Lead Engineering Project Planner at GE Vernova

Lead the definition of scope and development of schedules for complex engineering projects, oversee project monitoring and follow-up, interact with high-level stakeholders, define and maintain strategic KPIs, and ensure the success of engineering projects.

Role & Responsibilities: 

• Define and develop schedules for complex engineering projects.
• Oversee the monitoring and follow-up of multiple projects.
• Align projects and objectives with high-level stakeholders.
• Define and maintain strategic KPIs for the engineering area.
• Establish control over project milestones by identifying main product/system parts.
• Study project scope in detail, focusing on deliverables and required activities.
• • Create the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) with Project Manager and Engineering Leader involvement.
• Develop detailed project schedules from activity definition, duration, and sequencing.
• Specialize in Project Management tools (e.g., MS-Project, Primavera, Excel, Smartsheet).
• Identify the project's critical path and suggest solutions in conjunction with Product/Project Managers, Lead Engineers.
• Coordinate and control engineering activities, ensuring alignment with product leaders.
• Collaborate with product leaders to incorporate requirements and expectations into project planning and execution.
• Monitor planned activities (Planned vs. Actual) through internal interfaces.
• Incorporate schedule changes and evaluate impacts from Change Orders.
• Plan the development and introduction of new products to the market.
• Commit to Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Quality Management System (QMS) standards, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and internal procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements: 

• Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related fields.
• Strong experience in engineering activity planning.
• Proven experience in project management and team leadership.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile, Lean).
• Advanced skills in negotiation, conflict management, and decision-making.
• Knowledge of rotary machines and/or experience in make-to-order projects.
• Ability to identify main product/system parts to establish control over project milestones.
• Proficiency in MS-Project and/or Primavera and intermediate/advanced Excel.
• Experience in critical analysis of costs and budgets.
• Knowledge of electrical, industrial, and power systems.
• Availability for travel.
• Knowledge and experience with ERP/SAP systems.
• Fluent in English.

You can expect from us:

• Challenging and exciting projects.
• A work environment where we understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance and we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.
• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.