Proposal and Project Director - Integrated Projects-1

A01098 GE Vernova International LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 155,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Proposal and Project Director - Integrated Projects to lead end-to-end execution of large enterprise initiatives valued between $4B and $10B, spanning multiple business units and from proposal through contract fulfillment. The role requires strategic leadership of scope, schedule, cost, and risk, and serves as the primary customer interface.

You will chair cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement, planning, cost, logistics, and field execution, driving

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Management.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, proposal management, or construction management within power generation, energy, or industrial projects.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal) with experience working in global and cross-regional teams.
• Proficiency with standard project management tools and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of technical and execution strategies for proposals and contracts.
• Define and manage proposal scope, schedule, cost, and risk with Sales, Commercial, and C&C teams.
• Serve as primary customer interface, driving clarifications and issue resolution.
• Coordinate with EPC and define division of responsibility and alignment.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement, planning, cost, logistics, and field execution.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary The Proposal and Project Director - Integrated Projects (PPD) is responsible for leading the end-to-end execution of large enterprise projects that span multiple business units across GE Vernova, valued between $4 billion and $10 billion, from the proposal stage through to contract fulfillment (ITR). This role owns the execution strategy, ensuring full alignment of scope, schedule, cost, and risk. The PPD serves as the single point of contact for customers and partners, leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget while driving excellence in both proposal development and project delivery of these complex, multi-segment projects which are generally Behind-The-Meter (BTM) that include Gas Turbines, Wind Turbines, High Voltage (HV) systems, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and Energy Management Systems (EMS), integrating technologies from several businesses. We in GE Vernova have an incredible growth opportunity to create a customer obsessed culture through acting as one team across the enterprise. The PPD will help drive this cultural transformation by championing integrated "beacon" projects and driving innovation in systems solutions for the rapidly expanding datacenter space.

Job Description Roles and Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Lead the development and execution of technical and execution strategies for integrated project proposals and contracts.
• Proposal Management: Define and manage proposal scope, schedule, cost, and risk in collaboration with Sales, Commercial, and C&C teams of the respective business units.
• Customer Advocacy: Serve as the primary customer interface, driving technical clarifications, negotiations, and issue resolution throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Contractual & EPC coordination: Coordinate with the project’s EPC and define division of responsibility (DOR), and technical contractual alignment.
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Lead multidisciplinary teams—including engineering, procurement, planning, cost, logistics, and field execution to ensure rigorous contract fulfillment.
• Performance Accountability: Own project execution performance, including delivery milestones, cost control, revenue recognition, margin management, and cash flow.
• Operational Excellence: Establish and lead project operating rhythms, management reviews, and KPI tracking for delivery, cost, and risk mitigation.
• Change & Risk Management: Implement disciplined risk, opportunity, and change management processes, including the handling of customer change orders and claims.
• Compliance: Ensure full compliance with all business processes, contractual requirements, and EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, or Civil) or Business Management.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, proposal management, or construction management within power generation, energy, or industrial projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing scope, schedule, and cost for complex technical or EPC-style projects.
• Working knowledge of power plant systems, operations, and major equipment components.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and interfacing directly with customers and external partners.
• Proficiency with standard project management tools and Microsoft Office applications.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal) with experience working in global and cross-regional teams.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience leading customer-facing proposal or execution roles in EPC or power generation projects.
• Strong commercial mindset, including a deep understanding of project economics, margin, and risk management.
• Experience with technical proposal development and contract negotiations.
• Demonstrated project management skills in fast-paced, changing environments.
• Collaborative leadership style that builds accountability and fosters high-performing teams.
• Highly organized, self-driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• PMP certification, Master’s degree in Engineering, or MBA is a plus.
• Familiarity with industrial or power plant system design and specifications.

Note: To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

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.

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: No

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $154,800.00 and $258,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on October 12, 2026.

• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
• Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

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