Senior Project Manager – Heavy Duty Combine Cycle

GE Vernova

Senior Project Manager leading complex gas turbine and combined-cycle power projects for GE Vernova. Owning customer delivery, P&L, risk, and cross-functional execution.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • New York, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $132,200 - $220,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full project lifecycle for large capital projects, with a strong focus on customer engagement, risk management, and financial acumen. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive project performance metrics while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management Professional CertificationLarge Capital Project ExecutionCustomer Engagement and Relationship ManagementRisk Management and MitigationStrategic Thinking and Problem Solving

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Hard Skills

Project Lifecycle ManagementCost Estimation and BudgetingPerformance Metrics ManagementData Analysis and Lean ToolsContract Review and Negotiation

Soft Skills

Strong Oral and Written CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsIndependent Decision-MakingAbility to Manage Conflicting Priorities

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional

Industry Keywords

EnergyConstructionHeavy Duty Gas PowerMega ProjectsOperational Efficiency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead execution of Simple and Combined Cycle projects within the Heavy Duty Gas Power business
Manage the full project lifecycle from contract signing through completion of contractual obligations
Serve as first and primary customer contact for assigned projects
Lead customer engagement, negotiations, and issue resolution
Manage internal and external stakeholders, including customers, partners, contractors, and vendors
Own end-to-end execution of mega, complex, non-turnkey, product/equipment-only, and combined cycle projects
Develop early execution strategies with the ITO Commercial Manager
Coordinate contract reviews and align requirements, scope, and obligations
Manage execution using Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost criteria
Own full project P&L, including revenue, contribution margin, and cash
Drive accountability for project performance metrics
Manage cost, schedule, performance, and risk trade-offs
Develop and manage risk and opportunity registers and mitigation actions
Promote GE Vernova’s Safety Toolkit across project teams, partners, and subcontractors
Support risk-based decision-making
Develop project execution and/or technical subject-matter expertise
Drive best practices across products, processes, and services
Lead creative problem solving in manufacturing, engineering, and production environments
Apply operational, engineering, and product management techniques across interdependent workstreams
Resolve cross-functional issues and execution constraints
Lead project teams and resources
Support Functional Project Managers with escalations
Present project, business, and technical solutions to senior leadership
Influence without authority in a matrix organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum 8 years of Project Management experience within Energy, Construction, or large capital project environments
Must be willing to travel up to 40% of time
Experience and demonstrated understanding of large capital project execution costs and estimates
Certified Project Management Professional
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple phased projects simultaneously and independently
Strong customer focus and ability to foster strong relationships
Experience working with and influencing senior level leaders
Strategic thinking, problem solving, business, and financial acumen
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated presentation skills and ability to succinctly communicate complex messages
Inclusive style and strong interpersonal and leadership skills at all levels
Ability to make independent decisions, manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment, and interface effectively at all organizational levels
Experience applying data and lean tools and technologies for strategic, operational, and project efficiencies
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Professional development
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
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
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Relocation assistance