Project Manager - Pillar Tools

Job Description Summary

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.

Job Description

Roles and 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.

Required Qualifications

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

Desired Characteristics

• 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

Differentiating Characteristics

• 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

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

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on May 19, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, 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 Vernova 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 financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, "GE Vernova") sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova 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 GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Client-provided location(s): Greenville, SC

Job ID: GE_power-840549883

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-05-20T18:30:39