Lead Project Manager - Outsourcing

CB1173 GEPR Energy Canada Inc; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova in Markham, ON, is seeking a Lead Project Manager to oversee outsourced engineering contracts, drive delivery performance, and optimize cost and resource utilization in a hybrid work environment. You will manage integrated project plans, track KPIs, lead cross-functional teams across R&D, product, and operations, and communicate decisively to senior leadership while upholding SQDC targets.

Eligible candidates have a Bachelor’s in Engineering or related field and 3+ years PM

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3+ years in project management.
• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle from initiation to delivery for outsourced engineering contracts.
• Define and manage integrated project plans, milestones, and deliverables; track KPIs and dashboards.
• Act as primary interface between R&D, Product Line, Operations and leadership; manage complex priorities and communicate clearly.

Skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead Project Manager is responsible for managing outsourced engineering contracts, ensuring delivery performance, cost efficiency, resource utilization, and compliance with contractual obligations while maintaining alignment with Product Line objectives and SQDC targets. The successful candidate demonstrates clear and crisp communication, strong listening capabilities, and the ability to influence, decide, and drive execution in complex environments.

Job Description Key Responsibilities

Project Execution & SQDC Performance Lead full project lifecycle (initiation to delivery) ensuring SQDC targets are consistently met. Write, review and follow-up Statement of Work with outsourced companies. Define and manage integrated project plans, milestones, and deliverables. Track performance through KPIs, dashboards, and operational reviews. Ensure predictable and reliable execution in line with GridBeats commitments. Stakeholder Management & Communication Act as primary interface between R&D, Product Line, Operations, and leadership. Deliver concise, structured, and transparent communication at all levels. Influence stakeholders through data-driven insights and clear recommendations. Manage complex and sometimes conflicting priorities with professionalism. Leadership, Soft Skills & Team Dynamics Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, software, hardware, product, operations). Create a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative team environment. Engage and motivate teams in a matrix and multicultural context. Risk, Issue & Decision Management Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate risks. Drive structured problem-solving approaches (fact-based, analytical). Ensure timely decision-making and escalation when required. Cost & Financial Control Manage project financials (budget, forecasts, actuals). Ensure strong cost discipline aligned with business targets. Identify and drive cost optimization opportunities. Continuous Improvement & PM Excellence Contribute to PMO best practices, tools, and methodologies. Support continuous improvement initiatives (PDCA mindset). Capture and disseminate lessons learned and best practices.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. 3+ years in project management.

Eligibility Requirements

Opportunity is designated for Markham, ON (Canada). This role is designated for a Hybrid schedule (4 days on location, 1 day off location).

Desired Characteristics

5+ years in project management. Proven experience delivering complex R&D or product development projects. Prior experience working with multidisciplinary environments (embedded software, hardware, systems engineering). PMP or equivalent certification. Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders. Systems thinker and proactive problem-solver with continuous improvement mindset. Strong independent worker who knows when to elevate to senior leadership.

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For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $96,900 and $145,400 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: 10% Discretionary annual bonus This posting is for an existing vacancy. Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as Canada. In this context, Indigenous people are First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different...we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World. www.gevernova.com