GE Vernova · 1 day ago
Customs Project Manager
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $144K/yrGE Vernova is seeking a Customs Project Manager to ensure compliant and cost-effective customs execution for Gas Turbine projects. The role involves managing customs risk, providing accurate duty estimates, and collaborating with various teams to optimize landed-cost strategies and maintain accurate cost forecasts.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
No H1B
Responsibilities
Execute project-specific tariff models based on BOM, routing, Incoterms, destination requirements, and regulatory rules
Calculate total tariff exposure and generate supporting calculations for duty-inclusive pricing, Estimates at Completion (EAC), and Change Order (CO) billing
Provide timely re-estimates when project scope, country of origin, or regulation changes duty impact
Update and communicate customs related cost-to-go and EAC, based on total forecasted impact and actual cost incurred, ensuring accuracy for project margin reviews
As part of the EAC cycle, submit customs cost components in CPM (specify) and ensure all data is complete, traceable, and aligned with project governance requirements
Own the preparation and maintenance of customs estimate backups required for audits, margin reviews, or customer documentation requests
Identify potential duty mitigation strategies and collaborate with Customs team for execution
Assess and manage customs related risks such as delays, penalties, demurrage, licensing issues, or document gaps; develop mitigation actions in collaboration with the wider Customs and Logistics COE
Support proactive planning to protect contractual delivery dates and avoid potential liquidated damages arising from customs issues
Provide technical Customs input to Change Order justifications, including tariff recalculations, duty impact assessments, and required documentation
Support Project Managers in customer meetings concerning duty changes, classification decisions, or landed-cost implications
Support Project Managers by providing necessary information and insights for customer meetings concerning duty changes, classification decisions, or landed-cost implications
Provide project-level documentation to support duty recoverability and compliance requirements
Ensure availability of project-specific import documentation packages to 3rd party auditors
Ensure traceability and auditability of customs decisions in line with customer, trade compliance, and regulatory expectations
Provide customs-related input to project margin reviews, compliance audits, or customer-requested verifications
Develop preliminary project specific customs strategies aligned with project sourcing and logistics plans
Monitor duty rate changes and assess potential impacts on future shipments, cost exposure, or customer commitments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, International Trade, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
Financial Acumen and proficiency with cost estimation tools, project financial tracking, and forecasting processes (EAC, cost-to-go, or similar)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to produce accurate, defensible cost models and documentation packages
Professional experience in Customs, Trade Compliance, or Project Management—preferably in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment
Knowledge of import/export regulations, HTS classification, COO/FTA rules, and customs documentation
Experience interpreting technical BOMs and understanding how product configuration impacts cost
Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate customs-related risks while maintaining compliance with regulatory and customer requirements
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to support customer discussions and collaborate across functional teams
Experience working in complex, multi-national project environments with contractual delivery requirements preferred
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive timely execution in a dynamic project setting
Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred
Experience working in complex, multi-national project environments with contractual delivery requirements preferred
Professional experience in Customs, Trade Compliance, or Project Management — preferably in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription drug coverage
Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova
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
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions
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
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
Founded in 2024
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.68MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
2024-12-03Grant· $1.99M
2024-12-03Grant· $2.99M
2024-11-18Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
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