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Cost Control Leader (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

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United States

Remote

USD 112,000 - 140,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Lensa is seeking a Cost Control Lead for GE Vernova. In this role, you will manage cost reports, supervise a team, and ensure project compliance. Candidates should have relevant STEM degrees with significant experience in cost controls, supporting project budgets, and achieving quality objectives in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

Tuition assistance

Retirement savings plan with company matching

Paid parental leave

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off for vacation or illness

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or high school diploma with direct cost controls experience.
Proficiency in financial control mechanisms and project management tools.

Responsibilities

Supervise the team of cost control specialists and manage cost control reports.
Ensure compliance with U.S. government requirements and monitor project budgets.

Skills

Financial control knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Process orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or other STEM discipline

High school diploma/GED with 5 years of experience

Tools

Oracle ERP

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office suite

JIRA

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Job Description Summary

The Cost Control Lead supports the Director of the Project Management Organization in creating and maintaining monthly and weekly cost reports across all projects for the GE Nuclear portfolio. Additional focus will be made toward change management, resource needs, monitoring projects’ budgets, cost trends and forecasts, and supporting development of cashflow projections.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

As The Cost Control Lead, You Will

Provide direct supervision to a team of cost control specialists.
Be responsible for on-time cost control reports, customer satisfaction through management of project related activities and resources.
Assist Project Managers and Project Controls Leaders in organizing project cost structure in business financial tools.
Participate in customer, internal, and/or supplier project kickoff meetings and support the project team with preparation & coordination of customer, internal, and/or supplier project controls meetings.
Support the development & issuance of the Project Controls Plan; promotes the implementation of project controls procedures across the GEH portfolio.
Support the development and deployment of project infrastructure and project tools.
Ensure compliance with U. S. government requirements as applicable.
Support coordination of project activities; monitor and control progress on project deliverables.
Ensure the conformance of project deliverables with contract and project requirements.
Lead, draft, and issue project controls management meeting notes, action item lists, and project progress reports.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college -OR- a high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years of experience working on projects ( Only direct cost controls experience will be considered ).

Eligibility Requirements

The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other STEM discipline.
Fundamental-level financial or accounting knowledge.
Demonstrated ability supporting project budget, schedule, and quality objectives.
Financial control knowledge and understanding.
Demonstrated professional interpersonal and leadership skills, including high level of motivation, integrity, and self-confidence.
Ability to take initiative and to work independently.
Ability to influence others.
Extreme attention to detail, follow up, and highly organized.
Demonstrated ability to balance workload under short deadlines and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Proficiency using common project management and project controls tools such as Oracle ERP, Primavera P6, Confluence, JIRA, etc.
Strong process orientation in approach to work.
Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc.).
Demonstrated organizational skills, particularly when related to project execution.

The base pay range for this position is 112K – 140K. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 3/14/25.

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

This is a remote position

Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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