Job Description Summary
About the position: The Site Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of site operations, including mobilizing the site, establishing regulations, and managing infrastructure, accommodations, and personnel. They ensure the successful execution of the project within budget and schedule while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. The Site Manager leads site staff, including subcontractors, fosters a collaborative work culture, and enforces the GE Vernova EHS policies. Additionally, they are authorized to make critical decisions on-site, manage costs, and conduct performance assessments to ensure the successful completion of key milestones.
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About our company: GE Vernova is a planned, purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses of Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world's challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.
At GE Vernova, our Hydro Power business division stands at the forefront of the
hydroelectricity generation industry. We are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and installing cutting-edge equipment for hydroelectric power plants, as well as servicing and refurbishing existing facilities to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Our turbines and generators account for over 25% of the total installed hydropower capacity worldwide. With a dynamic team of 3,600 professionals spread across more than 30 countries, we have the energy to change the world. Be part of a team that is not only shaping the energy landscape but also contributing to a more sustainable planet.
Join us and make a difference with GE Vernova's Hydro Power business division!
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:
1. Operational
- Mobilize the site and set up of site infrastructure
- Plan and set up vehicles, accommodation and other support for site staff
- Establish site regulations and rules of site operation
- Select and hire local personnel as required
- Execute daily (if required), weekly and monthly comprehensive reports
- Set up the site filing and document control system
- Strategically execute the site Cost Control
- Strategically execute the GE Vernova EHS Policy and the site EHS plan
- Strategically manage the site schedule, progress of works and cost
- Set up and strategically execute the site QA/QC plan
- Carry out both meritorious and disciplinary actions as prescribed by GE Vernova regulations
- Take necessary actions to maintain high site morale
- Manage subcontracts / subcontractors
- Conduct daily and weekly meetings with staff and subcontractors.
2. Managerial (Budget / Administration / People)
- The overall management and leadership of the site staff.
- Developing a Site Safety Culture during the site execution of the project.
- Promote & develop a collaborative culture towards seamless execution of the site works between GE Vernova Hydro Power, it's sub-contractor, the customer and other contractors on site (e.g. civil works)
- Executing the project within the site installation budget.
- Achieving all major milestones within the site schedule.
- Performance assessments of all site staff including contract staff and life-of-project staff.
- Maintaining an intensive customer relationship and a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Closeout of all site subcontracts with fair and proper allocation of costs, minimizing impact to GE Vernova Hydro Power
- Representation of GE Vernova Hydro Power to the customer and local authorities.
- Maintaining and enhancing the professional image and reputation of GE Vernova at all times.
3. Specific Functional/Technical authority (besides DoA):
- Has the ultimate authority on the site as prescribed by GE Vernova Hydro Power rules and regulations
- Is authorized to remove any person or object from site.
- Is authorized to take urgent or emergency action to remedy sudden problems or discrepancies.
- Has authority to communicate with the client and any local entity or authority in the execution of his tasks.
- Is authorized to make expenditures according to company rules and regulations.
- Is authorized to carry out disciplinary actions on site according to company rules and regulations
- Is authorized to carry out appraisals and assessments of site staff
4. Measurement / Key Performance Indicators
- All major milestones achieved on time.
- Overall site construction and subcontract budget targets are achieved.
- Any cost variances are fairly and properly allocated, impact to GE Vernova Hydro Power is minimized.
- All parties to the project are able to make optimum decisions based on information supplied from site.
- EHS Road Map targets are achieved with zero lost time injuries or fatalities.
- Customer satisfaction survey targets are achieved.
- All required performance assessments are completed
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Proven management experience in power plant construction and engineering
- Appropriate experience and training in general leadership and management technique
- High proficiency in German and English required
- Ability to influence and oversee change across the organization
- Ability to multitask and shift between many different projects and initiatives with tight deadlines
- Ability and willingness to travel and work domestically and internationally as required
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in the power generation industry is desirable
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
- Established project management skills
The minimum KV salary for this full-time position is € 64734.18 gross - with the willingness to pay more depending on qualifications and professional experience.
Inclusion & Diversity: At GE Vernova, we believe in the value of your unique
identity, background, and experiences. We are committed to fostering
an inclusive culture, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work
because they feel accepted, respected and that they belong.
Please click here to learn more: Advancing safe, responsible, and equitable working conditions (gevernova.com)
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
#LI-Remote - This is a remote position