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Retrofit Program Director

GE Vernova
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Jul 2026
💰 $258,000/yr($154,800/yr$258,000/yr)

About the role

Job Description Summary

The Retrofit Program Director is responsible for leading the execution and operationalization of buy-back package retrofits and pre-COD Bulletin implementation related to New Units ITR Project Operations. The successful candidate will be in charge of a organization that supports commercial team during buy-back process of packages coordinating resources to evaluate package and engine condition, collaborating with engineering department and building a retrofit scope of work, quoting manpower providers, repair facilities, coordinating with sourcing on material lists, logistics, constructing a budget for retrofit services rendered.

When the buy-back process is concluded the Retrofit Program Director will be in charge of retrofit / bulletin project implementation and being accountable for the schedule and cost performance of each retrofit or bulletin implementation at packages pre-cod.

When package retrofit is completed it will be made RTS and assigned to a customer.

This role leads a global team of approximately 5 employees and multiples indirect workers and suppliers, including GE Vernova staff and contracted (TCOE) resources.

The Retrofit Program Director ensures full control and performance of the ITO-to-OTR process, maintaining compliance, budget adherence, and delivery excellence.
The position drives operational efficiency, cost-out initiatives, and financial performance in alignment with GE Vernova’s Operational Plan (OP) and Strategic Improvement Initiatives (SII).

Job Description

Leadership & Performance Management

  • Lead and develop the Retrofit and Bulletin Implementation team, providing direction, coaching, and performance management for all direct and indirect workers.
  • Establish and monitor KPIs for on-time delivery, cost-out, financial leakage, budget adherence, NCR reduction, and supply chain continuity.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all team members.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, ensuring alignment to business goals and individual development plans.

Value Stream & Process Ownership

  • Own the full ITR value stream across both Retrofit and Bulletin Implementation operations, ensuring process discipline and standard work are applied consistently.
  • Oversee wing to wing processes required to successfully fulfill retrofit activities to ensure customer satisfaction and contractual compliance.
  • Ensure accurate ITO budgeting, financial forecasting, and cost control throughout project and service execution.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives leveraging Lean and Kaizen methodologies across procurement and services processes.

Project Procurement & Services Execution

  • Ensure that onshore and offshore procurement meets or exceed expectations in regards of supplier performance and compliance.
  • Collaborate with other functions for activities related to Parts Sourcing, CM&U, Field Service, Installation, and IPR management.
  • Support commercial teams in supplier negotiations, cost optimization, and comp etitive bidding aligned with GE Vernova sourcing policies.
  • Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Engineering, and Finance to align project sourcing strategies and service execution plans.
  • Partner with Quality, EHS, and Compliance teams to ensure all activities meet internal and customer requirements.

Financial & Compliance Management

  • Ensure strict adherence to budget targets and financial commitments under the OP and SII.
  • Deliver annual cost-out and productivity objectives through supplier and process optimization.
  • Ensure compliance with GE Vernova policies, integrity standards, and regulatory requirements across all activities.
  • Provide regular operational and financial performance updates to functional and business leadership.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • On-Time Delivery (OTD): Achievement of project and service delivery milestones.
  • Cost-Out: Delivery of cost savings and productivity improvements versus budget.
  • Budget Control: Financial discipline and forecast accuracy across all operations.
  • Compliance & Quality: Adherence to GE Vernova and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
  • Significant experience in Project Management, supply chain, project procurement, or services operations.
  • Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional or global teams.
  • Strong analytical, organizational,

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