Fossil Americas Upgrades Senior Project Manager
GE Vernova Canada
Energy Technology · 10,001+ employees
About the role
The Senior Project Manager oversees steam turbine and generator upgrade projects to ensure contractual, financial, and technical obligations are met. They are responsible for managing project budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communication while ensuring safety and quality standards.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or a high school diploma with at least 6 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 5 years in project management. Proficiency in project management software and the ability to travel domestically and internationally are required.
Full description
Job Description Summary
As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating activities within Steam Power Upgrade Services steam turbine and generator rotating equipment projects, ensuring GE Vernova's contractual obligations are fulfilled. This role demands strict adherence to financial, commercial, and technical parameters, with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction. You will focus on the execution of project activities, following the established Upgrade Process.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and manage project budgets, providing ongoing cost estimates to completion.
- Plan and manage project schedules and payment milestones, including contingency planning to ensure timely delivery.
- Oversee contractual scope, maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders.
- Identify and manage risks and opportunities, ensuring all risks are mitigated.
- Deliver accurate monthly management reports for all assigned projects.
- Facilitate effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide leadership and guidance throughout the project lifecycle, including conducting lessons learned reviews.
- Act as the central point for project-based activities and perform additional duties as assigned.
- Attend training seminars, as required.
- Participate in external meetings with suppliers and customers, such as design reviews and kick-off meetings.
- Maintain strong relationships with customers, peers, engineering teams, and global partners.
- Ensure GE Vernova safety and quality procedures are adhered to within the project scope.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 6 years of experience in related fields.
- Ability to travel 25% domestically and internationally
- Minimum 5 years project management experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport
Desired Characteristics
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution
- P. Eng. Certification and/or PMP/APM Certification.
- Experience with power generation systems.
- Practical knowledge of GE Vernova products is beneficial but not mandatory.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills to meet deadlines.
- Clear thinker with strong analytical, quantitative, and results-oriented skills; able to make sound and timely decision
- Excellent facilitation and presentation skills for technical and business audiences.
- Proactive ownership and responsibility for assigned tasks.
- Ability to work effectively in a matrix environment, managing multiple assignments and priorities.
- Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement process enhancements.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, with working knowledge of Primavera P6 or MS Project.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: August 15, 2026
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