M&A BD Project Manager

Job Description SummaryThe IT Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Business Development Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end IT workstreams across M&A and business development initiatives, including due diligence, financial planning, scoping, integration, and execution to ensure successful deal closure.
This role establishes standardized IT M&A strategies and engagement models while driving execution in close collaboration with key stakeholders across GE Vernova Gas Power Business Development (BD), Digital Technology (DT) HQ teams (including M&A, Cyber, and CTO), and Power DT CIO organizations. The position requires strong technology, process, and domain expertise to lead multiple interdependent initiatives within large-scale programs, value streams, or regions.

Job Description

• Develop and execute DT integration, divestiture, and business development strategies aligned with the Gas Power Global Supply Chain BD roadmap.
• Conduct risk assessments for ongoing M&A and BD initiatives; develop and execute project plans aligned with deal timelines.
• Partner with DT and business stakeholders to ensure all IT processes, applications, and services are effectively scoped and delivered.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define and implement business continuity plans to mitigate risks during system transitions.
• Define and execute post–Day 1 DT strategy in partnership with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business, functional, and technology leaders to define requirements using Lean principles and practices.
• Lead technology strategy discussions aligned with business needs and enterprise architecture standards.
• Establish and enforce agile program management methodologies and best practices across all projects.
• Build and lead cross-functional project teams, including internal and external technical and functional experts.
• Drive execution of multiple interdependent projects across global teams.
• Identify and resolve program-level risks, interdependencies, and roadblocks.
• Coordinate with external teams to ensure timely delivery of dependent activities.
• Manage program risks, scope changes, and non-standard events.
• Lead stakeholder communication and change management efforts.
• Ensure high-quality deliverables that meet stakeholder expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related STEM field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of IT experience, including demonstrated leadership across product lines or programs.
• Proven experience leading M&A, divestiture, or transformation initiatives within supply chain or manufacturing environments.

Desired Qualifications:

• Current Power Information Technology experience preferred.
• Strong relationship management skills across complex, matrixed organizations, including vendor partnerships.
• Experience defining and executing multi-year strategies.
• Experience establishing operational rhythms, standard work, and governance processes.
• Deep expertise in Lean and Agile methodologies, with hands-on experience applying Agile tools and practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguity and make sound decisions.
• Excellent critical thinking and organizational skills to support leadership decision-making.
• Self-driven and proactive, with the ability to identify and remove organizational obstacles.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members.
• Exceptional communication skills, including executive-level presentations.
• Ability to operate in a dynamic environment with flexible working hours and competing priorities.
• PMP or equivalent project management certifications preferred.
• Mobility flexibility for critical project deployment period

Note:

To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

Additional Information

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionApplication Deadline:

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $119,200.00 and $198,600.00. 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 April 30, 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. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.