Project Management Office (PMO) Leader

GE Vernova • Full-time • Remote (Stafford, England, United Kingdom) • £152.40k - £203.20k / year • 1m ago

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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position Application Deadline: November 24, 2025