Senior Risk Mitigation Leader – Commercial Manager

GE Vernova

Senior commercial risk leader managing U.S. government contracts, negotiations, and compliance at GE Vernova.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $108,600 - $181,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end risk processes during the Inquiry-to-Order phase, with a strong focus on U.S. Government contracting, compliance with FAR/DFARS, and effective negotiation of complex agreements. Capable of developing risk mitigation strategies and translating contractual requirements into business strategies.

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Government Contract ManagementFAR/DFARS ComplianceRisk Mitigation StrategiesContract NegotiationCMMC/NIST Compliance

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Hard Skills

Contract ManagementRisk Assessment ManagementBid DevelopmentFirm Fixed Price ContractsTime & Materials ContractsCost Reimbursement ContractsGovernment Contracting RequirementsProposal Post-MortemsContract Template DevelopmentCommercial Model Development

Soft Skills

Strong Negotiation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership Skills

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceMicrosoft OfficeCRM Systems

Industry Keywords

U.S. Government ContractingEnergy Industry InfrastructureGrid AutomationSCADAHMIElectrical Power ProjectsCybersecurity Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage risk processes end-to-end during the commercial Inquiry-to-Order phase
Serve as subject matter expert for complex contract negotiations, risk reviews, and compliance
Lead review, interpretation, and negotiation of U.S. Government-specific contract requirements
Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, agency-specific provisions, flow-down requirements, and Cost Accounting Standards
Lead negotiation and redlining of MSAs, Teaming Agreements, MOUs, NDAs, and other complex commercial agreements
Analyze and mitigate legal, contractual, execution, and operational risks
Identify, develop, and recommend risk mitigation strategies
Evaluate and manage compliance obligations involving CUI, CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, export controls, and government-mandated cybersecurity requirements
Own the Risk Assessment Management process
Build and operate Risk Review sessions with Legal, Finance, Tax, EHS, and Security stakeholders
Partner with Sales and Tendering teams on contract structures and commercial strategy
Translate contractual requirements into business strategies to maximize margin and limit liability
Develop standardized contract templates and commercial models
Improve processes to reduce cycle times and costs
Conduct proposal post-mortems to refine risk mitigation strategies
Influence cross-functional stakeholders and ensure compliant handover of signed contracts to Order-to-Remittance execution teams
Operate as an individual contributor; this position does not manage others

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Legal, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university or college
Minimum of 10–15+ years of experience in government contracts, contract management, commercial risk mitigation, and bid development and management
Professional experience in U.S. Government contracting with the USG and/or a major defense contractor
Advanced knowledge of FAR/DFARS, CMMC/NIST compliance, federal acquisition processes, and government contracting requirements
Ability to efficiently and effectively research government contracting requirements
Deep understanding of Firm Fixed Price, Time & Materials, and Cost Reimbursement contract types
Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce/SPEAK4GE
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience managing multiple contract negotiations simultaneously across diverse product lines
Ability to coordinate cross-functional inputs for timely contractual terms review
Strong negotiation skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Familiarity with Energy industry infrastructure, including Grid Automation, SCADA, HMI, or Electrical Power projects, and associated cyber/physical security requirements
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable

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
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
Professional development opportunities
Relocation assistance not provided