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Risk Manager

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science from an accredited university or college
  • At least 6-8 years of relevant work experience in project management or risk management in the nuclear or power industry
  • Proficient in using industry standard tools for Risk analysis involving Monte-Carlo simulations – such as SAFRAN or equivalent
  • At least 3 years of risk management or project controls experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead Quantitative risk analysis across multiple projects and develop a Risk Management Plan
  • Serve as an expert and primary point of contact for Risk Tool (SAFRAN)
  • Enable Cross-Functional Alignment by working closely with Project Management, PMO, and functional teams
  • Lead risk related daily management routines, operational risk reviews, and performance/trend tracking

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Influencing Skills
  • Strategic Thinking

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 Risk Manager will be responsible for leading Quantitative risk analysis (monte carlo simulations) across multiple projects, developing a Risk Management Plan and driving identification, evaluation, treatment and overall governance of project risks. This is a critical role requiring strong leadership, Self-Initiation, strong hands-on experience in Primavera and industry standard Risk tools such as SAFRAN.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

    • Services as an expert and primary point of contact for Risk Tool (SAFRAN), involving Quantitative and Qualitative Risk Analysis across multiple projects. 
    • Lead and manage Risk & Opportunity identification, deep dives & mitigation actions (throughout the entire Project life cycle) including a diligent follow-up and problem solving rigor on open risk mitigation actions.
    • 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.
    • Leads risk related daily management routines, operational risk reviews, risk reporting and performance/trend tracking, and support leaders in resolving bottlenecks through structured problem solving.
    • Benchmark internal & external risk management processes best practices.

Basic Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science from an accredited university or college
    • Proficient in using industry standard tools for Risk analysis involving Monte-Carlo simulations – such as SAFRAN or equivalent.
    • At least 6-8 years of relevant work experience (nuclear industry experience, 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
    • 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 20% of the time

Desired Qualifications:

    • Proficiency in Microsoft suite, Primavera and Risk management system.
    • Demonstrated leadership in a matrix environment
    • Strong execution discipline and Say-Do ratio, with consistent follow-through
    • Thrives in high-demand, detail oriented & multi-priority environments
    • Strategic thinker with a track record for developing innovative solutions to difficult business problems.
    • Project/Construction management or Project Controls experience in power industry.
    • Technical knowledge of commercial nuclear reactors & associated systems.
    • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
    • Strong interpersonal and leaderships skills

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: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionFor candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $102,700.00 and $171,100.00. 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 25, 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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