Lead Project Engineering Manager (mwd)

GE Vernova; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global energy firm in Berlin is seeking a Lead Project Engineering Manager. This role involves overseeing engineering execution for large EPC projects focusing on HVDC technology. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience, strong project management skills, and the ability to coordinate multicultural teams. The position offers a chance to substantively contribute to the energy transition in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifikationen

• 10 years of experience as Project Engineering Manager or similar role in EPC environments.
• Minimum of 2 projects delivered managing medium to large size projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering project lifecycles and configuration/change control.

Aufgaben

• Lead successful execution of engineering activities for complex HVDC projects.
• Ensure alignment with project goals in schedule, cost, quality and technical requirements.
• Mentor and empower project engineers fostering accountability and collaboration.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Team coordination

Risk management

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Engineering degree in Electrical Power Systems or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description Summary

Join a global leader in energy transmission and help shape the future of power.

We are looking for a Lead Project Engineering Manager to support the engineering execution of large-scale EPC projects from our Berlin office. You will oversee a diverse international team and drive the successful delivery of engineering scopes on high-impact energy infrastructure HVDC substation 1-2B$ projects.

You will be part of the Product Delivery Group (PDG) and a member of our global Project Engineering Management (PEM) department working alongside experienced project engineering managers across Europe, US and Berlin you will report directly to the local PEM team manager contributing to a dynamic and diverse community of PEMs.

This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge HVDC technology collaborate across global teams and grow within an organization contributing to the energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful execution of engineering activities for complex HVDC projects ensuring alignment with project goals in terms of schedule, cost, quality and technical requirements.
• Own the end-to-end delivery of engineering activities of the PDG scope of works on large EPC projects ensuring alignment with schedule, budget and technical requirements.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams ensuring that deliverables are integrated, consistent and aligned with project milestones.
• Act as the technical lead within the project driving decision-making and managing interfaces between engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and customers.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with customers, partners and suppliers on technical topics ensuring transparency, responsiveness and trust.
• Anticipate and manage risks by maintaining an up-to-date risk register driving mitigation plans and enforcing a structured change management process.
• Ensure high standards of quality and compliance applying internal processes, safety (EHS) requirements and industry best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
• Represent engineering in project governance providing clear reporting on progress, issues and KPIs and contributing to key project reviews and decisions.
• Support site teams during execution ensuring a smooth transition from design to construction and commissioning and resolving technical issues efficiently.
• Mentor and empower project engineers fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement across the engineering organization.
• Carry out regular and thorough reviews of the progress and delivery of the PDG scope of work assessing all aspects of the project including time, cost, quality and risks.

Desired Profile and Experience

• Engineering degree in Electrical Power Systems or a related field (Electronics, Mechanical).
• 10 years of experience as Project Engineering Manager or similar role in EPC environments: Energy Transmission, Distribution, Oil & Gas, Power Generation or similar industries.
• A minimum of 2 projects delivered managing medium to large size projects.
• Strong project management skills and solid experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and multiple stakeholders ideally across international and multicultural environments.
• Strong understanding of engineering project lifecycles, risk management, technical interfaces and configuration/change control.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills: able to influence, align teams and represent engineering with confidence in internal and customer meetings.
• Fluent English is mandatory; German is an advantage.
• Comfortable with occasional travel (Europe and internationally) for project needs.
• HVDC experience is a strong asset but not a prerequisite. We welcome candidates with relevant experience in similar large-scale infrastructure or industrial EPC projects who are eager to learn and contribute to the energy transition.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1