Senior Project Manager-SMR Project Execution (Remote Eligible, U.S.)
Job title: Senior Project Manager-SMR Project Execution (Remote Eligible, U.S.) in USA at GE Vernova
Company: GE Vernova
Job description: Job Description Summary We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives within a fast paced, highly regulated environment. In this role, you will be the primary contact for activities in Standard Plant Design as part of the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) project. The successful candidate will act as a central escalation point, drive project performance, manage stakeholder expectations, and ensure alignment between internal teams and customer needs. This role requires strong leadership, a tactical mindset with strategic awareness, and a proven track record in project execution, customer engagement, and financial oversight.Job DescriptionEssential Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary escalation point for sourcing and operational roadblocks.
- Lead the generation of Project Work Plans (PWP) and manage project schedules.
- Oversee Change Requests (CRs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Design Input Requests (DIRs).
- Organize and coordinate cross-functional teams and project activities.
- Provide oversight, coaching, and mentorship to team members.
- Conduct and present monthly project review reports to stakeholders.
- Approve timecards, purchase orders, and invoices.
- Interface directly with customers, ensuring alignment and satisfaction.
- Enable engineering teams and project leads to take on expanded responsibilities.
- Own and manage project financials, including forecasting, customer invoicing, and budget adherence.
- Monitor and drive performance against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Identify and manage project risks, developing mitigation plans proactively.
- Drive change management efforts and foster a high-performance team culture.
- Manage subcontractors and support procurement/supply chain coordination.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and industry regulations.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (equivalent experience/education will be considered).
- Minimum 8 years of experience in Project Management.
- Minimum 3 years managing medium to large scale projects.
- Ability and willingness to travel 25%–50%, both domestically and internationally, to GE Vernova and customer locations.
- The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC; but highly qualified (US based) 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.
- Experience in the nuclear industry or working with GEH (GE Hitachi Energy).
- PMP Certification or equivalent project management credential.
- Familiarity with supply chain operations and troubleshooting supply issues.
- Experience as a culture driver within organizations.
- Strong project management background with tactical execution and strategic insight.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience in customer relationship management.
- Solid understanding of commercial contracts and financial management.
- Proven leadership, communication, and influencing capabilities.
- Experience in risk management, change management, and team delegation.
- Sound business acumen and ability to drive accountability across teams.
- Experience in highly regulated industries (e.g., energy, aerospace, medical devices).
- Ability to manage and motivate cross-functional and subcontractor teams.
- Experience with licensing, compliance, and quality assurance standards.