Job Description Summary

The Lead Project Manager will lead execution of substation and power grid infrastructure projects across the United States, supporting utility and data center customers. This role requires a strong foundation in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, hands-on project management experience, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Lead end-to-end execution of substation projects, including engineering, procurement, manufacturing, installation, testing, and commissioning.

• Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk alignment with contract requirements and GE Grid Solutions processes.

• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and execution plans.

• Identify risks and opportunities and implement mitigation or recovery plans as needed.

Technical & Engineering Coordination

• Serve as the primary project interface for electrical and mechanical engineering disciplines.

• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, utility standards, NEC, IEEE, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Support technical decision-making related to substation equipment such as transformers, switchgear, breakers, protection & control, and HV/MV systems.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for utility and data center customers.

• Lead customer meetings, progress reviews, and issue resolution discussions.

• Coordinate internal teams and external partners, including EPCs, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Interface with Various internal and external Suppliers and OEM’s

Financial, Commercial & Risk Management

• Manage project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, billing milestones, and margin protection.

• Support change management, claims, and contract administration in collaboration with commercial teams.

• Ensure compliance with GE policies, contractual obligations, and internal controls.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to GE EHS policies and promote a strong safety culture across all project activities.

• Drive quality execution in accordance with GE standards, utility requirements, and project-specific quality plans.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or mechanical engineering.

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in substation, power, or grid infrastructure projects.

• Experience executing projects for U.S. utilities or Data Centers

• Working knowledge of substation systems, project lifecycle execution, and engineering coordination.

• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Project experience supporting data center customers or large industrial power infrastructure.

• PMP or other Project Management certification.

• Familiarity with U.S. utility practices, standards, and interconnection requirements.

• Experience with GE Grid Solutions products or similar OEM/EPC environments.

• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, SAP, etc.).

Desired Characteristics

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills in a matrix organization.

• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Results-driven mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.

• Willingness to travel domestically for customer meetings and site activities.

For Employees/Candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $104,900.00 and $154,900 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual incentive bonus.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Additional Information

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position