Job Information
GE Vernova Project Manager in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Job Description Summary
The Project Manager will manage projects and carry out all project management activities including follow up with internal team, external vendors and suppliers, client, consultant and support PM in all reporting and invoicing works, arranging all required documentation, etc. for 380/132kV High Voltage Substations Projects.
In line with the Saudization requirements preference will be given to qualified Saudi nationals.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Integration Management
Set up the project management plan.
Manage the changes and adapt the objectives & strategy accordingly
Organize and lead project gate reviews
Address project management issues (roadblocks, performance,. etc...)
Scope Management
Manage the entire project scope of work for small and medium projects
Analyze Customer requirements.
Organize works allocation for project team.
Time Management
Responsible for delivering the project on time
Monitoring and update Master project schedule, based on Multi-activities schedules
Produce and updates list of key milestones (incl customers) Anticipate on-time delivery issues (documents, services, equipment's)
Measure project progress and anticipate actions
Cost Management
Take responsibility for the gross margin of the overall project
Maximize profit and cash at each phase of project
Foresee costs & margins at completion
Identify cost discrepancies.
Monitor cash evolution and take actions
Develop monthly sales forecast (in close cooperation with the project controller)
Develop costs and revenue recovery plans
Optimize Costs (design to cost, negotiation QCD, etc…) and challenge productivity in all areas directly involved
EHS and Quality Management
Responsible that EHS & quality requirements are followed by GE Grid teams and subcontractors
Ensure site quality plan and commissioning procedure are followed
Manage project acceptance.
Set-up and monitors control criteria for quality of works (Engineering, CW, erection, tests & commissioning)
HR Management
Set-up and drive a project and site organisation team.
Anticipate project resources allocation
Optimize Project team allocation
Coach & give feedback within project team
Communication Management
Responsible for all aspects of communication within the project in particular to promote communication between Units.
Ensure Customer satisfaction through effective and healthy communication
Manage ongoing working relationships with management to ensure creative solutions and influence decision
Provide reporting to customer
Provide reporting to management
Monitor Multi-Units performance through project reviews
Risk and Opportunity Management
Conduct Risk Sessions
Identify and implement risk mitigation plans
Proactively generate and manage opportunities
Contract and Suppliers Management
Take responsibility of contract management with project contract manager toward Customer, suppliers and subcontractors.
Ensure full understanding of the Contractual requirements.
Build claim and VO’s files.
Define, monitor and control Customer / Partners / Supplier(s) strategy with regards VO’s & claims.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Engineering
Proficiency in English and Arabic
Registered with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE)
Minimum 4 years of experience as a Project Manager/Engineer managing project scope, timelines, profitability, and delivery for small to medium projects
Experience in 132kV/380kV substations, HVDC, STATCOM, and SVC projects.
Familiarity with key Saudi clients like SEC/NG RC, ARAMCO, and NEOM
Proven ability to manage customer-facing and internal product/service delivery
Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation tools.
Experience with P&L objectives, consortium/partnership projects, and international project management
Strong leadership and team-building skills with knowledge of project management frameworks
Technical expertise to manage project lifecycles effectively.
Willingness to travel and work across Saudi Arabia for short or medium durations
Coordination with procurement for timely, quality supplier deliveries and resolving conflicts
Desired Characteristics
Good skills in project management including prioritization, scheduling, and documentation
Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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.