Lead Project Management Specialist

About the role

As a Project Manager Specialist, you will plan and execute contracts from the transfer meeting through managing Quality, Cost, and Delivery of the entire execution process. You will ensure on-time delivery according to contractual terms, high customer satisfaction, and control and improve Gross Margin and cash related to contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assume ownership of orders at order transfer by Sales after review.
• Define action plans to resolve outstanding issues at order transfer.
• Report gross margin of orders booked.
• Ensure contract delivery and performance complies with technical specifications, scope, and delivery timelines to meet customer satisfaction and business objectives (gross margin, revenue recognition, and cash).
• Perform project reviews and manage risks and opportunities in line with business guidelines.
• Monitor the budget and identify opportunities for raising claims if the customer deviates from contract terms.
• Manage receivables, including customer invoicing aligned with contractual milestones and cash-in improvement.
• Follow up and reduce overdues in line with business objectives.
• Coordinate Erection & Commissioning (E&C) by providing forecasts for resource planning and invoicing E&C services.
• Address customer responses on priority to ensure satisfaction and confidence in the organization.
• Coordinate with customer care to resolve warranty issues promptly.
• Facilitate resolution of disputes (delays, cancellations, scope changes).
• Ensure adequate planning and productive time for customers during Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) visits.

Key performance metrics include:

• Time taken for order acknowledgment and engineering (measured from order transfer date).
• Customer on-time delivery (A1).
• Margin slippage (%).
• Respect of 8-week manufacturing freeze period.
• Claims accepted by customer (as % of sales).
• On-time invoicing.
• Overdues (as % of receivables).
• FAT completion (%).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering or Business (or High School Diploma equivalent with 3 years of project management experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Project Management.

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and resourcefulness.
• Proven ability to complete projects within scope, budget, and timeline.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to Health Coach from GE Vernova (24/7 nurse-based resource).
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services).
• GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with company matching and retirement contributions.
• Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Tuition assistance.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability benefits and life insurance.
• 12 paid holidays and permissive time off.

Pay

The pay range for this U.S.-based position is $87,000.00 to $145,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas. Pay may be influenced by candidate experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility includes a discretionary annual bonus.