Remote Senior Nuclear Project Director
GE Vernova, Wilmington, NC, United States
Job Description Summary
The Project Director is responsible for planning and executing very large contracts for the design and construction of new nuclear power plants, including managing the quality, cost, schedule, risk, and stakeholder engagement of the entire execution process. This position will report into the GEH BWRX-300 Operations Leader, and work across the direct and indirect teams that are contributing to the BWRX-300.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
As the Senior Project Director you will:
Be responsible for on-time project delivery, profit & loss accountability, and customer satisfaction through management of project related activities and resources
Support the Product Development and Sales team during pre-award phase in the creation of scopes, schedules, and budgets.
Support the development of project revenue and budget costs and uses such budgets as a baseline for project cost performance
Manage all commercial aspects of the project portfolio
Ensure performance against all financial metrics
Organize project cost structure in Oracle ERP
Perform customer work release review and compares with GEH estimate upon transfer of the proposal file from Commercial Operations to Project Management
Lead customer, internal, and/or supplier project kickoff meetings.
Accountable for overall project management strategy; interfaces & cooperates with all project management functions within Advanced Reactor Project Office and with supplier PMO
Accountable for development and issuance of the Project Management Plan & related project plans and project procedures; promotes the implementation of project plans and project procedures across the larger project team
Recommend and implement improvements in project management processes and procedures
Lead the development and deployment of project infrastructure and project tools
Ensure compliance with U. S. government requirements
Identify and communicate project resources demands and coordinate resource supply within a matrix organization, particularly with Engineering
Support coordination of all activities related to the project; monitor and control progress on project deliverables
Ensure performance against all schedule metrics, particularly on-time delivery (OTD) of deliverables
Ensure the conformance of project deliverables with contract and project requirements; supports the resolution of technical and quality issues during execution of the work scope
Ensure that all project operations are carried out in accordance with the applicable procedures and any applicable customer and statutory requirements
Coordinate & chair regular project meetings with customer teams, internal team, and/or supplier teams; prepare supporting materials for such project meetings
Develop and manage integrated project schedule with key supplier, specifically the Management Control Schedule; leverages schedule system reports, utilizing performance information to evaluate project schedule performance
Leverage internal work force planning tools in P6 ERP
Prepare and organize project correspondence, coordinating response drafts, approving, and issuing final letters consistent with project communication plan; ensures adequate communication to all project stakeholders
Ensure archiving project correspondence and records consistent with Project Configuration Management Plan
Lead, draft, and issue project management meeting notes, action item lists, and project progress reports
Perform production oversight of key suppliers
Support risk assessment and risk management program
Be responsible for project risk management processes and developing and implementing project controls processes and tools
Ensure invoicing is assembled in accordance with the contract terms and government requirements. Provides necessary inputs & review to U. S. Government Accounting
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
Minimum 10 years of project management experience on large power EPC projects or Integrated Power Plant system design (design, construction, commissioning, or operations)
Minimum of 5 years Power Plant Design Experience
Minimum 10 years of nuclear industry experience
Minimum 5 years in a customer facing commercial role with experience in contract negotiation and management
25% travel
Eligibility Requirements: The preferred work location for this role is at the GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) headquarters in Wilmington, NC but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered. (Relocation assistance provided)
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: Master’s degree in engineering or Master of Business Administration
PMP certification
U. S. government contract management experience, including working knowledge of FAR
Experience or familiarity with Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) and Sodium Fast Reactor (SFR) designs
Scheduling software experience (Project, P3, P6, etc.)
Project Management Leadership Program
Knowledge of the power industry, customer, and competitive environment
Experience in power plant construction
Demonstrated ability in meeting project budget, schedule, and quality
Contract management & claim experiences
Cost estimating experience
Financial control knowledge and understanding
Past supervisory experience
Demonstrated professional interpersonal and leadership skills, including high level of motivation, integrity, and self-confidence
Ability to take initiative and to work independently
Ability to influence others and lead small teams
Oversees initiatives of substantial scope and impact
Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities concurrently
Extreme attention to detail, follow up, highly organized
Demonstrated ability to balance workload under short deadlines and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Strong process orientation in approach to work
Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Six Sigma Training (BB, DFSS, etc.) (GE Employees only)
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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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 position Application Deadline: April 04, 2026 For 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 March 18, 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. 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.
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Support the Product Development and Sales team during pre-award phase in the creation of scopes, schedules, and budgets.
Support the development of project revenue and budget costs and uses such budgets as a baseline for project cost performance
Manage all commercial aspects of the project portfolio
Ensure performance against all financial metrics
Organize project cost structure in Oracle ERP
Perform customer work release review and compares with GEH estimate upon transfer of the proposal file from Commercial Operations to Project Management
Lead customer, internal, and/or supplier project kickoff meetings.
Accountable for overall project management strategy; interfaces & cooperates with all project management functions within Advanced Reactor Project Office and with supplier PMO
Accountable for development and issuance of the Project Management Plan & related project plans and project procedures; promotes the implementation of project plans and project procedures across the larger project team
Recommend and implement improvements in project management processes and procedures
Lead the development and deployment of project infrastructure and project tools
Ensure compliance with U. S. government requirements
Identify and communicate project resources demands and coordinate resource supply within a matrix organization, particularly with Engineering
Support coordination of all activities related to the project; monitor and control progress on project deliverables
Ensure performance against all schedule metrics, particularly on-time delivery (OTD) of deliverables
Ensure the conformance of project deliverables with contract and project requirements; supports the resolution of technical and quality issues during execution of the work scope
Ensure that all project operations are carried out in accordance with the applicable procedures and any applicable customer and statutory requirements
Coordinate & chair regular project meetings with customer teams, internal team, and/or supplier teams; prepare supporting materials for such project meetings
Develop and manage integrated project schedule with key supplier, specifically the Management Control Schedule; leverages schedule system reports, utilizing performance information to evaluate project schedule performance
Leverage internal work force planning tools in P6 ERP
Prepare and organize project correspondence, coordinating response drafts, approving, and issuing final letters consistent with project communication plan; ensures adequate communication to all project stakeholders
Ensure archiving project correspondence and records consistent with Project Configuration Management Plan
Lead, draft, and issue project management meeting notes, action item lists, and project progress reports
Perform production oversight of key suppliers
Support risk assessment and risk management program
Be responsible for project risk management processes and developing and implementing project controls processes and tools
Ensure invoicing is assembled in accordance with the contract terms and government requirements. Provides necessary inputs & review to U. S. Government Accounting
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
Minimum 10 years of project management experience on large power EPC projects or Integrated Power Plant system design (design, construction, commissioning, or operations)
Minimum of 5 years Power Plant Design Experience
Minimum 10 years of nuclear industry experience
Minimum 5 years in a customer facing commercial role with experience in contract negotiation and management
25% travel
Eligibility Requirements: The preferred work location for this role is at the GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) headquarters in Wilmington, NC but highly qualified (US based) remote candidates will be considered. (Relocation assistance provided)
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: Master’s degree in engineering or Master of Business Administration
PMP certification
U. S. government contract management experience, including working knowledge of FAR
Experience or familiarity with Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) and Sodium Fast Reactor (SFR) designs
Scheduling software experience (Project, P3, P6, etc.)
Project Management Leadership Program
Knowledge of the power industry, customer, and competitive environment
Experience in power plant construction
Demonstrated ability in meeting project budget, schedule, and quality
Contract management & claim experiences
Cost estimating experience
Financial control knowledge and understanding
Past supervisory experience
Demonstrated professional interpersonal and leadership skills, including high level of motivation, integrity, and self-confidence
Ability to take initiative and to work independently
Ability to influence others and lead small teams
Oversees initiatives of substantial scope and impact
Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities concurrently
Extreme attention to detail, follow up, highly organized
Demonstrated ability to balance workload under short deadlines and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Strong process orientation in approach to work
Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Six Sigma Training (BB, DFSS, etc.) (GE Employees only)
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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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 position Application Deadline: April 04, 2026 For 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 March 18, 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. 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.
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