Advanced Nuclear Senior Project Manager

GE-Vernova-; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE Vernova is seeking an Advanced Nuclear Senior Project Manager to lead deployment and execution of SMR projects. You will report to the Project Management Director and support design and construction contracts globally, coordinating with the Project Director and teams.

The role requires strong project management, risk handling, and cost structuring skills, with travel up to 25% and eligibility for U.S. export-controlled information where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business from an accredited university or college.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Project Management.
• Minimum 3 years managing medium- to large-scale projects with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time project delivery, P&L accountability, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain Project Risk Register to mitigate risk.
• Coordinate kickoff meetings with customers, internal teams, and suppliers.

Skills

PMP Certification

Nuclear power industry experience

Nuclear construction practices

Influence stakeholders

Problem solving

Planning and organizational skills

Lead programs/projects

Negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary
The Advanced Nuclear Senior Project Manager will have a focus on deployment
and execution projects in support of GE Vernova’s small modular reactors
(SMR). This role will report to the Project Management Director, while supporting
the respective Project Director in planning and executing contracts for the design
and construction of the SMRs around the world.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• On-time project delivery, profit & loss accountability, and customer satisfaction through management of project related activities and resources

• Maintain Project Risk Register to communicate and mitigate overall project risk level

• Participate in customer, internal, and/or supplier project kickoff meetings and support the Project Director with preparation & coordination of customer, internal, and/or supplier kickoff meetings

• Assist Project Director in organizing project cost structure in Oracle ERP

• Develop and maintain a project roster including assigning and monitoring timely completion of project related training activities

• Develop and issue the Project Work Plan and related project plans and project procedures; facilitate the implementation of project plans and project procedures across the larger project team

• Project administration and configuration management of project documentation to assist the Project Director

• Ensure compliance with U. S. export control and other requirements as applicable

• Support the development and deployment of project infrastructure and project tools

• Support coordination of project activities; monitor and control progress on project deliverables

• Organize and archive project correspondence and records consistent with Project Configuration Management Plan

• Ensure the conformance of project deliverables with contract and project requirements

• Lead, draft, and issue project management meeting notes, action item lists, and project progress reports

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business from an accredited university or college
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Project Management
• Minimum 3 years managing medium- to large-scale projects (with multi-disciplinary team and project).

Eligibility Requirements:

• Domestic and International travel up to 25%
• The preferred work location for this role is at GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) Headquarters in Wilmington, NC but highly qualified U.S. remote eligible candidates will be considered.
• This role requires access to U.S. export - controlled information, if applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export - controlled information from the U.S. government.

Desired Characteristics:

• PMP Certification
• Nuclear power industry experience in operations or engineering
• Familiarity with nuclear construction practices and Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) design
• Experience with commercial negotiations
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve complex problems
• Ability to influence stakeholders and build trust with customers, managers, and team members
• Abilitytodistillcomplex informationandfocusoncriticalpriorities
• Ability tomakedecisionswithspeedandaccuracy,basedonbest availableinformation
• Experience working in a matrixed environment
• Well-developed planning and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $132,200.00 and $220,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus. This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on September 03, 2026. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.