Senior Project Manager – Power Generation

GE Vernova

Senior Project Manager leading complex gas power generation projects for GE Vernova. Owning customer delivery, execution, financial performance, risk, and cross-functional teams.

Posted 8/25/2026full-timeAtlanta • New York, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $114,100 - $190,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex project execution within the Power Generation sector, managing project lifecycles, and fostering strong customer relationships. Proficient in applying strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to drive project success and operational efficiencies.

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Project ManagementPower Generation EquipmentCertified Project Management ProfessionalCustomer EngagementRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Project Lifecycle ManagementCost EstimationContract ManagementPerformance MetricsOperational Techniques

Soft Skills

Strong Customer FocusInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsStrategic ThinkingEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Data ToolsLean ToolsSQDC FrameworkHealth and Safety Toolkit

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional

Industry Keywords

Heavy Duty Gas PowerLarge Capital ProjectsConstructionMega ProjectsComplex Manufacturing

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 the 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
Direct end-to-end execution of mega, complex, non-turnkey, and product/equipment-only projects
Develop early execution strategies with the ITO Commercial Manager and transition projects into execution
Coordinate contract reviews for alignment on requirements, scope, and obligations
Manage execution using an SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) framework
Own project revenue, contribution margin, cash, profit and loss, budgets, and operating plans
Mentor teams on project performance metrics and align trade-offs among cost, schedule, performance, and risk
Develop and manage risk and opportunity registers with mitigation actions
Promote GE Vernova’s Safety Toolkit and prioritize health and safety
Make risk-based decisions using internal and external inputs
Develop expertise in project execution or a technical discipline and serve as a subject matter expert
Drive best practices to improve products, processes, or services
Lead creative solutions in complex manufacturing, engineering, and production environments
Apply operational, engineering, and product management techniques across interdependent workstreams
Collaborate with partnering functions to resolve cross-functional issues and execution constraints
Lead project teams and resources with moderate to high complexity, risk, and scale
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 7 years of Project Management experience within Power Generation Equipment, Construction, or large capital project environments
Flexibility to travel occasionally to customer sites and other locations up to 30% of the time
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Experience and demonstrated understanding of large capital project execution costs and estimates
Certified Project Management Professional
Field experience, Project Management, or equivalent experience
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
Demonstrated 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
Ability to gain acceptance and buy-in from matrix functions
Ability to make independent decisions and manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to effectively interface at all organizational levels
Experience applying data and lean tools and technologies for strategic, operational, and project efficiencies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
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
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