Senior Project Manager – Grid Automation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the implementation of intricate projects within the Grid Automation solutions sector.

• Ensure that project objectives align with broader business goals.

• Effectively manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for projects.

• Uphold safety and quality standards throughout the execution process.

• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

• Maintain clear communication and manage expectations across the entire project life cycle.

• Create comprehensive project plans that encompass timelines, milestones, and resource distribution.

• Leverage planning and scheduling tools to track progress, manage the critical path, and ensure timely project delivery.

• Achieve optimal budget control by developing a clear work breakdown structure and monitoring Earned Value (EV), also known as Budgeted Cost of Work Performed (BCWP).

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks that arise during project execution.

• Ensure all project outputs comply with quality benchmarks and regulatory standards.

• Compile and present regular status updates to senior management and relevant stakeholders.

• Maintain precise and thorough project documentation.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• At least 7 years of project management experience in the energy or Grid Automation industry.

• Demonstrated experience in overseeing complex, multi-dimensional projects.

• Experience with protection relays, bay controller units, auxiliary relays, and telecommunications equipment is highly preferred.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent is preferred.

• Strong leadership abilities and team management skills.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Proficient in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Jira).

• Analytical thinker with robust problem-solving skills.

• Willingness to travel to customer locations and offices as needed by the project plan (approximately 20%).

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource.

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program, offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• Retirement benefits including the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings option with company matching and retirement contributions.

• Access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance.

• Adoption assistance.

• Paid parental leave.

• Disability benefits.

• Life insurance.

• 12 paid holidays.

• Permissive time off.