Job Description Summary

Job Description

Facilities Project Manager:

GE Aerospace Research will continue to play a vital role in supporting the industry through a historic recovery while shaping the future of flight. We invent the future of flight, lift people up and bring them home safely. Our commitment to lead the industry, to keep safe the flying public and the armed forces, and to lift up one another and our communities, remains our north star. Our purpose is what ties us to one another and gives meaning to our work.

Roles and Responsibilities

As a highly motivated self-starter, you will provide leadership in the development & execution of multiple construction projects that support research at the GE Aerospace Research site. As a Project Manager - Facilities you will be responsible for estimating, scheduling, and completing Projects that will comply with all building codes and OSHA requirements. You will work with a diverse team including Research Staff, Facilities Management, Facilities Engineers, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Security, Digital Technology and Consultants to develop a project scope and design. You will lead a team to develop cost estimates, bid drawings and specifications, materials list, estimated man-hours and construction schedules. You will work with a unionized work force to secure materials and schedule trades to complete tasks. You will be responsible for the overall safety & compliance within your construction team.

The Project Manager, Facilities - Aerospace Research will:

• Prioritize workload, establish and meet aggressive timelines for project completion.
• Be responsible for setting clear expectations for the team and driving accountability.
• Provide customers with regular communications including progress updates and issue resolution.
• Manage a team of hourly employees to meet EHS, quality and productivity goals.
• Coordinate communications between EHS, engineering, and customers to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal codes and requirements.
• Coordinate all matters regarding administration of hourly union contract including but not limited to work assignments, attendance, personnel matters, grievance resolution, contract interpretation, etc.
• Schedule and conduct required safety meetings.
• Exemplify and champion the GE Purpose and GE Leadership Behaviors - Act with Humility, Lead with Transparency, and Deliver with Focus.
• Embrace and drive a lean culture, leveraging kaizen processes to drive continuous improvement inclusive of the skills and capabilities of the team.
• Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to improve customer service by delivering cost effective solutions to meet client expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical, construction or engineering field with minimum 12 years of experience in design and construction, including proven ability to scope, estimate and oversee the construction of projects.
• Industrial construction or maintenance experience Strong and broad knowledge of cost estimating for maintenance and construction projects.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office including MS Project or other Project Management Software.
• Experience communicating effectively, both oral and written, among an hourly workforce.
• Ability to work autonomously and under pressure, with a sense of urgency, to meet deadlines.
• Ability and willingness to handle emergencies outside of normal working hours.
• Ability to build and influence strong networks internally and externally, and work in a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment.
• Must be willing to work on site at our facility in Niskayuna, New York.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Characteristics

• Prior experience leading teams and projects.
• Technical expertise in an engineering discipline.
• Experience working in a unionized environment and adhering to a collective bargaining agreement.
• Knowledge of NYS building codes, NFPA and 70E Arc.
• PMP certification
• Ability to drive innovation, execute plans and to think creatively.
• Able to adapt to constantly changing work assignments and fast paced work environment.
• Lean Six Sigma background and certification.
• Strong demonstrated team-based skills - knows when to lead and when to follow.

The base pay range for this position is $111,900 - $186,500 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on December 1st, 2024.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs ( i.e ., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor 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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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: Yes