Senior Grid Automation Project Lead (Remote)

GE Vernova, Inc.; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Lead Project Manager for Grid Automation to own complex, high-impact projects across Protection Relays, Substation & Distribution Automation, Monitoring & Diagnosis, and Systems & Services.

You will manage execution from tender to warranty close-out and serve as the primary customer contact for contract delivery. You will travel ~20% and lead cross-functional teams to deliver on time, on budget, and with exceptional safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience (minimum 6 years).
• 5+ years of experience in electricity grid engineering or project management.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time, in line with company policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution from tender through warranty end, acting as the primary customer contact for contract delivery.
• Build and sustain strong, long-term customer relationships through clear and proactive communication.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, contract administration, contract management, finance, and procurement to deliver projects on time and on budget.
• Own on-time delivery, sales and cash-in realization, forecast accuracy, risk management, and customer satisfaction for your project portfolio.
• Apply project management best practices per the Project Management Handbook and relevant product line guidance.
• Provide monthly updates on action plans and sales/cash forecasts.
• Prepare and present project reviews to stakeholders.
• Contribute to Operations team development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion EHS/safety performance; ensure your team (including subcontractors) is trained and holds required qualifications.
• Uphold company compliance standards and promote a culture of open reporting.
• Support the Commercial team during pre-contract activities, sharing lessons learned to optimize project costs and delivery.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

PMP certification

Multicultural environments

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (min 6 years experience)

Job description

GE Vernova, Inc. is seeking a Lead Project Manager for Grid Automation to own complex, high-impact projects across Protection Relays, Substation & Distribution Automation, Monitoring & Diagnosis, and Systems & Services.

You will manage execution from tender to warranty close-out and serve as the primary customer contact for contract delivery. You will travel ~20% and lead cross-functional teams to deliver on time, on budget, and with exceptional safety and quality.