Lead Engineering Project Planner
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GE Vernovas Power Conversion & Storage business provides electrification systems that are critical to our global customers power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with the worlds major energy maritime and industrial organizations enabling their transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization including through our specialist motors drives and control technologies.Job Description
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 projects 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 or equivalent experience
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.
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
Important: Higher levels of UK Security Clearance including SC Clearance and UK Eyes Only Clearance are required for this role. The candidate must have existing clearance or the ability to obtain clearance. This will require British citizenship with a valid British passport and no dual nationality.
You Can Expect From Us:
A role on mission-critical projects that contribute to national defence and energy transformation.
A collaborative environment where your input shapes real project outcomes.
A flexible working culture that respects your work-life balance and individual career goals.
A competitive compensation package and benefits tailored to your needs including:
Employer pension contribution (regardless of individual contribution)
Private Health Insurance
Income Protection and Life Assurance
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Why Join GE Vernova Power Conversion and Storage
Be part of a company thats solving global challenges through advanced technology and world-class execution. At GE Vernova you wont just plan projects youll shape progress.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Primavera
- Primavera P6
- Transportation Planning
- Smartsheet
- Joint Operations
- Production Planning
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- Project Coordination
- Technical Support
About Company
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