Job Information
GE Vernova Marine Project Manager in Rugby, United Kingdom
Job Description Summary
Key customer facing Project Management role for Marine business unit within GE Power Conversion UK Ltd.
An opportunity for an experienced Project Manager, although consideration will also be given to less experienced applicants with a strong desire to develop into the role.
Must have the ability to form effective working relationships with Customers, other Team Members and third-party suppliers to ensure the project objectives are achieved.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
The Project Manager will perform the following duties:
Manage a single or a portfolio of projects or be part of a programme team for the Marine business unit concerned, to ensure that contractual obligations are met on time and to budget.
Be a primary point of contact for the Customer, building a strong and effective Customer relationship achieving a high level of customer satisfaction and serving as a basis for repeat business.
Lead and co-ordinate a multi-disciplinary project team to deliver the project objectives in a structured and efficient manner.
Interface with GE participating units and external suppliers as needed.
Managing the commercial, technical and quality issues on the project.
Creating, maintaining and driving progress against a project plan
Ensure timely and accurate Customer billing and on time cash collection.
Ensuring compliance with GE processes and procedures at all times.
Registering, compiling, submitting and negotiating extensions of time, extras to contract and other claims as appropriate
Carrying out project reviews to control projects, check progress, manage cost, identify deviations from plan, detect risk and forecast future performance
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and incumbents are expected to undertake all reasonable duties as requested.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
Minimum HNC in relevant subject or equivalent
Experience in a Project Management, Commercial or Quantity Surveying role, appropriate to the position.
Experience of interfacing with external customers, commercially astute.
Good understanding of project finances enabling effective control of billing, costs and internal trading. Able to critique a project from a financial view.
Full UK driving licence
Ability to achieve Security Clearance at least to ‘Basic’ level
Must be willing and able to travel when required, for example to customer, supplier or job site locations.
Desired Characteristics:
Commercial or Technical Degree
Professional status and/or formal qualification in a body related to Project Management or Quantity Surveying
Knowledge of Marine / Naval Markets
Business operations & management experience
Knowledge of contractual & legal aspects
Procurement & supplier negotiations experience
Competence in the use of SAP is advantageous
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.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.