Remote Civil/Structural Engineering Manager-HV Substations

GE Vernova; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); Remote; USD 113,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Civil Engineering Manager for the Grid Solutions NAM Region, leading civil engineers, directing design and coordination with internal and external teams. The role is hands-on, responsible for resource planning, coaching, performance management, and ensuring projects meet KPI targets.

You will oversee budgets, design governance, and interface with partners and suppliers while driving quality, safety, and compliance across HV substation projects in North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• 15+ years of experience in high voltage substation civil/structural design.
• 5+ years leading a substation civil engineering team.
• Professional Engineering License in the United States with willingness to review & seal drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineers and coordinate across disciplines and contractors.
• Oversee resource planning, hiring, performance coaching, and salary planning.
• Ensure design budget adherence, quality management, and KPI targets.
• Guide project execution from launch through completion with stakeholders.
• Maintain interfaces with partners and suppliers and promote safety and compliance.

Skills

Team leadership

Resource planning

Budget management

Quality management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Revit BIM

Job description

GE Vernova is seeking a Civil Engineering Manager for the Grid Solutions NAM Region, leading civil engineers, directing design and coordination with internal and external teams. The role is hands-on, responsible for resource planning, coaching, performance management, and ensuring projects meet KPI targets.

You will oversee budgets, design governance, and interface with partners and suppliers while driving quality, safety, and compliance across HV substation projects in North America.