Marine Project Manager in Milton Keynes

Key supplier facing Project Management role for Marine business unit within GEV Power Conversion UK Ltd. This role will be focused on enabling the supply chain to meet our customers' required goals through activities ranging from managing the supply chain relationships and information flows to supporting our suppliers in planning and delivery.

An opportunity for an experienced Project Manager, although consideration will also be given to less experienced applicants with a strong desire to develop into the role. Must have the ability to form effective working relationships with Customers, other Team Members and third-party suppliers to ensure the project objectives are achieved.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Act as a supply chain project manager for a key Marine program, managing activities over a range of suppliers in different worldwide locations.
• Initially some visits to Canada to work with key suppliers based there.
• Support a multi-disciplinary program team to deliver the project objectives in a structured and efficient manner.
• Interface with GEV participating units as needed.
• Managing the commercial, technical and quality issues on the project.
• Creating, maintaining and driving progress against a plan.
• Ensuring compliance with GE processes and procedures at all times.
• Registering, compiling, submitting and negotiating extensions of time, extras to contract and other claims as appropriate.
• Carrying out project reviews to control projects, check progress, manage cost, identify deviations from plan, detect risk and forecast future performance.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and incumbents are expected to undertake all reasonable duties as requested.

Essential Skills And Qualifications:

• Minimum HNC in relevant subject or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Experience in Project Management, Quality, Engineering and Manufacturing in previous roles.
• Experience of interfacing with external customers and suppliers.
• Full UK driving license.
• Ability to achieve Security Clearance at least to 'Basic' level.
• A key requirement will be the ability to travel and spend time with suppliers in various worldwide locations.

Desired Characteristics:

• Commercial or Technical Degree.
• Professional status and/or formal qualification in a body related to Project Management or Supply Chain.
• Knowledge of Marine / Naval Markets.
• Experience in the supply or procurement of LV/MV equipment/systems and switchgear.
• Business operations & management experience.
• Knowledge of contractual & legal aspects.
• Experience with procurement & supplier negotiations.
• Competence in the use of SAP is advantageous.

You Can Expect From Us:

• A collaborative environment where your input shapes real project outcomes.
• A flexible working culture that respects your work-life balance and individual career goals.
• A competitive compensation package and benefits tailored to your needs, including: Employer pension contribution (regardless of individual contribution), Private Health Insurance, Income Protection and Life Assurance, 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Why Join GE Vernova - Power Conversion?

Be part of a company that's solving global challenges through advanced technology and world-class execution. At GE Vernova, you won't just plan projects - you'll shape progress.