About the Role
GE Vernova Grid Solutions is electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As a leader in the energy sector, our goal is to accelerate the transition to a more energy-efficient power grid to meet tomorrow's demands. With a focus on growth and sustainability, GE Vernova Grid Solutions plays a crucial role in integrating renewable energy into the grid, paving the way for climate neutrality. Due to the growth of our AC substation/FACTS division, we are currently seeking a Project Manager for Installation Activities - Substations (all genders) for the "Construction & Commissioning" department to contribute to this energy transition together.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the planning and execution of installation activities in our 110/400 kV substation projects and FACTS projects.
- Accompany the project regarding installation planning and execution in all phases – from the engineering phase to customer handover.
- As the person responsible for installation planning and its execution, significantly contribute to ensuring that work in the substation is carried out safely, with high quality, on time, and economically.
- Point of contact for all matters concerning installation for GIS and AIS substation projects as well as FACTS plants.
- Planning of all work in compliance with applicable occupational health, environmental, and safety regulations, and participation in the creation of work and safety instructions.
- Planning, preparation, and coordination of installation work in agreement with other departments, project management, and our customers.
- Selection, commissioning, and coordination of installation partners and subcontractors together with our purchasing department, including evaluation of offers, performance coordination, and schedule and capacity planning.
- Creation of quality documentation, e.g., ITPs & checklists, for the execution of installation work.
- Creation of installation, schedule, and resource plans.
- Coordination of site personnel mobilization together with internal departments and subcontractors, as well as creation of site setup plans.
- Monitoring of quality, costs, and deadlines during project execution and corresponding reporting to project management.
- Identification and management of risks and opportunities related to installation activities.
Requirements
- Completed training in electrical engineering with at least 5 years of professional experience, ideally further training as a technician/master.
- Demonstrable experience as an installation planner in substation projects or comparable projects in energy generation.
- Strong awareness of health and safety (EHS) in accordance with international standards; the ability to identify and stop unsafe work is required.
- Knowledge of electrical engineering standards (e.g., VDE, DUV).
- Distinct interpersonal communication and leadership skills, good organizational skills, and the ability for clear reporting.
- Willingness to travel within Germany (travel time approx. 20%).
Skills
- Electrical Engineering
- Installation Planning
- Project Management
- Health and Safety (EHS)
- Quality Documentation
- Schedule Planning
- Resource Planning
- Risk Management
- Communication Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Organizational Skills
Location
- Germany
Work Type
- Office-based
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience
Education Level
- Completed training in electrical engineering
- Further training as a technician/master (ideal)
Benefits
- Professional development: Dynamic team, extensive resources, and training for competence development.
- Booming industry with cutting-edge projects: Participation in high-caliber, innovative projects.
- Global perspective: Collaboration with a diverse, global network of industry experts.
- Collaborative environment: Supportive corporate culture that fosters creativity and teamwork.
- Culture of accountability: Flexible working hours and a stable career prospect.
- Competitive compensation package and attractive company benefits.
About the Company
- GE Vernova is in a phase of hyper-growth, scaling its teams, building new areas, and taking its industry to the next level.
- At GE Vernova Grid Solutions, we electrify the world with advanced grid technologies.
- As a leader in the energy sector, our goal is to accelerate the transition to a more energy-efficient power grid to meet tomorrow's demands.
- With a focus on growth and sustainability, GE Vernova Grid Solutions plays a crucial role in integrating renewable energy into the grid, paving the way for climate neutrality.
- Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously.
- Our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it.
- Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver.
- Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.
