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Aero ITR Cost Leader

AT GE Vernova
GE Vernova

Aero ITR Cost Leader

Houston, TX

Job Description Summary

Vernova Purpose

GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world?

What impact you'll make

As a member of the Aero Project Controls team, the Aero ITR Cost Leader will be responsible for developing, evaluating, and presenting costs for Aero gas turbine power generation plants during both proposal preparation ("ITO") and project execution ("OTR"). This role will support cross-functional teams including the Aero Tendering Management proposal team, the Aero Finance team, and the Aero Project Management team.

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Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Work as a member of ITO proposal teams on Aero plant proposals leading the preparation, integration, and optimization of the project costs.
  • Create ITO project cost summaries for presentation to the leadership team members.
  • Work as a member of OTR project teams on Aero projects leading the accurate calculation and optimization of the project estimate at completions ("EACs") utilizing actuals to date and percent completes.
  • Partner with project managers and project finance managers to drive functions to achieve their budgets and to prepare for the project financial reviews ("PMR's").
  • Collaborate with functions on Aero projects to review and approve accurate, competitive estimate(s) at completion ("EACs"). Ensure best project controls practices with frequent functional EAC updates leveraging actuals to date, percent complete and accurate forecast of cost to go.
  • Connect frequently (e.g., biweekly) with all OTR functional owners (for non-equipment scope including construction, construction site staffing, technical advisory services, project management, and other costs during execution) to identify additional P75 cost opportunities and risks.
  • Track and communicate progress of P75 cost opportunities and risks across the project team and broader organization.
  • Lead cost process continuous improvement initiatives using lean methodologies. Author standard work documents for best Aero EAC practices for every non-equipment Aero function.
  • Implement lessons learned and margin improvements from Aero execution to proposals.

Required Qualifications

  • Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering/construction or other relevant technical discipline from an accredited university or college.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, power plant design, cost estimating, cost engineering, or related roles.

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong technical expertise with Aero gas turbine power plant systems, including power plant level design and costing.
  • Strong analytical skills and interest.
  • Successful track record and passion for process improvements.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

The base pay range for this position is 92,800.00 - 154,700.00 USD Annual . 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 a 10% bonus.

This posting is expected to close on 04/11/2025

Preference will be given to current Gas Power Engineering employees.

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., their successors, 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

Client-provided location(s): Houston, TX, USA
Job ID: GE_power-2024108478
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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