Senior Project Manager – Electrical Substations

GE Vernova

Senior Project Manager executing complex electrical substation projects for utility and data center customers. Ensuring safety, quality, and customer satisfaction from initiation to closeout.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeOakbrook Terrace • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $114,100 - $190,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex electrical substation projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and contractual standards while managing project performance, risks, and customer satisfaction. Proven ability to mentor teams and drive project execution strategies for successful delivery.

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Project ManagementElectrical Substation ExpertiseContract ManagementRisk MitigationStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Project ControlsSchedulingForecastingChange Order ManagementFinancial Performance ManagementOperational Performance ManagementQuality AssuranceRisk AssessmentEPC Project ManagementHigh-Voltage Power Systems

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationTeam LeadershipIssue ResolutionCollaborationMentoring

Industry Keywords

Utility ProjectsData Center ProjectsGreenfield ProjectsBrownfield ProjectsCustomer SatisfactionContractual ComplianceTravel RequirementsDynamic EnvironmentsContinuous ImprovementProposal Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the 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 a high level of trust throughout the project lifecycle
Develop and drive project execution strategies that support safe, efficient, and on-time delivery
Coordinate closely with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, field services, subcontractors, and customer stakeholders to meet project objectives
Lead project planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance reviews, providing clear visibility into progress, risks, and financial health
Manage contract administration, change orders, claims, and commercial discussions in alignment with contractual requirements
Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, technical, and contractual standards
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while driving resolution of issues that could impact cost, schedule, or customer satisfaction
Support proposal development, pre-award planning, and project turnover activities as needed
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

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
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