Senior Risk Manager

The Senior Risk Manager will be responsible for developing a Risk Management Plan and driving identification, evaluation, treatment and overall governance of project risks. This is a critical role requiring strong leadership, highly energetic person, strong hands‑on analytical capability with clear thinking and willingness to challenge the status quo.

• Leads Risk Management activities within Advanced Nuclear involving Small Modular Reactors for large‑scale EPC Projects.
• Lead and manage Risk & Opportunity identification, discussion & mitigation actions (throughout the entire Project life cycle) including a diligent follow‑up and problem solving rigor on open risk mitigation actions.
• Drives risk related daily management routines, operational risk reviews, and performance tracking, and support leaders in resolving bottlenecks through structured problem solving.
• Requires strong hands‑on analytical capability, the successful candidate will be comfortable moving between detailed data analysis, operational reviews, and senior leadership communication.
• Ability to demonstrate good leadership, influencing and management skills including the ability to work independently and communicate effectively within and across all levels of the organization.
• Enable Cross‑Functional Alignment:
  Work closely with Project Management, PMO, functional teams, and other stakeholders to ensure Risk Management priorities are understood, aligned, and delivered.
• Services as expert and primary point of contact for Risk Management within the Project team.
• Benchmark internal & external risk management processes best practices.
• Refine and improve the processes, KPIs, and communication rhythms

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science from an accredited university or college
• Proficient in using industry standard tools for Planning and quantitative risk analysis involving monte Carlo simulations – such as P6, SAFRAN or equivalent.
• At least 8-10 years of relevant work experience (nuclear industry engineering/operations experience, or planning, project controls, project management, risk management, construction management, contracts management or equivalent).
• At least 3 years of risk management or project controls experience
• Solid understanding of power projects life cycle, project risk management principles, relevant technical, financial and Contract terms.
• Ability to handle many complex issues/projects concurrently
• Willingness and ability to travel globally 20% of the time

• Demonstrated leadership in a matrix environment
• Strong execution discipline and Say-Do ratio, with consistent follow‑through
• P6 and Microsoft suite proficiency.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leaderships skills
• Thrives in high-demand, detail oriented & multi‑priority environments
• Strategic thinker with a track record for developing innovative solutions to difficult business problems.
• Project Controls management, Contract Management or Risk Management experience
• Project/Construction management experience in power industry.
• Structured, hands‑on problem solver with focus on root cause and sustainable outcomes
• Technical knowledge of commercial nuclear reactors & associated systems.
• 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.

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

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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