Senior Facilities Project Manager- ARC

GE Vernova; Elgin Township (IL); On-site; USD 114,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Annual bonus

Job summary

GE Vernova’s Advanced Research Center (ARC) is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead facilities projects, estimate costs, schedule activities, and ensure compliance with building codes and OSHA requirements. The role involves coordinating with engineers, EHS, facilities management, and contractors, including a unionized workforce, to deliver safe, on-time projects.

Ideal candidates have a technical/engineering background with 8–15 years of relevant experience and proven leadership in

Qualifications

• Education & experience must match one of the combinations listed.
• Industrial construction and/or maintenance experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of cost estimating for maintenance and construction projects; reading drawings; scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute multiple construction projects supporting research at the designated site.
• Coordinate with engineers, EHS, facilities, contractors and unionized workforce.
• Ensure safety and compliance with all codes; develop project requirements, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Communicate progress and issues to stakeholders; drive accountability and set clear expectations.

Skills

Cost estimating

Drawing interpretation

Scheduling tools

Leadership

Union workforce mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree (technical/construction/engineering)

Associate’s degree (technical/construction/engineering)

High School Diploma + 15 years

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Architectural drawings

Job description

Job Description Summary

As a GE Vernova accelerator, GE Vernova Advanced Research Center (ARC) is driving strategy and leading research & development efforts to execute on the business’s mission to help power the energy transition. We forge the collaborations and help invent the technologies required to electrify and decarbonize for a zero-carbon future.

Representing virtually every major scientific and engineering discipline, our researchers are collaborating with GE Vernova’s businesses, the U.S. government, and more than 420 entities at the forefront of technology to execute on 150+ energy focused projects. Collectively, these research programs and initiatives aim to solve near term technical challenges, deliver next generation product advances, and drive long term breakthrough innovation to enable more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy.

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Senior Project Manager to execute Facilities projects for the ARC at GE Vernova. You will be responsible for estimating, scheduling, and completing Projects that will comply with all building codes and OSHA requirements.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• As a highly motivated self-starter, you will provide leadership in the development & execution of multiple construction projects that support research at the designated site.
• You will work with a diverse team including engineers, peers, Environment, Health and Safety (EHS), research staff, facilities management, construction/engineering contractors and a unionized work force to determine work scope, secure materials, and schedule trades to complete tasks.
• You will be responsible for the overall safety & compliance within your projects. You will also be responsible for assembling a team including stakeholders, EHS rep., engineers and craftspeople to develop project requirements, cost estimates, bid specifications, materials list, estimated man-hours and construction duration.
• You will:
  • Prioritize workload, establish and meet aggressive timelines for project completion
  • Manage and execute scopes within specified budget in compliance with GE Vernova sourcing policy
  • Provide stakeholders with regular communications including progress updates and issue resolution
  • Be responsible for setting clear expectations and driving accountability
  • Communicate with union representation to clearly identify business objectives
• Coordinate communications between EHS, engineering, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal codes and requirements
• Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to improve customer service by delivering cost effective solutions to meet stakeholder expectations
• Schedule and conduct required safety meetings

Required Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Must meet one of the following combinations:
  • Bachelor’s degree (technical, construction, or engineering) + 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Associate’s degree (technical, construction, or engineering) + 10 years of relevant experience.
  • High School Diploma + 15 years of relevant experience.
  • Note: All experience must be in mechanical and electrical construction fields, including proven ability to scope, estimate, and oversee construction projects.
• Industry Background: Industrial construction and/or maintenance experience.
• Technical Skills:
  • Advanced knowledge of cost estimating for maintenance and construction projects.
  • Proficiency in reading/interpreting architectural and assembly drawings.
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of Project Scheduling Tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Leadership: Demonstrated project management experience and experience supervising a unionized workforce.
• Work Authorization & Location:
  • Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship provided).
  • Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.

Desired Characteristics

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of NYS building codes, NFPA and 70E Arc
• PMP certification
• Six Sigma certification

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $114,100.00 and $190,200.00. 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.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 14, 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.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.