Senior Project Manager-SMR Project Execution (Remote Eligible, U.S.)

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 Description

• 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.