Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Functional Owner

GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation
West Chester, PA
Job Description Summary

The Project Portfolio Management (PPM) Functional Owner is a key member of the Engineering Program Management Offi ce (PMO) who will help establish standard project, program, and portfolio management processes enabled by a PPM digital toolset. The department's scope covers Research & Development, New Product Introductions, Major Type Design Changes, and Cost Out projects. These are multiple year efforts governed by a tollgate process planned with a waterfall methodology. Processes cover initiation, work break down structure, planning, resource management, project execution, risk management, cost, and monitoring & controlling.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

This role will primarily be involved with our PPM application, Clarity using the Modern UX. This is a functional role where we partner with a Digital Technology team who technically support the application. This is also a techno-functional role and may require data movement and solutions between digital tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Deltek, and others. The scope of this role spans these areas:
  • Onboarding of programs and projects from their current tool solutions into the Clarity PPM following this process flow; project migration, fi t-gap analysis, requirements gathering of gaps if applicable, conduct training, and hyper-care support at launch.
  • Enhancing Digital Tools: Will perform process mappings of the current state looking for lean waste and alignment with GE Policies and the Engineering handbook to shape the Program Management Policy and supporting enterprise applications. Research industry standards and perform a fi t-gap-analysis to come up with solutions for problems and opportunities.
  • Operations: Provide level 2 support where business context and deeper knowl-edge is needed. Functional support the maintenance cycle including regression testing for upgrades. Customer engagement activities such as open office hours, health checks, and obtaining user feedback.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience on Project Operations and Programs, PPM product owner, business analyst, project manager, program manager, engineer or a similar role
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Desired Characteristics
  • Certification in project management such as PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Experienced with project management strategies, processes, and supporting digital tools
  • Knowledgeable of scheduling techniques for large multi-year programs having more than 5,000 tasks using Critical Path Method, early/late start, early/late finish, and float
  • Ability to analyze a range of complex data and make decisions based on analytical findings
  • Advanced computer skills and knowledge of PMO software tools, such as MS Project, Deltek Open Plan, Smartsheet, Clarity PPM or other enterprise PPM systems
  • Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Communication and interpersonal skills to convey project management con-cepts with those unfamiliar with the subject
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work well under pressure
  • Project Management: Have a proficient overall understanding of the PMI process groups (Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitor & Controlling, Closing) and knowledge areas (Integration Management, Scope, Schedule, Cost, Quality, Resource, Communication, Risk, Procurement, Stakeholder Management).
  • Computer Literacy: Proficient with computer systems in using a range of soft-ware tools to analyze and manage projects. Project management software also allows analysts to plan, track, and monitor progress and workflows. Other general computer tools, such as spreadsheets, presentation software, and data-base management software.
  • Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills to solve problems, make informed decisions, and evaluate suitable options. Applying critical thinking, to better assess potential risks, evaluate the relevancy of data to identify potential issues. Consider alternative scenarios and develop contingency plans.
  • Process Mapping: Knowledge of process modeling techniques, such as BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation), and process analysis tools such as Visio to identify ineffi ciencies and propose improvements.
  • Time Management: Managing multiple tasks and deadlines holding self and others accountable.
  • Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Understanding the needs and perspectives of stakeholders requires empathy and emotional intelligence, helping to build strong relationships and trust

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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: Yes
Posted 2026-02-10

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