Senior Project Manager – High Voltage Substation

GE Vernova

. Lead end-to-end execution of large HV substation projects from contract award through engineering, manufacturing, FAT, delivery, installation, commissioning, and closeout .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeOakbrook Terrace • United StatesSenior💰 $145,400 - $242,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large HV substation projects, ensuring adherence to engineering, manufacturing, and quality standards while managing customer relationships and project performance. Proficient in financial management, risk mitigation, and cross-functional team leadership to achieve project milestones.

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HV Substation Project ManagementCustomer-Facing LeadershipCommercial Acumen and NegotiationCross-Functional Team LeadershipPrimavera (P6) Proficiency

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Hard Skills

HV Equipment EngineeringProject SchedulingRisk ManagementFinancial ReportingContractual Terms ManagementVariation Orders ManagementQuality Standards AdherenceFAT ProtocolsBudget TrackingEAC Estimation

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationLeadership AbilitiesOrganizational SkillsAnalytical ThinkingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Primavera (P6)MS ProjectERP SystemsPMO Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMI Certification (PMP or Equivalent)

Industry Keywords

High-Voltage SubstationGE VernovaEPCsUtilitiesManufacturing Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end execution of large HV substation projects from contract award through engineering, manufacturing, FAT, delivery, installation, commissioning, and closeout
Serve as the primary customer-facing leader responsible for overall project performance, communication, and satisfaction
Translate customer requirements into detailed project execution plans and drive engineering, factories, sourcing, and quality teams to meet contractual milestones
Develop and maintain project schedules aligned with factory loading, material availability, and customer milestones
Represent GRID in customer program governance involving multiple GE Vernova businesses
Coordinate with the PCO team on unified communication, consolidated risk management, and coordinated delivery of GE scopes
Manage project Contribution Margin, forecasting accuracy, and margin protection
Lead Variation Orders, scope changes, claims, and commercial negotiations
Track project budgets, commitments, and Estimate at Completion (EAC), with financial reporting and variance mitigation
Drive engineering release, design coordination, document approvals, and technical validation
Coordinate with GE manufacturing locations on production follow-up, FAT planning, NCR resolution, and delivery priorities
Escalate factory constraints and supply-chain risks affecting customer schedules
Ensure adherence to EHS and Quality standards across project activities
Identify risks, develop mitigation and contingency plans, and track trigger events
Drive NCR resolution, corrective/preventive actions, and portfolio lessons learned
Build and maintain customer relationships with utilities, EPCs, developers, and other stakeholders
Provide transparent reporting, early escalation, and consistent communication
Lead customer meetings, milestone reviews, FATs, and project review sessions
Support tendering by validating schedules, costs, manufacturing lead times, and execution risks
Contribute to standardized project management processes, PMO tools, templates, and execution playbooks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college
Minimum 5+ years of experience executing HV substation or high-voltage grid projects
Proven ability to manage large projects involving factory-manufactured HV equipment (Transformers, GIS, Breakers, Controls)
Demonstrated experience in customer-facing project roles with accountability for scope, schedule, cost, and risk
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills, with experience in contractual terms, Variation Orders, and claims management
Ability to lead cross-functional teams (engineering, sourcing, factories, quality, contracts) without direct authority
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally (~25%)
Strong communication, leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Experience managing projects involving multiple GE Vernova businesses within a unified customer program
Strong understanding of HV equipment engineering, manufacturing processes, quality standards, and FAT protocols
Ability to influence senior customer stakeholders and internal executive leadership
Proficiency with Primavera (P6), MS Project, ERP systems, and PMO tools
PMI certification (PMP or equivalent) desired
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to travel occasionally (approximately 1x per month within the U.S. and approximately 2x per year globally)

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
Professional development
Relocation assistance not provided