GE Vernova

Risk Manager

GE Vernova • $102K — $171K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science from an accredited university
  • Proficient in Monte-Carlo simulation risk analysis using SAFRAN or equivalent
  • 6-8 years of relevant experience in the nuclear or power industry
  • Minimum 3 years of risk management or project controls experience
  • Solid understanding of project life cycle and risk management principles
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently
  • Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary contact for Risk Tool (SAFRAN) to conduct risk analysis
  • Lead and manage risk identification and mitigation throughout the project life cycle
  • Demonstrate effective leadership and communication skills across all organizational levels
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on risk management priorities
  • Lead operational risk reviews and performance tracking while resolving bottlenecks
  • Benchmark and recommend improvements to risk management processes

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Access to a 24/7 nurse-based resource and Health Coach from GE Vernova
  • Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling services
  • Retirement benefits including a tax-advantaged 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance programs
  • Paid parental leave and disability benefits
  • 12 paid holidays and permissive time off
Full 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.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

For 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.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is an energy business company. They provide digital, energy consulting, energy financial services, gas power, grid solutions, nuclear energy, power conversion, renewable energy, steam power, and so on.

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