This is a critical leadership role where you will take full ownership of complex turnkey transmission infrastructure projects—driving delivery from initial design through procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning, through to final handover. You will lead large, multidisciplinary teams and work closely with senior leadership to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This role is based in Glasgow and follows a hybrid working model (usually 3 days in the office, 2 from home). Given the nature of our project portfolio and stakeholder engagement, close proximity to the project environment and customer is essential. We are therefore looking for candidates who are either locally based or willing to relocate from elsewhere in the UK.
Due to the complexity of the projects, this role requires a strong understanding of the UK transmission sector and CDM regulations. You will bring proven experience operating within UK regulatory frameworks, standards, and delivery models, enabling you to make an immediate impact.
LOCATION: Glasgow, UK (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days home)
BUSINESS: Grid Solutions / Power SystemsJob Description
What You’ll Be Doing
Full Project Ownership
Lead the end-to-end delivery of large EPC/turnkey transmission projects, ensuring delivery to scope, schedule, budget, and customer expectationsLeadership & Team Management
Lead and inspire large, multidisciplinary project teams across Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Finance, EHS, Quality, and ContractsStakeholder Engagement
Build and manage strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment and effective communication throughoutConstruction & Delivery Oversight
Provide strong leadership across construction, installation, and commissioning phases, ensuring safe and efficient site executionCommercial & Financial Management
Own project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, margin protection, and reportingRisk & Claims Management
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; manage contractual claims and drive resolution of issuesPlanning & Execution
Ensure all project activities are clearly defined, scheduled, and delivered in line with contractual milestonesEHS Leadership
Champion a strong safety culture, ensuring EHS is embedded in all project decisions and execution strategiesQuality Leadership & Assurance
Champion a culture of quality excellence by embedding quality requirements into all project decisions, ensuring deliverables meet contractual specifications, and driving continuous improvement through effective non-conformance management and compliance with GE Vernova's Quality Management System.Tender & Pre-Execution Support
Contribute to tender validation by reviewing delivery models, risks, and commercial commitments
It is essential that candidates bring significant experience delivering transmission projects within the UK. This role requires someone who can take full ownership and operate effectively from day one, with a strong understanding of UK regulations, standards, and construction delivery practices.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have gained this experience through working on Grid substations with major UK network operators such as National Grid, SSE, or UK Power Networks. This experience is highly valued as it provides critical insight into UK-specific delivery environments and stakeholder expectations.
In addition, strong construction experience is essential, particularly within complex infrastructure or energy projects.
Engineering degree (or equivalent experience)
Substantial experience managing large-scale, complex projects within infrastructure, energy, or transmission sectors
Proven track record of leading high-value EPC or turnkey projects
Strong experience in construction, installation, and commissioning phases
Demonstrated ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and influence senior stakeholders
Strong commercial and financial acumen
Experience managing risk, contracts, and claims
Experience working in complex, multi-interface environments (international experience desirable)
Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and analytical skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities
Lead major, high-impact energy infrastructure projects across the UK
Play a key role in delivering projects supporting the energy transition
Work with experienced, multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative environment
Opportunity to shape and influence delivery on complex, high-value programmes
At GE Vernova Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Vernova Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Vernova Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
Why we come to work:At GE Vernova, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we’re always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you’ll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you’ll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No
Skills Required
- Engineering Degree or equivalent
- 10 to 15 years of relevant experience
- Experience leading high value turnkey projects
- Ability to influence others and lead large teams
- Project management in an international environment
- Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
GE Vernova Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Vernova and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Vernova.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan includes company matching contributions and additional company retirement contributions, with access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Feedback suggests this structure supports long-term savings beyond a basic match.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available with flexible, continuous or non-continuous usage, and is complemented by adoption resources and Work/Life Connections guidance. Maternity leave is described as extended relative to typical workplace norms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include 12 paid holidays, permissive time off for many salaried roles, and dedicated personal, illness, and caregiving time for U.S. new hires. Some hourly roles start with a defined PTO bank, while other roles may offer unlimited time off.
GE Vernova Insights
What We Do
GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.
Why Work With Us
Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.
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