Job Description Summary

We are seeking an exceptional PMO Leader to transform our project management capabilities and drive operational excellence across R&D organization. This strategic leadership role will establish world-class processes, tools, and methodologies that accelerate product development, improve R&D efficiency, and enable successful delivery of complex technology solutions. The ideal candidate combines deep project management expertise with a passion for continuous improvement and organizational transformation.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute comprehensive PMO strategy aligned with business objectives and growth targets

• Establish PMO governance framework, standards, methodologies, and best practices

• Build, in collaboration with platform R&D leaders, a high-performing PMO team including project managers, process specialists, and analysts

• Establish project management career paths and competency frameworks

• Reduce time-to-market through process optimization and bottleneck elimination

• Create standardized templates, tools, and documentation frameworks

• Drive adoption of agile and hybrid methodologies appropriate for hardware/software integration

• Create metrics and dashboards for projects visibility and performance tracking

• Implement resource management processes to optimize engineering capacity utilization

• Drive predictability in project delivery through improved estimation and planning

• Lead change management initiatives to drive adoption of new processes and tools

• Coordinate with Finance on project budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

• Develop comprehensive training programs for project managers and technical leaders

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; Master's degree preferred

• 10+ years of progressive project management experience in technology companies

• 5+ years leading PMO functions or large-scale project management transformations

• Direct experience managing both hardware and software development projects

• Proven track record of implementing process improvements that deliver measurable results

• PMP or equivalent professional certification required

• Expert knowledge of project management methodologies and proficiency with project management tools and enterprise platforms

• Experience with portfolio management, resource optimization, and capacity planning

• Strong change management skills with experience in leading organizational transformation initiatives

• Experience building and developing high-performing teams

• Excellent stakeholder management across all organizational levels

• Track record of influencing without direct authority

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in power systems or industrial automation sectors

• SAFe, Scrum Master, or other agile certifications

• Experience with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems

• Background in R&D operations or engineering management

• Previous consulting experience in process improvement or organizational transformation

** For US Based Candidates**

The base pay range for this position is 152,400.00 - 203,200.00 USD Annual. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for a 15% variable incentive bonus annually. This posting is expected to close on 11/24/25.

*The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, 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 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 planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. 

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