Project Manager – Contract Performance Management

GE Vernova

. Lead wind farm upgrade projects from contract award through commissioning support and project closeout .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $91,400 - $152,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the renewable energy sector, particularly in wind energy, with a strong focus on contract administration, budgeting, and risk management. Proficient in coordinating cross-functional teams and managing complex projects from inception to completion while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and customer specifications.

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Project ManagementContract AdministrationWind Energy ExperiencePMP CertificationBudgeting and Cost Control

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingRisk ManagementFinancial AcumenContract ManagementQuality Management SystemsWind Turbine TechnologyUtility-Scale Wind ProjectsSite Construction ActivitiesGrid Connection KnowledgeHeavy-Lift Operations

Soft Skills

Customer InterfaceCommunicationProblem SolvingTeam CoordinationNegotiation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectOracle ERP SystemsMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPPRINCE2

Industry Keywords

Renewable EnergyWind EnergyEPC ContractorsIndependent Power ProducersHSE Regulations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracleOracle ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead wind farm upgrade projects from contract award through commissioning support and project closeout
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, risk registers, and resource plans
Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions for schedule, cost, or quality issues
Ensure deliverables meet contractual obligations and customer expectations
Serve as the primary customer interface throughout the project lifecycle
Lead project meetings, progress reviews, and executive status updates
Manage customer requests, contract changes, and issue resolution
Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, quality, field services, and finance activities
Ensure timely delivery of components, software, and documentation
Support factory acceptance testing, site acceptance activities, and commissioning coordination
Facilitate communication between manufacturing facilities and project sites
Manage scope changes, claims, variations, and contractual correspondence
Track project costs, forecasts, invoicing milestones, and cash flow
Support commercial negotiations
Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies
Ensure compliance with quality management systems, customer specifications, HSE regulations, and company policies
Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned and best practices
Support internal and external audits
Coordinate with site teams to support safe turbine delivery, installation, and commissioning
Prepare weekly and monthly project status reports
Monitor KPIs covering schedule, budget, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
Escalate significant risks and issues to senior management with recommended actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in renewable energy, wind energy, heavy industrial equipment, power generation, or a related industry
Ability and willingness to travel domestically 20%
Ability and willingness to work at times outside standard business hours to support customer or project requirements
PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred
Experience managing large, complex, multi-disciplinary projects
Strong understanding of contract administration and commercial project management
Experience coordinating international suppliers and cross-functional teams
Knowledge of wind turbine technology, manufacturing, logistics, and installation processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Oracle ERP systems, and Microsoft Office
Financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
Experience with utility-scale onshore or offshore wind projects
Familiarity with turbine transportation, heavy-lift operations, and site construction activities
Knowledge of grid connection, commissioning, and renewable energy regulations
Experience working with EPC contractors, developers, utilities, or independent power producers (IPPs)
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access with 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