GE Vernova · 2 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager HVDC Onshore (m/w/d)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expGE Vernova is a leader in energy solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Project Manager HVDC to oversee large packages of several mega HVDC projects in Germany. The role involves managing project delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction, and leading a multi-cultural project team while adhering to quality, health, safety, and environmental standards.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencySustainability
Responsibilities
Manage the Execution phase for a large GE work-package of one mega HVDC Project in Germany > 1B$
Deliver on Environmental Health & Safety (‘EHS’), On-Time-Delivery (‘OTD’) and financial objectives (sales, margin, billing, cash) for the GE scope
Ensure Project Reviews governance in line GE Grid Solutions Operating rhythm with a key focus on Risks Management and related mitigation plans
Lead & coach a multi-cultural cross-functional project team composed of Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Project Controls (cost & planning), Finance, Contract Management
Project Execution Strategy: Based on the contract, contribute to implement the overall strategy for the execution of the project to achieve the project performance goals
Communication: represents GE towards the customer; controls and manages this interface and relationship. Manages the internal and external communication loop. Coordinate with consortium partner
Project Organization: Sets up and secures the necessary resources for the execution of the project/work package. Support the organization of the project team
Performance Management: Constantly monitors and if requested reports the necessary key performances indicators (KPI). Takes immediately all necessary actions and decisions to guarantee financial, time, quality and safety performance to maximize project goals achievements
Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety Management: Establishes, implements and monitors the Project Quality Plan, Procedures, EHS Plan. Ensures best compliance with specification at lowest final cost
Claim Management: supports the strategy for managing claims, and directs actions accordingly. Addresses claims by deciding on actions and leading them in consideration of the defined strategy
Risk and Opportunities: Defines a Risk Management Plan. Constantly updates and reviews the risk and opportunities of the Project. Evaluates and decides on actions that benefit the overall performance of the Project. Follows-up these actions implementation and results
Project Planning: Develops and monitors the Master Time Schedule, manages Project float to ensure timely completion of the Project
Exercise commercial and finance controls during the execution of the project with regular reporting and forecasting of project metrics and KPIs
Ensure the coordination of technical support/engineering, manufacturing/supply and onsite construction resources
Qualification
Required
Master's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college. Preferably a technical degree
Many years of experience in project management of large and complex projects (+$100M minimum)
Experience in HVDC technology
Experience in Turnkey contracts with civil works
Preferred
Structured, solid problem-solving, strategic thinking, analytical skills
High level of energy, grit, resilience with a “Run it like you Own it” mindset
Excellent communication & cooperation skills, you are willing to have fun and deliver as member of a dynamic team of passionate project professionals from all backgrounds
Ability to lead an international team (20+ members) and manage stakeholders in a matrix organization
Ability to create trustworthy & lasting relationship with customers
Superior interpersonal skills, embodying GE leadership behaviors: Humility, Focus, Transparency
Superior skills covering the full project management cycle: integration management, planning, cost control, procurement, risk management, contract management, construction management…
Technical knowledge in High Voltage electrical grids and ideally power electronics / HVDC will be an advantage
Experience in offshore projects will be an advantage
Willingness and ability to travel
Fluent in English, German language is a decisive advantage
Benefits
Working in a growing international team within Grid Systems Integration with extensive development opportunities
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work arrangements
Competitive benefits
Company
GE Vernova
GE Vernova provides energy consulting, gas power, and grid solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$7.68MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityARPA-E
2024-12-03Grant· $2.99M
2024-12-03Grant· $1.99M
2024-11-18Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Scott Reese
President and CEO, GE Digital
Scott Strazik
Chief Executive Officer
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