Risk Manager

GE Vernova; Rugby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking a Risk Manager to oversee risk management and contingency planning across its Power Conversion & Storage businesses in North Europe. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional efforts to integrate risk strategies into project planning, driving operational excellence and informing decision-making.

Benefits

Attractive compensation.

Flexible benefits package.

Employer pension contribution.

Private Health Insurance.

Life Assurance.

26 days vacation + bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in multi-project risk management and contingency planning.
• Proficient with risk management tools and techniques.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor risk management processes.
• Maintain detailed risk registers and deliver reports.
• Lead training initiatives on risk assessment and contingency planning.

Skills

Risk Management

Contingency Planning

Project Controls

Stakeholder Communication

Data-Driven Insights

Education

Relevant Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Monte Carlo Simulations

Primavera P6

MS Project

SAP

Job description

Job Description Summary
The Risk Manager will oversee the alignment of project and portfolio risk management and contingency planning across GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage businesses in North Europe.
This role focuses on proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring that contingency reserves are effectively aligned to mitigate potential impacts on cost, schedule, and scope.
The successful candidate will lead cross-functional efforts to integrate risk and contingency alignment into bid development, project planning, and execution phases, driving informed decision-making and operational excellence.

Job Description
Key Responsibilities:

Risk & Contingency Planning:

• Develop, implement and monitor robust Risk Management and Contingency Planning processes across project, portfolio, and organizational levels.
• Work with cross functional teams to ensure risks are identified during the bid and execution phases, and reflected in cost and schedule baselines.
• Develop, monitor and adjust contingency plans to address identified risks, ensuring alignment with organizational risk appetite and project goals, and the evolving risk landscape.
• Act as a key advisor to project teams, PMO and leadership on risk and contingency alignment strategies.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed risk and contingency registers for projects and portfolios, ensuring risks are tracked and mitigation progress is documented.
• Develop and deliver regular reports to senior leadership, highlighting risk exposure, contingency utilization, and mitigation effectiveness.
• Use data-driven insights to recommend proactive actions and improve risk-contingency alignment.

Continuous Improvement and Training:

• Lead initiatives to enhance risk and contingency alignment practices, incorporating lessons learned from completed projects.
• Develop and deliver training programs on risk assessment, contingency planning, and risk-contingency integration.
• Promote a culture of proactive risk management, emphasizing the value of contingency alignment in achieving project success.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in risk management, contingency planning, and project controls in complex, multi-project environments, and across bid development, project planning, and execution phases.
• Proficiency in risk management tools and techniques, including Monte Carlo simulations, @Risk, or similar software.
• Knowledge of project management and controls systems (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, SAP).

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and foster alignment on risk strategies.
• Experience in training and mentoring project teams on risk and contingency alignment.
• Results-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Familiarity with ISO9001 standards and industry best practices for risk management.

Work Environment:

This role is based on site in the Power Conversion & Storage facility in Rugby, and occasional travel may be required to engage with customers, suppliers, support project teams, and collaborate with regional offices in the UK (Portsmouth, Glasgow, Leicester, Swansea).

Why Join GE Power Conversion & Storage?

This is an opportunity to lead the integration of Risk Management and Contingency Planning into transformative projects. Join a team dedicated to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering solutions that power industries worldwide.

• Attractive compensation.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits are: Employer pension contribution (not subject to individual contribution); Income protection; Private Health Insurance; Life Assurance
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays

Flexible Working at GE Vernova

We know that life doesn't fit into a one-size-fits-all schedule. That's why we support flexible working, adaptable start and finish times or compressed hours where possible. We trust our people to manage their work in a way that suits them while delivering results on world-first projects.

We're always looking for top talent! If this role isn't quite right, but you're interested in joining GE Vernova, we can support you to understand where your skills could help. Get in touch today and become part of a team shaping the future of power conversion technology!

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No