Senior Project Manager - Fuels

Job Description Summary

As the Senior Project Manager – Fuels, you will be responsible for comprehensive project management, profit & loss accountability, and customer satisfaction for Fuel Business (Global Nuclear Fuel) projects. You will be the primary contact for specific fuel projects and will lead all aspects of project delivery, including coordination with internal functions, vendors, and customers to scope and execute deliverables. You will work collaboratively with the Product Managers, the Manufacturing team, the Fuels Engineering team and other key members of the Fuels Business to define requirements and deliver high quality outcomes; including coordination with internal functions, vendors, and customers to scope and execute deliverables. The ideal candidate has a passion for nuclear energy, extensive experience in the nuclear industry, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to translate complex requirements effectively.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of project management for assigned projects, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, and resource management. Projects may include design engineering, licensing, equipment procurement, oversight of contractors / vendors, and development of new product offerings.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, business policies and all aspects of quality.
  
  
• Ensure government project compliance to applicable business practices and Gov. regs and standards.
  
  
• Interface with government project leadership for audits, property tracking, government sourcing, finance, and contract management.
  
  
• Provide leadership and strategic oversight for project teams, ensuring projects are delivered within schedule and cost constraints.
  
  
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, milestones, and schedules.
  
  
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies as necessary.
  
  
• Monitor project performance, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report progress to stakeholders and customers- both internal and external.
  
  
• Monitors project cost and schedule progress and takes actions to address variances.
  
  
• Negotiate contract terms and manage change orders as needed to address project scope changes or non-standard events.
  
  

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• Develop specialized knowledge in nuclear energy and stay updated on the latest technical developments in the field.
  
  
• Use technical expertise for data analysis to support project decisions and recommendations.
  
  
• Works to build consensus, influences a matrixed project team and stakeholders. Mentors project team as needed.
  
  
• Maintain access to the fuel manufacturing facility to oversee contractors performing work in the clean and contaminated areas of the factory.
  
  
• Interface with facilities personnel, industrial safety, and EHS to ensure project work is performed safely by establishing stop work criteria and ensure the regulatory requirements for performing work in the facility are maintained.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited university or college (equivalent experience/education in the nuclear industry will be considered, such as Senior Reactor Operator with project management experience).
  
  
• Minimum 5 years experience in the Nuclear industry.
  
  
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Project Management
  
  
• Minimum 3 years managing medium- to large-scale projects (with multi-disciplinary team).
  
  

Eligibility Requirements

• Ability and willingness to travel ~15+% domestically and internationally.
  
  

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• Preferred work location is the Wilmington, NC Headquarters but highly qualified remote candidates will be considered.
  
  
• 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.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• PMP Certification
  
  
• Demonstrated experience in the nuclear industry, with a solid understanding of nuclear project requirements
  
  
• Extensive experience in the nuclear power industry.
  
  
• Demonstrated supervision / oversight of contractors with a working knowledge of labor and scope dispute resolution methods.
  
  
• Proven track record in managing complex projects
  
  
• Government project management experience
  
  
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in complex situations.
  
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
  
  

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• Well-developed planning and organizational skills
  
  
• Experience working in a matrixed environment
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects
  
  
• Graduate of a GE technical or leadership program, such as PMLP, JOLP, Edison, or FEP.
  
  

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

• This is a remote position
  
  

Application Deadline: February 28, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $114,100.00 and $190,200.00. 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 February 13, 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.