Senior Operations Manager

GE Vernova

Senior Operations Manager overseeing global gas turbine projects at GE Vernova. Ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while driving cost competitiveness and operational efficiency.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeSchenectady • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $132,200 - $220,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operations management, project execution, and cross-functional collaboration within the power generation sector, with a strong focus on productivity improvements and compliance with regulatory standards.

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Operations ManagementGas Turbine TechnologyEPC Project ExecutionFinancial AcumenLean Six Sigma

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Hard Skills

Project ExecutionOperational KPIsCost OptimizationData AnalysisRisk MitigationForecastingGovernanceContinuous ImprovementSuccession PlanningCompliance

Soft Skills

CommunicationStakeholder ManagementNegotiationCoachingTeam Leadership

Industry Keywords

Power GenerationHeavy EquipmentEHS StandardsInternational TradeExport Control

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the operating rhythm across the Gas Turbine Projects Division, ensuring project execution aligns with contractual obligations and business objectives
Own operational KPIs, forecasts, and productivity initiatives — using data to identify barriers, drive governance and reporting, and lead cross-functional resolution on critical challenges
Drive productivity improvements, cost reduction programs, and working capital optimization
Foster a high-performance culture emphasizing accountability, safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement
Develop future operations leaders through coaching, training, and succession planning
Partner with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Commercial, HSE, Quality) to ensure seamless project execution
Serve as the operational point of contact for customers — maintaining strong relationships, clear communication, and aligned expectations
Collaborate with GE Vernova leadership, regional offices, and external partners to drive divisional success
Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks across the division's project portfolio
Implement and enforce GE Vernova's EHS standards across all operations
Ensure full compliance with international trade, export control, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)
Min. 8 years of experience in operations management or large-scale industrial operations leadership within the power generation, or heavy equipment sectors
Prior experience in gas turbine technology, EPC project execution, and field services operations required
Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed, cross-cultural teams
Financial acumen including P&L knowledge, budgets, and cost optimization initiatives
Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
retirement benefits including the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with 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