Grid Project Manager

GE Vernova; Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova in Australia seeks a process-driven project leader to run complex grid infrastructure projects across the ANZ region. You will own end-to-end delivery from tender handover through to on-site commissioning and warranty.

The role interfaces with international factories and local customers, coordinating FATs, schedules, and contracts. Key requirements include a technical background in grid products (GIS, AIS, circuit breakers, transformers) and 3–5 years of project management experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Project Management.
• 3–5 years of demonstrated success in project management in high-value infrastructure.
• Strong contract administration knowledge and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication to bridge global manufacturing and local customers.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Governance: Oversee project lifecycles, ensuring safety, financial, and quality standards.
• Strategic Coordination: Manage contract terms, expectations, drawings, FATs with customers.
• Supply Chain Management: Coordinate with global factories and local subcontractors for imports, logistics and delivery schedules.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify risks early and implement mitigating actions.
• Financial Stewardship: Take ownership of project P&L, including billing, cash collection, and claims.

Skills

End-to-end governance

Stakeholder management

Contract administration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Project Management

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Opportunity We are looking for a process-driven professional to lead complex grid infrastructure projects across the ANZ region. You will be the vital link between our customers and our international factories, ensuring seamless delivery of critical High voltage switchgears / equipment. This role is with end-to-end accountability from taking over from tender team through to final delivery, site commissioning, and the warranty period.

Job Description

Your Impact

• End-to-End Governance: Oversee project lifecycles, ensuring strict adherence to safety, financial, and quality standards.
• Strategic Coordination: Act as the primary interface for our customers, managing contract terms, expectations, drawing approvals, and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
• Supply Chain Management: Coordinate with global factories and local subcontractors to manage imports / logistics and delivery schedules.
• Risk Mitigation: Champion a process-oriented approach; identify potential risks early and implement decisive mitigating actions.
• Financial Stewardship: Take full ownership of the project P&L, including billing, cash collection, and claim management.

What You Bring

• Technical Expertise: A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Project Management. Essential: Strong technical knowledge of Grid products, including GIS, AIS, Circuit Breakers, Disconnector, Power Transformers, , and Substation systems.
• Experience: 3–5 years of demonstrated success in project management, specifically within high-value infrastructure or utility environments.
• Commercial Acumen: A solid grasp of contract administration and the ability to manage complex stakeholder expectations.
• Communication: Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to bridge the gap between global manufacturing sites and local customer requirements.
• Tools: Proficiency in MS Office, SAP, and Microsoft Project.

Why Join GE Vernova? At GE Vernova, we are accelerating the energy transition. You will be part of a team dedicated to making the grid more reliable, efficient, and resilient. We offer a culture that values integrity, professional growth, and the opportunity to work on projects that power the future of Australia.

As GE Vernova is a global organization, working across different time zones, and monitoring, reading and responding to contact outside normal working hours can be expected.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No