Job Description SummaryThe Heavy Duty New Units (HDNU) Site Issue Cost and Productivity Leader is a key role on the HDNU Global Site Issue Management (GSIM) team where you will face and be challenged to employ your strategic thinking to deliver enhanced business impact and outcome. In this role, you will be responsible for driving operational rigor and excellence by defining, implementing, operationalizing various workstreams related to the wing-to-wing cost management process during the planning and execution of On-site remedial work/activities.

In close collaboration with various cross functional teams and stakeholders, you will be responsible for developing and scaling out the business capability to effectively identify and minimize risks and uncertainties in Non-Conformance (NCR) /Warranty (SN)/Fleet Program cost estimates while ensuring safety and quality of GE Vernova products and services. This role involves driving initiatives on continuous improvement opportunities & optimizing integration of cross functional processes/tools with aim of successfully implementing strategies to improve and maintain cost transparency and estimation capability reinforced with a robust and sustainable risk monitoring and mitigation process.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

Establish, improve, and streamline business process capability in estimating total cost of onsite remedial work/activities enabling the project/site team to accurately and timely estimate and roll up costs for funding request.Optimize and lean cost management workstreams across all GSIM teams – Top Fleet Issues, Warranty (SN), Non-Conformance (NCR) by driving transparency, seamless integration of processes and tools, and adherence to the standard work and policiesDrive cost management process rigorously to align the actual spend with the approved budget.Conduct and lead daily management of cost monitoring and early detection for potential cost leakages in collaboration with the cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Finance, PMO, FieldCore, C&C) to achieve L1/2/3 bowler KPI’s.Define, implement, and operationalize the standard work to maintain and drive continuous improvement on the cost management process related to the onsite remedial work/activities.Identify business opportunities and lead PSR’s/lean workouts to solve complex problems and drive operational excellence across GSIM workstreams.Establish the lean roadmap and drive the operating rhythm to ensure that GSIM priorities and goals are met and delivered. Shape, manage, and execute key strategic projects related to quality & cost.Communicate context, plans, programs, and progress to senior leadership, stakeholders, and to the organization on a regular basis.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university or similar or relevant studies or experience.Significant experience in a technical Project or Program Manager role.Significant experience with project/product costing.

Desired Characteristics

Significant operational experience in Product/Project Cost Management, Engineering, Quality or equivalentExperience/Expertise in cost management process developmentDemonstrated ability to challenge the status-quo and effectively drive change managementStrategic thinking ability while able to deliver tangible results and outcomesDemonstrated capability in leading through influence across a global matrixed organizationClear, effective, proactive communication skillsTrack record of achieving targets by leading and collaborating with large cross-functional teamsDeep knowledge in Gas power plantCross functional leadership – Able to influence and motivate team effectively and facilitate problem solving and lean workoutsProven mentoring and coaching abilities; demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire othersActs with humility; open, collaborative listener and learnerOutstanding interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and driving a change across the organizationStrong analytical skills with ability to identify and solve critical issuesAble to simplify complex problems by using effective problem solving and lean process and tools and eliminate ambiguity to enable rapid problem solvingAdvanced degree – MBA or equivalent

The base pay range for this position is $132K - $176K USD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for bonuses, such as a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation/equity. This position is expected to close on March 24th, 2025, or thereafter. 

The company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120%, or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401 (k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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