C&C (Construction & Commissioning) Regional Leader - Latin America

Job Description Summary

The Construction & Commissioning (C&C) Regional Leader - Latin America is responsible for leading all activities related to the execution of construction and commissioning scopes across customer sites in the region, from tendering through project completion.
This includes ownership of site strategy, planning, execution, safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
The role drives regional performance and ensures alignment with global C&C standards and company objectives.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the regional Construction & Commissioning organization, promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with GE Vernova EHS policies, local regulations, and company standards.
• Represent C&C during ITO (Inquiry-to-Order) and OTR (Order-to-Remittance) phases, providing accurate inputs for planning, cost, and risk assessment.
• Ensure project site activities, construction and commissioning, are executed safely, on schedule, on budget, and to the required quality and contractual standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence through Lean and productivity initiatives within the region.
• Manage resource allocation, competency development, and succession planning to meet business needs and project demands.
• Partner with the Regional General Manager, Project Directors and Global C&C leadership to define execution strategies and mitigate project risks.
• Oversee the development and execution of the regional financial operating plan, including budget adherence, productivity, and cost-out targets.
• Collaborate with other GE Vernova regions and functions (Engineering, Sourcing, Project Management, Commercial, etc.) to ensure seamless project delivery and knowledge sharing.
• Represent GE Vernova to customers, consortium partners, and subcontractors on matters related to construction and commissioning execution.
• Contribute to developing tendering tools, standards, and lessons learned to strengthen future bids and project performance.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant project execution experience, including significant exposure to site management and construction & commissioning operations.
• Experience leading cross-functional, multicultural teams in large-scale infrastructure or power projects.
• Proven track record of managing construction and commissioning activities for complex industrial or energy projects.
• Fluent in English and Portuguese; Spanish proficiency is an asset.

• Strong commitment to Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) excellence.
• Demonstrated leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI).
• Experience managing large EPC/turnkey power projects, including internal and external consortium arrangements.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical and business messages clearly.
• Strong financial acumen with understanding of project cost control and budget management principles.
• Results-driven, collaborative, and adaptable leadership style with the ability to work effectively across geographies and functions.
• Strategic thinker with demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes (Domestic)
• Travel: Approximately 30-40% (domestic and international)