding the introduction of new products into production. You will support various managers and work closely with all stakeholders to ensure project success. You will also be responsible for establishing and controlling project costs.

Requirements

• University degree in a relevant field (operations management, engineering, etc.).
• 7 to 10 years of experience in project management, preferably in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Leadership and ability to influence others.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Project management and financial management skills.
• Time and priority management.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Quality and detail oriented.

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Plant Director to define and implement strategic projects, covering areas such as the acquisition and installation of tools and machinery, and investment management (CAPEX).
• Participate in strategic meetings and actively contribute to the development of action plans.
• Ensure strategic coordination and provide expert support to managers in their projects. This includes coordinating a wide range of internal stakeholders (Purchasing, Logistics, Production) and external partners (suppliers), managing interdependencies, and optimizing flows to guarantee the availability of essential resources for strategic projects.
• Coordinate the acquisition, installation, and commissioning of industrial equipment, including issuing Purchase Orders (PO), conducting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), program calibration, and on-site installation.
• Work closely with all stakeholders (Purchasing, Production, Finance, external providers, other GE plants, etc.) to ensure proper execution and project success.
• Establish, monitor, and rigorously track project costs, ensuring compliance with allocated budgets. This includes finalizing investment requests, initiating CAPEX requests, preparing Return on Investment (ROI) analyses and “4 blockers,” financial tracking (creating IO, asset activation), as well as monthly budget reviews and updates.
• Monitor project progress and produce regular reports for management, including weekly updates, monthly reviews with the finance team, and preparing presentation decks (with proficiency in MS Project).
• Identify potential project risks and propose proactive solutions to mitigate them.

What This Job Offers

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