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Job Description Summary: Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority. As a company whose technology is used to power ~25% of the world’s electricity, GE Vernova takes its responsibility seriously. GE Vernova is a purpose-built company leading a new era of energy – electrifying the world while helping to decarbonize it. We are accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.
GE Vernova’s Hydro Power business designs, develops, manufactures, and services advanced technologies that harness the power of water to deliver reliable and sustainable power. For more than a century, hydroelectricity has played an essential role in global electricity systems. Today, it is the world’s largest source of renewable energy; pumped storage provides more than 90% of stored electricity globally. To reach net-zero globally by 2050, more hydro capacity is needed. Whether through pumped storage, run-of-river, or reservoirs, hydroelectricity will continue to be a cornerstone of North America’s energy future.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in the new era of energy, come join us. You will have the opportunity to evolve and grow surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team of ~75,000 people across more than 100 countries.
Overview The Project Director will be responsible for management of Renewable Energy Hydro Projects. They will drive project execution to maximize cash and margin, while delivering projects on time, in conformity with contract, and managing customer expectations.
Essential Responsibilities
Project Execution Strategy: Based on contract, develop and implement the overall strategy for project execution to achieve project performance goals.
Communication: represent GE to the customer; manage internal and external communication loops and interface with the customer.
Project Organization: secure necessary resources for project execution; organize project team with clearly identified roles and interfaces.
Performance Management: monitor KPI's; take necessary actions to guarantee financial, time, quality, and safety performance to maximize project goals.
Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety Management: establish and monitor Project Quality Plan, Procedures, and EHS Plan; ensure compliance at lowest final cost.
Claim Management: define strategy for claims and lead actions accordingly.
Risk and Opportunities: define Risk Management Plan; constantly update risk and opportunities; follow up on actions and results.
Project Process: manage project from hand-over from Sales through completion at FAC or handover to Service; provide feedback on performance and processes.
People Management: build and lead a project team; define goals, evaluate performance, and provide development plans.
Project Planning: develop and monitor Master Time Schedule and manage project float to ensure timely completion.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Minimum of 5 years of relevant power generation industrial experience
Minimum of 5 years of Project Director experience
Desired Characteristics
Large Construction (EPC) and site experience
Project Management Professional Certification
International project execution
Hydro electric industry experience is highly preferred
University degree in Business Administration, or equivalent commercial background
Background in contract law, claim management, scheduling, risk and change management
Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems and to lead programs/projects
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs; established project management skills
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $132,400-$176,300 USD/year. This range is influenced by experience, education, and location. This position is eligible for variable incentive compensation. GE offers benefits and programs to support personal and career growth, work/life integration, and philanthropy. Available health and welfare benefits include medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings options; and other programs to support employees and their families.
Additional Information
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. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen where applicable. Relocation Assistance: No.
Application Deadline: September 15, 2025
This is a remote position.
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Project Director-EPC Projects
role at
GE Vernova
Job Description Summary: Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority. As a company whose technology is used to power ~25% of the world’s electricity, GE Vernova takes its responsibility seriously. GE Vernova is a purpose-built company leading a new era of energy – electrifying the world while helping to decarbonize it. We are accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.
GE Vernova’s Hydro Power business designs, develops, manufactures, and services advanced technologies that harness the power of water to deliver reliable and sustainable power. For more than a century, hydroelectricity has played an essential role in global electricity systems. Today, it is the world’s largest source of renewable energy; pumped storage provides more than 90% of stored electricity globally. To reach net-zero globally by 2050, more hydro capacity is needed. Whether through pumped storage, run-of-river, or reservoirs, hydroelectricity will continue to be a cornerstone of North America’s energy future.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in the new era of energy, come join us. You will have the opportunity to evolve and grow surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team of ~75,000 people across more than 100 countries.
Overview The Project Director will be responsible for management of Renewable Energy Hydro Projects. They will drive project execution to maximize cash and margin, while delivering projects on time, in conformity with contract, and managing customer expectations.
Essential Responsibilities
Project Execution Strategy: Based on contract, develop and implement the overall strategy for project execution to achieve project performance goals.
Communication: represent GE to the customer; manage internal and external communication loops and interface with the customer.
Project Organization: secure necessary resources for project execution; organize project team with clearly identified roles and interfaces.
Performance Management: monitor KPI's; take necessary actions to guarantee financial, time, quality, and safety performance to maximize project goals.
Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety Management: establish and monitor Project Quality Plan, Procedures, and EHS Plan; ensure compliance at lowest final cost.
Claim Management: define strategy for claims and lead actions accordingly.
Risk and Opportunities: define Risk Management Plan; constantly update risk and opportunities; follow up on actions and results.
Project Process: manage project from hand-over from Sales through completion at FAC or handover to Service; provide feedback on performance and processes.
People Management: build and lead a project team; define goals, evaluate performance, and provide development plans.
Project Planning: develop and monitor Master Time Schedule and manage project float to ensure timely completion.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Minimum of 5 years of relevant power generation industrial experience
Minimum of 5 years of Project Director experience
Desired Characteristics
Large Construction (EPC) and site experience
Project Management Professional Certification
International project execution
Hydro electric industry experience is highly preferred
University degree in Business Administration, or equivalent commercial background
Background in contract law, claim management, scheduling, risk and change management
Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems and to lead programs/projects
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs; established project management skills
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range for this position is $132,400-$176,300 USD/year. This range is influenced by experience, education, and location. This position is eligible for variable incentive compensation. GE offers benefits and programs to support personal and career growth, work/life integration, and philanthropy. Available health and welfare benefits include medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings options; and other programs to support employees and their families.
Additional Information
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. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen where applicable. Relocation Assistance: No.
Application Deadline: September 15, 2025
This is a remote position.
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