Lead Project Management Specialist - Project Mgmt (12 month contract)

Automation, Monitoring & Diagnosis and Systems & Services) running in parallel.

The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage project execution from tender to warranty end

• Be the prime customer contact for contract execution. Develop and maintain lasting customer relationships.

• Execute Projects in collaboration with engineering department, contract admin, contract management, finance, procurement & other support functions

• Be accountable for On Time Delivery, Sales and cash-in realization (& accurate forecasting), ]Risk management & Customer satisfaction

• Follow project management best practices as per Project Management Handbook and specific Product line guidance

• Monthly update on actions plan progress & Sales/cash forecasts

• Preparation and presentation of project reviews

• Contribute to Operation department development & Unit continuous improvement

• Lead EHS/Safety actions and performance: be fully compliant with GE rules and processes, ensure project teams (own and subcontracted) are properly trained and holders of required qualifications when required.

• Follow GE compliance Policies ('The Spirit and The Letter') and promote open reporting

• Support Commercial team by engaging as required in pre-contract process, providing return of experience, optimizing project costs & deliveries

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Electricity Grid engineering or project management

• Ability and willingness to travel 20% of the time and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies

Desired Characteristics:

• Proficient in project management tools and procedures.

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Fully fluent in English

• Capability to manage & motivate a project team with Autonomy and Rigor

• Bachelor's or Master's engineering degree.

• Previous work experience in multi-cultural environment (preferably with an expatriate experience)

• PMP Certification

• Prior experience managing customer facing projects in Electricity Transmission, Distribution & Industrial markets.

• Engineering and Business knowledge, with experience in Digital Substation, Protection and Control activities

• Proven Leadership under project structure

• Strong interpersonal, leadership and conflict resolution skills

• Familiarity with contractual terms and experience managing

• Strong influencing and negotiation skills

• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple long and short-term projects simultaneously

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No