Job Information
GE Vernova Project Management Processes and Tools Leader (Remote Eligible, U.S.) in Wilmington, North Carolina
Job Description Summary
The Project Management Processes and Tools Leader will assume authorship and responsibility for all Project Management and Project Controls related processes and procedures. This individual will review input from leadership that identifies gaps and resolve them with appropriate procedural updates and/or creation. Where processes are unclear or missing, this individual will coordinate the leadership team to shore up those processes/procedures. In addition to working the processes and procedures, this individual will advocate for and pursue appropriate tools to modernize the project management and project controls suite of capabilities.
The Leader will work closely with the Director of the PMO and the Program Assurance Lead to ensure gaps are identified and closed swiftly and effectively. This individual will act on behalf of the Director of the PMO in leading process improvement activities across Advanced Nuclear and ensure alignment with GE Nuclear processes.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
Ensures project management standards and practices are followed in accordance with business policies, and projects are delivered within schedule and cost constraints.
Proactively identify and evaluate potential risks within projects and suggest mitigation strategies. Track the effectiveness of these strategies.
Evaluate quality of project deliverables against defined standards and criteria
Identify opportunities to optimize project management practice and improve efficiency.
Contributes towards strategy and policy development.
Has in-depth knowledge of industry best practices.
Operates within a highly matrixed environment, and understands how this role integrates with other key roles on the team, such as the Process and Tools lead.
Uses problem solving skills and operational judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations.
Acts as a SME for colleagues with less experience. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Develops persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field. Provide support, council and recommendations to section management.
Implement plans with functional leads to respond to issues/problems and define corrective actions.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement.
Define and deploy relevant training curriculum to expand Project Management and Project Controls knowledge.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business from an accredited university or college (or equivalent).
At least 7 years of relevant work experience (nuclear industry engineering/operations experience, project management, risk management, construction management, contracts management or equivalent).
At least 5 years of project management or project controls experience.
Eligibility Requirements
The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters Wilmington, NC but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Desired Qualifications
PMP Certification.
Nuclear power industry experience.
Self-motivated and capable of planning and executing major initiatives with little supervision.
Knowledge and experience with engineering and projects tools, processes, and software.
Established project management skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey complex information.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
The base pay range for this position is $128K - $170K. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on 2/4/25.
The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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
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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.