Lead Project Engineer – Civil/Structural

GE Vernova

Lead Civil/Structural Project Engineer coordinating nuclear power project engineering, design, risks, schedules, and subcontractors. Supporting GE Vernova’s regulated energy infrastructure delivery.

Posted 9/3/2026full-timeWilmington • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $98,400 - $164,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the power industry, focusing on engineering design, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage project risks, and ensure quality and budget adherence.

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Project ManagementProfessional Engineer AccreditationNuclear Business KnowledgePrimavera Project SchedulingLeadership and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignTechnical Risk ManagementConfiguration ManagementBudget ManagementQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

LeadershipInfluencingCommunicationPresentationStrategic Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Primavera

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer Accreditation

Industry Keywords

Power IndustryNuclear BusinessGovernment ContractsSubcontractor ManagementEngineering Interfaces

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct and coordinate engineering and design of assigned projects and technical aspects of contracts
Coordinate timely decision-making on project technical issues, relying on internal technical authorities as necessary
Establish and manage the technical interface among engineers, customers, and subcontractors
Work with functional engineering teams to build estimates, schedules, and change orders
Coordinate and provide technical and delivery leadership for projects
Manage engineering interfaces across multiple disciplines, project management, subcontractors, and customers
Oversee subcontractor engineering work
Define critical technical project issues and ensure timely resolution
Identify technical risks and implement mitigation plans
Ensure engineering activities comply with customer, internal, and regulatory requirements
Support commercial and marketing opportunities, including technical proposal sections
Advise project and engineering management on progress, performance, resource utilization, delays, adverse trends, errors, and omissions
Coordinate Engineering Design Reviews with Chief Consulting Engineers
Review engineering performance for quality, design-process conformance, and task completeness
Review Design Change notices, identify change-order candidates, segregate cost collection, and assist the Project Manager with change-order management
Perform Responsible Configuration Management reviews as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 5 years of power industry project management, design, or operation experience
Must be an accredited Professional Engineer if working from Canada
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10%
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening
Ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information, if applicable
Knowledge of nuclear business products, business processes, customers, and competitive environment
Demonstrated ability in meeting project budget, schedule, and quality commitments
Excellent leadership, influencing, communication, and presentation skills
Experience working with Government contracts and contracting requirements
Experience in boiling water or advanced reactors and/or equivalent technical environment
Prior experience working with architect engineer / subcontractors
IT / Computer competency
Proven ability to think strategically, be creative and move quickly
Established credibility with peers and managers based on experience
Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems
Primavera project scheduling tool experience
Graduate of GE leadership program (PMLP, JOLP, or similar)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability benefits
Life insurance
12 paid holidays
Permissive time off
Relocation assistance