Project Manager

GE Vernova Inc; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead complex AC systems projects both onshore and offshore. This role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from design to commissioning, ensuring adherence to quality standards and financial targets. The ideal candidate will excel in managing diverse teams, optimizing project performance, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. With a focus on high voltage substations, you will drive continuous improvement and ensure customer satisfaction while navigating the challenges of international project management. Embrace this opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing projects valued at 5M Euro.
• Experience in high voltage substation business is preferred.
• Advanced English and Arabic proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for project delivery to specification, budget, and on time.
• Manage and optimize key operational & financial indicators.
• Ensure effective reporting and communication of project progress.

Skills

Project Management

Financial Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

EHS Compliance

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Lead full turnkey AC systems onshore and/or offshore projects, including design, supply, construction, electro-mechanical installation, and testing & commissioning works in MEA. Managing and leading the functional areas in coordination and collaboration with the project team, comprising functions such as engineering, onshore project management, project cost control and planning, finance, EHS, quality, construction, and contracts management, to drive and control project activities in strict adherence to processes and procedures. Managing customer and subcontractors in accordance with the contracts, company targets, compliance rules, as well as the priorities and targets set by the project director. Managing, monitoring, and achieving project financial targets, including but not limited to sales, cash flow, invoicing, and positive margin releases, in coordination with the finance team and other functions. Managing company project management tools and reporting tools in accordance with the project director and PMO reporting expectations, acknowledging and efficiently using company tools with due diligence for proper reporting.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Partnering with all project stakeholders (internal & external), you are accountable for project delivery to specification, budget, on time, and to the satisfaction of the customer
• Measure, optimize, and report the key operational & financial indicators of the project in accordance with the applicable governance and pacing cycles
• Plan, manage, and deliver an entire project from transfer through to FAC, ensuring that additional business opportunities are pursued, and high levels of customer satisfaction and maximum margin/value are achieved
• Ensure good, transparent, and effective reporting, and deliver all documents in a timely manner so that progress can be fully communicated
• Take responsibility for all aspects of Project Management for the overall project(s) full scope management
• Take responsibility for all aspects of work package execution for the overall project(s), including the creation of the M.D work breakdown structure
• Take responsibility for delivering the project on time for the overall project(s)
• Take responsibility for improving the margin level of the project(s)
• Ensure Project Quality Management as per GE contractual obligations, international standards, and the GE contract scope
• Manage, control, and lead the project workload in the most efficient way for GE
• Support settlements & claims in accordance with the contract, analyzing the root causes of deviations, and fostering continuous improvement
• EHS - Take an active part in the communication & implementation of EHS plans and ensure a consistent approach in business decisions that impact EHS. Represent the company when needed in related legal aspects and ensure that EHS is integrated into the project strategy
• Project Integration Management - Identify all parties (internal & external stakeholders) having a vested interest in the project and ensure their needs and impacts are balanced to achieve a win-win outcome in line with the contractual obligations
• Project Risk Management - Implement a risk management plan involving all stakeholders of the project. Consistently track all risk activities throughout the project life cycle. Establish accurate performance metrics to score risk and ensure communication of risk
• Project Cost & Finance Management - Understand and demonstrate financial management for the benefit of the company. Be able to interpret financial reports and systems sufficiently to know the financial status of a project at any given time, ensure that resources are best utilized
• Project Scope Management - demonstrate the ability not only to manage the overall scope of the project but also to oversee the scope of each participating entity to ensure all interfaces/overlaps are understood
• Project Time Management - Ensure that all specific activities (including proactive claim management) that must be performed to produce the various project deliverables are identified and carried out by the project team
• Tender validation - validate the delivery model, commitments, and risks & opportunities of tenders

Required Qualifications

• Able to reside in Ankara or Cairo
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering fields, preferably electrical engineering
• Advanced level of English and Arabic both oral & written, other languages is a plus
• Minimum 5 years’ experience of managing small size projects value (5M Euro) or work package of project
• Preferably at least 3 years of experience in high voltage substation business
• Enthusiastic and excited for project management in high voltage substation business
• Experience in one or several functions involved on operations: logistic, sourcing, engineering, field services
• Willingness to work in different locations & conduct business travels for short or medium periods worldwide
• Being comfortable with hybrid working conditions

Desired Characteristics

• Conscientiousness as a key working qualification
• Team player, ability adapt, lead and be a part of team
• Ability to see overall company benefits and acting accordingly, influencing all functions accordingly
• Business understanding (market knowledge in area of work, intl. exposure & awareness)
• Ability to influence others andlead large teams
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical skills and organizational ability
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to project management in an international environment (preferred)
• Ability to managingmulti-disciplinary teams with multiple interfaces and high project local content and of team building

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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