Senior Operations Manager

Job Description Summary The Senior Operations Manager will lead and oversee operational excellence for GE Vernova’s Gas Turbine Projects Division. This role is responsible for ensuring the effective execution of global gas turbine projects including engineering, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, installation, and commissioning while driving operational efficiency, cost competitiveness, and compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate is a proven leader in large-scale industrial project operations who can balance day-to-day project execution with long-term strategic initiatives that enhance customer satisfaction, profitability, and operational agility amidst demand growth in the marketplace. Job Description Operational Management Oversee the operating rhythm across the Gas Turbine Projects Division, ensuring project execution aligns with contractual obligations and business objectives. Own operational KPIs, forecasts, and productivity initiatives — using data to identify barriers, drive governance and reporting, and lead cross-functional resolution on critical challenges. Drive productivity improvements, cost reduction programs, and working capital optimization. Leadership & Development Foster a high-performance culture emphasizing accountability, safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement. Develop future operations leaders through coaching, training, and succession planning. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement Partner with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Commercial, HSE, Quality) to ensure seamless project execution. Serve as the operational point of contact for customers — maintaining strong relationships, clear communication, and aligned expectations. Collaborate with GE Vernova leadership, regional offices, and external partners to drive divisional success. Risk, Compliance & Safety Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks across the division's project portfolio. Implement and enforce GE Vernova's EHS standards across all operations. Ensure full compliance with international trade, export control, and regulatory requirements. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred). Min. 8 years of experience in operations management or large-scale industrial operations leadership within the power generation, or heavy equipment sectors. Preferred Experiences Prior experience in gas turbine technology, EPC project execution, and field services operations required. Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed, cross-cultural teams. Financial acumen including P&L knowledge, budgets, and cost optimization initiatives. Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience preferred. Core Competencies Strategic Execution: Aligns day-to-day operations with long-term business objectives. Operational Excellence: Drives process optimization, performance management, and risk control across the division. Servant Leadership: Inspires, empowers, and develops diverse teams. Change Management: Leads transformation initiatives in complex, dynamic environments. Continuous Improvement: Champions ongoing process optimization, leveraging data and structured methodologies to drive efficiency and eliminate waste. 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 For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $132,200.00 and $220,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on July 15, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off. GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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. 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