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Nuclear Site Manager

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in site management or a similar leadership role, preferably in a relevant industry
  • Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects on time and within budget
  • Strong understanding of project management principles, construction methods, and safety regulations

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee the full scope of site activities during the Inquiry to Order (ITO) and/or Order to Remittance (OTR) phases for construction, installation, and commissioning
  • Manage, lead, and develop the site team, including contractors and sub-contractors
  • Ensure strict adherence to project schedules, quality standards, and cost parameters in compliance with contractual obligations
  • Proactively monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies

Key facts

  • Remote from: United States
  • Full time
  • Senior (5-10 years)
  • English

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership
  • Social Skills

About the company

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GE Vernova

Energy Technology

Building on over 130 years of experience, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy – electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryEnergy Technology
Company size10001

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Job description

Job Description Summary

The Site Manager at Clinch River is responsible for the oversight and execution of construction, installation, and commissioning on the customer site. This role encompasses the entire project lifecycle from site mobilization through civil works, erection, and commissioning, alongside associated management activities. The Site Manager owns and influences site budgets and operating plans, operating under established company policy. Working closely with cross-functional teams, this role demands high levels of evaluative judgment and operational acumen to ensure all site operations align with company objectives, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements, quality, and efficiency while fostering a productive work environment.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Site Operations & Project Leadership: Lead and oversee the full scope of site activities during the Inquiry to Order (ITO) and/or Order to Remittance (OTR) phases for construction, installation, and commissioning. Act as the primary on-site leader, directly reporting to the Project Director..
  • Team & Resource Management: Manage, lead, and develop the site team, including contractors and sub-contractors, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. Efficiently manage all site resources and logistics, including equipment, materials, and facility maintenance.
  • Compliance & Standards: Ensure strict adherence to project schedules, quality standards, and cost parameters in compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and all local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Risk Management & Problem Solving: Proactively monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies. Leverage expertise to find creative solutions for business challenges and recommend best practices to improve products, processes or services.
  • Performance & Continuous Improvement: Drive operational excellence through regular site inspections and audits. Interpret internal and external business challenges and recommend best practices to improve products, processes, or services, utilizing an understanding of industry trends to inform decision-making.
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Maintain accurate site records, including comprehensive progress reports, daily logs, safety documentation, and quality control checks. Effectively communicate complex messages and negotiate internally to gain alignment, influencing peers and presenting business or technical solutions to leaders. Also, engage and potentially negotiate with external partners, vendors, customers, and regulatory bodies.
  • Safety & Quality Assurance: Implement and rigorously enforce comprehensive safety programs and protocols to ensure a zero-incident culture and uphold the highest quality standards on site.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in site management or a similar leadership role, preferably in a relevant industry.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects on time and within budget.
  • Strong understanding of project management principles, construction methods, and safety regulations.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., PMP, OSHA 30).
  • Experience specifically within the Clinch River area or similar operational environments.
  • Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management
  • Extensive understanding of power generation and the nuclear industry

Note:


To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years' experience required for any role based within the USA. For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

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

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $154,800.00 and $258,000.00. 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.

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