Senior Project Manager – Electrical Substations

GE Vernova

Senior Project Manager leading GE Vernova electrical substation projects for utility and data center customers. Managing EPC delivery, commercial performance, risks, and customer outcomes.

Posted 9/2/2026full-timeOakbrook Terrace • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $114,100 - $190,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex electrical substation projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while managing scope, schedule, and budget. Proven ability to foster strong customer relationships and lead cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.

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Project Management ExperienceEPC Electrical Substation ProjectsRisk MitigationPMP CertificationPrimavera Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Project ControlsSchedulingForecastingContract ManagementChange ManagementRisk AssessmentFinancial Performance ManagementCustomer Satisfaction ManagementSubcontractor ManagementProposal Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipNegotiationProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

PrimaveraERP SystemsProject Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

High-Voltage Power SystemsUtility ProjectsGrid InfrastructureCustomer-Facing ProjectsEPC Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end execution of large, complex electrical substation projects, including greenfield and brownfield programs for utility and data center customers
Own overall project performance, including scope, schedule, budget, cash flow, risk, quality, and customer satisfaction
Serve as the primary interface with customers, ensuring strong communication, issue resolution, and trust throughout the project lifecycle
Develop and drive project execution strategies supporting safe, efficient, and on-time delivery
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, field services, subcontractors, and customer stakeholders
Lead project planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance reviews, providing visibility into progress, risks, and financial health
Manage contract administration, change orders, claims, and commercial discussions
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, technical, and contractual standards
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and resolve issues affecting cost, schedule, or customer satisfaction
Support proposal development, pre-award planning, and project turnover activities
Mentor and guide project team members, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university
Minimum 8 years of project management experience in EPC electrical substation and high-voltage power systems projects
Demonstrated success managing complex, customer-facing projects with accountability for financial, operational, and commercial performance
Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, forecasting, contract management, and risk mitigation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored visa support
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%, including occasional international travel
Must comply with applicable company travel and tax policies
Experience managing U.S.-based high-voltage utility or grid infrastructure projects preferred
Experience leading EPC projects across the full lifecycle preferred
Strong customer-facing leadership experience with utilities, industrial customers, or data center clients preferred
PMP certification or equivalent project management credential preferred
Proficiency with Primavera, ERP systems, and contemporary project management tools preferred
Familiarity with subcontractor management, customer contracts, proposal support, and change management processes preferred
Strong leadership, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
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
Discretionary annual bonus
Professional development
Relocation assistance not provided