Construction & Commissioning Leader

GE Vernova

Markham, Canada

Full Time

Posted August 6, 2026

$146k - $196k

Power Generation

Apply Now

Application opens on company website

Listing evidence and provenance

Source: workday View original listing
Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 4, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Power Generation
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

Job Description

The Construction & Commissioning Canada Hydro Leader is responsible for leading site construction execution and providing commissioning support across the GE Vernova Hydro Canada project portfolio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
Significant experience in construction, pre-commissioning, field operations, or project execution leadership in hydropower, power generation, or heavy industrial environments.
Demonstrated experience leading large hydro rehabilitation, modernization, upgrade, or installation projects.
Strong technical understanding of hydro equipment and systems, including turbines, generators, excitation, governors, controls, protection systems, and auxiliaries.
Proven ability to lead multiple project sites and cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
Strong working knowledge of EHS, quality, contractor management, risk management, and site execution processes.
Willingness and ability to travel frequently within Canada.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
Deep customer focus and ability to build trust through execution excellence.
Strong problem-solving skills and sound field judgment in complex operating environments.
Advanced ability to set priorities and implement problem-solving options in a fast paced project delivery environment.
Experience in outage planning and execution for operating hydro plants.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated ability to drive standardization and continuous improvement.
Experience working in OEM-led hydro project environments is preferred.
P.Eng. , PMP , and/or bilingual English/French capability are assets.
For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $ 145,700.00 - 195,700 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: annual bonus
This posting is for an existing vacancy.