Operational Risk Manager Jobs in Wilmington, NC (NOW HIRING)

The Senior Risk Manager will be responsible for developing a Risk Management Plan and driving identification, evaluation, treatment and overall governance of project risks. This is a critical role requiring strong leadership, highly energetic person, strong hands-on analytical capability with clear thinking and willingness to challenge the status quo.

• Leads Risk Management activities within Advanced Nuclear for Small Modular Reactors for large-scale EPC Projects.
• Lead and manage Risk & Opportunity identification, discussion & mitigation actions (throughout the entire Project life cycle) which shall include but not limited to risk mitigation actions follow-up and support.
• Requires strong hands-on analytical capability, the successful candidate will be comfortable moving between detailed data analysis, operational reviews, and senior leadership communication.
• Ability to demonstrate good leadership, influencing and management skills including the ability to work independently and communicate effectively within and across all levels of the organization.
• Enable Cross-Functional Alignment: Work closely with Project Management, PMO, functional teams, and other stakeholders to ensure Risk Management priorities are understood, aligned, and delivered.
• Drives risk related daily management routines, operational risk reviews, and performance tracking, and support leaders in resolving bottlenecks through structured problem solving.
• Services as expert and primary point of contact for Risk Management within the Project team.
• Benchmark internal & external risk management processes best practices.
• Refine and improve the processes, KPIs, and communication rhythms.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science from an accredited university or college
• Proficient in using industry standard tools for Risk analysis involving monte carlo simulations – such as SAFRAN or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of relevant work experience (nuclear industry engineering/operations experience, project management, risk management, construction management, contracts management or equivalent).
• At least 3 years of risk management or project management experience
• Solid understanding of Contract terms and law principles, relevant technical, financial, cost & project risk management principles.
• Ability to handle many complex issues/projects concurrently
• Willingness and ability to travel globally 10% of the time

• Demonstrated leadership in a matrix environment
• Strong execution discipline and Say-Do ratio, with consistent follow-through
• Thrives in high-demand, detail oriented & multi-priority environments
• Strategic thinker with a track record for developing innovative solutions to difficult business problems.
• Contract management or Risk Management experience
• Project/Construction management experience in power industry.
• Structured, hands-on problem solver with focus on root cause and sustainable outcomes
• Technical knowledge of commercial nuclear reactors & associated systems.
• Microsoft suite proficiency.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leaderships skills

For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $137,600 and $187,599 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education and skill set.

5% discretionary annual bonus

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in Canada for this opening. This position requires access to and/or use of information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws, which mandate all citizenships (including dual citizenships) be from the U.S. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10 CFR Part 810 Appendix A, which includes Canada) unless a specific authorization from the U.S. Department of Energy is obtained or unless you are a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or protected individual under the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). More information can be found here: https://www.energy.gov/nnsa/10-cfr-part-810. You must have legal authorization to work in Canada and any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The drug screen requirement in the background check process is not required if the role is based in Canada. 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.

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For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $135,800.00 and $226,400.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Discretionary annual bonus.

• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

Addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority and we take our responsibility seriously. That is our singular mission at GE Vernova: continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to help decarbonize it. If we want our energy future to be different we must be different. Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, "GE", in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. "Ver" / "verde" signal Earth's verdant and lush ecosystems. "Nova," from the Latin "novus," nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver. Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.

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