Senior Project Manager - High Voltage Substation

GE Vernova

Oakbrook Terrace, United States

Full Time

Posted October 6, 2026

$145k - $145k

Power Generation

Remote

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 7, 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 Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful execution of large, high-visibility, and potentially high-risk GRID high-voltage substation projects within the North America region.

Requirements

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.
PMI certification (PMP or equivalent).
Proficiency with Primavera (P6), MS Project, ERP systems, and PMO tools.
Hybrid work schedule reporting in office 2x a week
Must be able to travel occasionally (approx. 1x per month within U.S., approx. 2 x per year globally)