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GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

Senior Project Manager ACIS/FACTS

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Extensive professional experience in project management for plant engineering projects, preferably turnkey high-voltage switchgear and substations.
  • A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Diplom degree in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering specializing in Electrical Engineering, ideally with a focus on electrical power engineering, or an equivalent qualification acquired through many years of professional experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of project management processes, software, and tools, and the ability to learn new topics independently and quickly.
  • A completed project management certification from PMI, IPMA, or an equivalent organization, or a deep understanding of modern project management methodologies and willingness to obtain a certification.
  • Fluency in German and English, including the ability to read and understand contracts in both languages; negotiation-level written and spoken German is mandatory.
  • Successful experience leading interdisciplinary teams with multiple interfaces and a high local project component.
  • Experience fostering an inclusive, high-performing team culture and strengthening collaboration among team members.
  • Experience managing complex large-scale projects with significant business responsibility and technical diversity.
  • Willingness to travel to construction sites in Germany and nearby countries as needed, particularly during active construction phases, and occasionally to customer or supplier locations; travel is approximately 20–30%.

Responsibilities

  • Lead turnkey projects or electrical packages for high-voltage switchgear and substations in distribution and transmission networks up to 420 kV.
  • Manage the full project, including planning and execution according to global processes, and responsibility for budget, schedule, and quality.
  • Understand customer needs and work to exceed customer expectations.
  • Lead and motivate interdisciplinary, diverse teams, and create an environment where team members feel included and valued.
  • Apply electrical engineering expertise to project planning and execution.
  • Analyze complex issues using data and facts, make informed decisions, and proactively manage risks and opportunities.
  • Maintain transparent communication with project stakeholders, senior management, and customers, ensuring effective information flow.
  • Promote a safety culture, prioritize occupational safety, and continuously raise team awareness of safe working practices.
  • Implement quality standards and ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
  • Pursue continuous improvement using Lean Management methods.
  • Integrate environmental, health, and safety requirements into project organization and support sustainable project delivery.

Desired Qualifications

  • A focus on electrical power engineering is desirable.
  • Experience managing turnkey high-voltage switchgear and substation projects is preferred.

About the Company

GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

GE Vernova makes equipment and software that generate and manage electricity for utilities, power producers, and industrial customers. Its Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses span gas turbines, wind generation, and the systems that move electricity across grids. The company supplies generators, grid equipment, and controls, while its software coordinates network operations and integrates changing sources of power. Customers buy equipment and enter service agreements for maintenance, upgrades, and technical support over its operating life, alongside purchases of software and related services. GE Vernova became an independent company in 2024 after separating from GE and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
N/A
Total funding
$17.6M
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Founded
2024

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