Senior Project Controls Manager

GE Vernova

11d • $132,200 - $220,400 • Remote

About The Position

The Project Controls Manager for Global Nuclear Fuels is responsible for establishing the strategic governance and financial integrity framework for a project portfolio, encompassing facility modernization and commercial fuel reloads. This leader will drive the transition to a system-driven ecosystem, providing the predictive forecasting and "Single Source of Truth" required to safeguard project margins and support the long-term growth of the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (preferably in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Engineering).
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in Project Controls, Finance, or Operations within a high-complexity, highly regulated manufacturing or technology environment (e.g., Nuclear, Aerospace, Defense, or Energy).
• Demonstrated experience managing the financial integrity of large-scale portfolios or contracts.
• Deep proficiency in cost accounting, margin analysis, forward-looking financial modeling, and the development of Estimates-at-Completion (EACs).
• Proven ability to distill complex operational and financial data into clear, actionable insights for senior executive leadership and external stakeholders.
• Ability to travel to Wilmington, NC, and/or other business locations up to 25% of the time to support critical project milestones, strategic planning, and operational needs.
• Access to U.S. export-controlled information. Final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. government.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree (MBA, MS in Finance or Accounting) is highly preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Requires deep expertise in project financials, scheduling, and risk management within a highly regulated manufacturing or technology environment.
• Influences the development of the broader PMO strategy, including the optimization of resources and the formulation of policies that govern how project data is captured and reported across the enterprise.
• Interprets complex internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve project delivery and financial transparency.
• Stays informed of industry trends in project governance and digital transformation to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of operational excellence.
• Uses a high level of judgment to manage complex tasks involving operational, financial, and engineering data.
• Has the ability to assess the quality of information provided by various stakeholders, asking pertinent questions to ensure the integrity of project forecasts.
• Capable of construction and providing data-driven recommendations that support long-term business objectives.
• Offers new solutions to complex problems outside of set parameters, particularly in areas of capacity modeling and financial risk mitigation.
• Uses multiple internal and external sources to provide an objective view of project health, ensuring that resource allocation is balanced against commercial commitments.
• Leads functional teams or high-impact projects, focusing on the delivery of transparent and predictive metrics.
• Communicates difficult concepts—such as financial variances or schedule constraints—and influences stakeholders to align on a unified path forward.
• Guides others to consider integrated points of view that prioritize the health of the overall business.

Benefits

• 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, a 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior