Lead Project Planner

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a Lead Project Planner to join GE Vernova’s Hydro Power North America division. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in the execution of hydropower projects within our US Government portfolio by developing and managing schedules throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring accurate progress tracking and on-time delivery. You will support Project Managers in achieving project objectives related to cost, schedule, and performance, while ensuring compliance with contract requirements and US Government standards.

Do you have the energy to change the world? If you are ready to make a difference and usher in the new era of energy, come join us. You will get the opportunity to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry, work on cutting-edge technologies, and be part of a global team of ~75,000 people across more than 100 countries.

• Develop, maintain, and baseline integrated Primavera P6 schedules for EPC hydropower projects, ensuring alignment with strategy, contractual milestones, and US Government requirements.

• Perform critical path, float, and impact analyses to anticipate delays and support decision-making.

• Model “what-if” scenarios to evaluate alternatives and optimize delivery timelines and resource utilization.

• Identify schedule risks and opportunities, driving mitigation and recovery actions with project teams.

• Monitor progress and key milestones, ensuring consistency with cost forecasts, resource plans, and contract commitments.

• Prepare and present planning reports and dashboards for internal and customer reviews.

• Integrate CLIN structures into project schedules to enable accurate progress tracking, invoicing, and reporting per US Government standards.

• Prepare and support schedule-related claims, including time impact analyses and delay justifications in line with contract provisions.

• Lead planning practices and mentor team members, promoting continuous improvement of tools, processes, and standards.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college

• Minimum 6 years of proven experience in planning and scheduling EPC projects

• Advanced knowledge of planning and scheduling principles, techniques, and methodologies

• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6

• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills

• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Experience with US Government projects.

• Background in cost control and earned value management (EVMS).

• Experience in the hydropower industry.

• Knowledge of Lean principles and the Last Planner System.

• Scheduling or Project Management certification (e.g., PMI-SP, PMP, AACE-PSP).

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce:
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• Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.

• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.

• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.

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.  to learn more () .

GE Vernova’s Hydro Power business designs, develops, manufactures, and services advanced technologies that harness the power of water to deliver reliable and sustainable power. For more than a century, hydropower has played an essential role in the North American and global electricity systems.

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