About this role
Job Description Summary
The Project Engineering Management Function Leader, supervises, and coordinates the Project Engineering Management Team (PEMs) to undertake their role, and lead the Engineering on their assigned projects.
Assists the PEMs at project launching phase, controls engineering process follow up, ensures the proper management of interfaces with our partners and main suppliers. Be accountable for the proper allocation of resources required to execute the projects, looks for design subcontractors to adapt resources to the workload plan and optimize design budget. Handles specific actions, organize know how capitalization and RoE to improve global engineering efficiency for relevant activities.
The Project Engineering Management Function Leader is accountable for the proper compliance to the 'state of the art' and applicable standard and regulation in his field of activity, and is considered as technical referent for the teams. As manager, the Head of group is in charge of conducting annual reviews of the teams.
Job Description
GE Vernova - The Energy to Change the World
With over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy. We are electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. Our name reflects our mission. "GE" carries a legacy of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" signals Earth's lush ecosystems, while "Nova" nods to a new era of lower-carbon energy we are helping to deliver.
Focused on the future, GE Vernova is accelerating the shift to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. We help customers power economies and deliver electricity vital to health, safety, and quality of life.
Electrification
Our Electrification solutions modernize grids, enable renewable integration, and strengthen energy systems. From software to power conversion and storage, we help create smarter, more resilient energy networks.
Key missions
Project management
Scope of work, time schedule,
Consulted on design task list at project launchReview of general time schedule and assignment of resources to start engineeringCheck that all required engineering tools are available to execute the project for relevant activities Resources
Accountable for design budget on ongoing projectsOne monthly basis allocates design resources to execute all ongoing projects.Manage design workload plan for his/her discipline and proposes resource arbitration Team management
Lead & coordinate design teams of his/her disciplineAnimate regular internal team meetingHold performance development meeting with his/her team members and propose development planPerform skills mapping for his/her teams Engineering process control
Ensure consistency of process and tools used on all projectsDetect any malfunctioning during different engineering phases and implement corrective actionsEnsures planning and realization on time of design reviews, and conduct discipline basic design /gate reviews Project strategy & risk management
Support PEM in design strategy definition Support team to manage scope or design changes (data for claims, VO..)Ensure implementation of EMH guidelinesIdentify and consolidate for his/her discipline technical risks & opportunities and the corresponding mitigation/ action planValidating the result of design reviews and technical risks assessment for the involved discipline Customer knowledge
Consulted to understand customer requirement and check that proposed solutions are coherent with solution proposed in the same geographical area, with similar constraintsConsulted about answers to be done to customer technical request Document & configuration management
Check that traceability from Customer requirements to equipment specifications is doneCheck that Tracking & management of identified or potential deviations are doneEnsure that Management of return status of project documentation internal or external (approved, comments, resubmit, rejected) is performed for his/her discipline Design expediting
Consult on basic design phaseSupport to ensure technical consistency of design area and associated performance levelAccountable for the compliance to the 'state of the art' and applicable standard and regulation in his field of activityAccountable on completeness of subcontracting files (Scope, Deliverables, Inputs, Schedule) in his/:her discipline Process & Tools
Deploy GRID Engineering tools associated to his/her discipline (CAD, PDM/DMS,)Integrate EHS requirements in engineering process and deploy HAZID (Hazard identification) sessions at different project phasesGive necessary support to consolidate engineering KPI's for the discipline Interface with Procurement, Supplier/Partner management
Support Sourcing and Procurement in the definition of the Supplier's list according to the project strategyFor his/her discipline, consulted for the technical evaluation of offers from suppliersConsulted in the equipment ITP review and approvalConsulted in the review of FAT procedure and participant list to support FAT.Involved in subcontracting strategy for his/her discipline & support sourcing for design subcontractor auditsFollows Subcontractor competences and workloads on regular basisVerify the quality of services provided on projects and competitiveness of offers received from design subcontractors Return of Experience & Knowledge Capitalisation
Accountable for Site/Design return of experience & design validationOrganize functional knowledge capitalization for dedicated practice areas Quality
Comply with Quality Procedures, work instructions and Processes defined at Unit, project level, and in EMHReport or resolve any non-conformances and process in a timely manner Health and Safety
Deploy design freeze and EHS in designDemonstrate EHS leadership and ensure Zero Deviation Plan is implemented within the teamSets the example by demonstrating the proper acts and actively observes work conditions and behaviors, giving constructive feedback and celebrating EHS effective prevention.Actively participates in defining corrective actions when work is unsafe or when an uncontrolled risk is observed.Routinely observes routines and behaviors of others and provides immediate feedback regarding unsafe behavior and celebrates achievements or safe behaviors. Performance Measurement
Discipline Schedule updated with achievable task durationDiscipline Design reviews & Gate reviews plan formalized and followedROR integrates design part and Mitigation plan formalized and actions status identified (not started, ongoing, closed.)Design management tools strictly followed, and submission of coherent dataDiscipline workload plans updated on regular baseDiscipline Design budget masteredDesign change process in placeNo serious claim from main SuppliersEngineering platform in place when relevant, coordination meetings organizedNCR system used for the disciplineCompliance to Quality processes and procedures and GE policies and proceduresEngineering Subcontractors audit available and evaluation of services, some evidence of subcontractors' workload planPerformance development done with his/her teamROE done Desired Profile and Experience
Significant experience in Engineering activities in EPC type environment in T&D, Power Gen or Oil & Gas industryMastering of involved discipline (process, tools, technical aspects)Successful experience in project technical management of the discipline in a multi-disciplinary team's context including multiple interfaces and with products coming from several countriesFluent in EnglishStrong influencing and relationship building skillsExperience in technical problem solvingKnowledge of GRID factories and products through FAT, site visitsKnowledge of project execution risks and financial processesWillingness to work in different locations for short or medium period and to travel in worldwide.Demonstrated presentation skills and ability to succinctly communicate complex messagesDemonstrates ownership & accountability, judgment and decision making, influences & inspires team, creates a vision and strategy, and has passion for the role Our Culture
Every action shapes our future. That's why our north star is a culture of impact, where everyone is empowered to thrive and achieve.
Addressing the urgent need to build a more sustainable electric power system while improving the trajectory of climate change emissions are global priorities, and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify to thrive and decarbonize the world We play a significant role in leading a new era of energy.
Our technology helps generate approximately twenty-five percent of the world's electricity today, and we are working to power the rest. If we want the future of energy to be different, then join us and be the difference. Together, we are the Energy of Change!
We're determined to be the best place to grow
We believe that strong careers are built on a variety of experiences, strong connections, and continuous development. We're committed to providing you the tools to navigate and shape a strong career journey that aligns with a healthy work-life balance. No two careers are the same, and yours should reflect your personal and professional goals. Your people leader and trusted mentors will support you through navigating your journey.
We also prioritize fair pay, performance-based rewards, and wellbeing programs for you and your family. With opportunities to move across teams and functions, your career can keep evolving while sustainability stays at the core of everything we do.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are passionate about creating an inclusive work environment. By valuing the ideas and contributions of a diverse workforce we help inspire others to grow, succeed, and raise the bar for everyone.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.
Join us at GE Vernova where results can be achieved by embracing a community of belonging.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No