Senior Project Manager – Fuels

GE Vernova

Senior Project Manager overseeing nuclear fuel projects by leading project delivery and stakeholder collaboration. Ensuring compliance and satisfactory customer outcomes while managing project budgets and schedules.

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeWilmington • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $114,100 - $190,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

responsible for comprehensive project management, profit & loss accountability, and customer satisfaction for Fuel Business (Global Nuclear Fuel) projects
be the primary contact for specific fuel projects
lead all aspects of project delivery, including coordination with internal functions, vendors, and customers to scope and execute deliverables
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
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
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
monitor project cost and schedule progress and take actions to address variances
negotiate contract terms and manage change orders as needed to address project scope changes or non-standard events
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
mentor 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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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 )
Ability and willingness to travel ~15+% domestically and internationally
PMP Certification (Preferred)
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.
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource
access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 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
access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants
tuition assistance
adoption assistance
paid parental leave
disability benefits
life insurance
12 paid holidays
permissive time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementdata analysisrisk managementcontract negotiationproject planningperformance monitoringKPI trackingscope managementchange order managementnuclear energy expertise

Soft Skills

leadershipproblem-solvinginterpersonal communicationorganizational skillscollaborationinfluenceconsensus buildingmentoringstrategic oversightdecision-making

Certifications

PMP Certification