Project Manager - Pillar Tools

GE Vernova • Greenville, NC

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager – Pillar Tools is an exciting lead role in Gas Power Engineering focused on the development, sustainment, and tactical advancement of software functionality for product and asset lifecycle management needs. Residing within the Pillar Engineering Tools (PET) group, the project manager will be a decision-maker, collaborator, contributor, and influential who furthers engineering’s digital thread footprint and improves operational management of applications. The Pillar Tools consist of a number of data-focused applications with the cornerstone PLM platform and its many global integrations serving as a value-driver for more than 14,000 users globally. The Project Manager role includes responsibilities in rolling out Gas Power’s new PLM platform capability and expands into leading advancements of Multi-Generational Product Plans, Artificial Intelligence strategies, Systems Engineering enablement, and overall Tool Portfolio optimization.

Requirements

• 4 + years of Project Management experience in Engineering/Technology and/or Engineering Tools.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership experience that embodies the GE Vernova Way : (1) Is an INNOVATION enabler to solve challenging technical issues, uphold the value of, and improve upon internal controls strategy for enterprise tools and capabilities (2) Considers over-arching business asks with CUSTOMER FOCUS in view when recommending actions and strategies that impact product and service value (3) Indoctrinates a LEAN mindset in all work areas, eliminating non-value-added activities while leveraging technical expertise to simplify full value stream. (4) Collaborates effectively to ensure value, quality, and accuracy of outputs support a ONE TEAM approach focused on the realization of win-win solutions. (5) Accepts ACCOUNTABILITY for outputs that individually and collectively deliver on commitments and purpose, always with Safety and Quality consideration.
• Self-starter who takes input from multiple stakeholders and technical requirements to lead, influence, and build consensus with others, even with incomplete data or direction.
• Has “change agent” mindset.
• Identifies critical path decisions, makes recommendations, influences IT leaders and business process owners to maximize customer & internal business benefits.
• Effectively communicates to different org levels, presenting prepared, data-based recommendations
• Working knowledge of enterprise tools that interface with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Services
• Sets realistic objectives, accurately appraises situations, detects risks and issues, provides constructive feedback, and adapts seamlessly to changes in priorities.
• Strategic thinker with strong organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Holds strategy and expertise for Software Lifecycles and Change Management, preferably proficient with cross-functional and cross-business process approaches enabled by application tools
• Capability and passion for PM work, including within a matrix-based, global engineering team.
• CAPM or similar certification a plus.
• Understanding and experience with software development methodologies and supporting tools, preferably with Agile and scrum framework approaches.
• Industrial Engineering tools knowledge: PLMs (Enovia and/or Teamcenter preferred), basic knowledge of ERPs (SAP, and/or Oracle preferred); familiarity with CAD

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager Lead for pillar tool development initiatives, such as next generation PLM development, representing the translation of business process requirements into implementation, sustainability, and enhancement of software functionality.
• Drive day-to-day engagement for platform development(s), acting as a focal with the business to continually raise awareness and alignment, synergizing expectations as changes occur.
• Execute strategy and/or policy per standard practices and precedents, including contributions to the creation and deployment of new standards documentation.
• Manage, coordinate, and drive execution of software development through project tollgates, across business groups where applicable, applying Lean methodologies to identify and act on pain points.
• Apply appropriate Daily Management, disseminating project KPIs, operational management needs for platform lifecycles, and alignment with Leadership, Stakeholders, and Users.
• Collaborate with IT and cross-business teams on program needs, plan socialization approach, and going-forward guidance, particularly targeting alignment when faced with lack of consensus.
• Provide consistent communication rhythm on project(s) status and operational improvements with individual contributors, colleagues, and leadership.
• Ensure requirements are completed prior to IT production releases.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 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: Mid Level