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GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

Risk Manager

Project ManagementUpdated on Nov 11
Full-time

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science from an accredited university or college is required.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard risk analysis tools involving Monte Carlo simulations, such as SAFRAN or an equivalent, is required.
  • At least 6–8 years of relevant work experience is required, including nuclear or power industry experience in project management, risk management, project controls, construction management, contracts management, or equivalent.
  • At least 3 years of risk management or project controls experience is required.
  • A solid understanding of power project life cycles, project risk management principles, and relevant technical, financial, and contract terms is required.
  • The ability to handle many complex issues or projects concurrently is required.
  • Willingness and ability to travel 20% of the time is required.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada for the Canadian-based opening or in the United States for the U.S.-based opening.
  • For applicable candidates, access to U.S. export-controlled information is contingent on obtaining U.S. Government authorization.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the expert and primary point of contact for the SAFRAN risk tool, including quantitative and qualitative risk analysis across multiple projects.
  • Lead and manage risk and opportunity identification, deep dives, and mitigation actions throughout the full project life cycle, including diligent follow-up and rigorous problem-solving on open mitigation actions.
  • Work independently and communicate across all organizational levels while applying leadership, influencing, and management skills.
  • Work with Project Management, the PMO, functional teams, and other stakeholders to align risk management priorities and ensure they are understood and delivered.
  • Lead risk-related daily management routines, operational risk reviews, risk reporting, and performance and trend tracking; support leaders in resolving bottlenecks through structured problem solving.
  • Benchmark internal and external risk management processes and best practices.

Desired Qualifications

  • Proficiency in the Microsoft suite, Primavera, and a risk management system.
  • Demonstrated leadership in a matrix environment.
  • Strong execution discipline, a consistent Say-Do ratio, and reliable follow-through.
  • Ability to thrive in high-demand, detail-oriented, multi-priority environments.
  • Strategic thinking and a track record of developing innovative solutions to difficult business problems.
  • Project or construction management, or project controls experience in the power industry.
  • Technical knowledge of commercial nuclear reactors and associated systems.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

About the Company

GE Vernova

Builds equipment and software for electric power

GE Vernova makes equipment and software that generate and manage electricity for utilities, power producers, and industrial customers. Its Power, Wind, and Electrification businesses span gas turbines, wind generation, and the systems that move electricity across grids. The company supplies generators, grid equipment, and controls, while its software coordinates network operations and integrates changing sources of power. Customers buy equipment and enter service agreements for maintenance, upgrades, and technical support over its operating life, alongside purchases of software and related services. GE Vernova became an independent company in 2024 after separating from GE and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
N/A
Total funding
$17.6M
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Founded
2024

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