Project Portfolio Manager

-; Prestwick; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Portfolio Manager to oversee the development and maintenance of an integrated project master plan at their Prestwick site. This role requires a proactive approach to project management, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders and the successful execution of complex projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong coaching and collaboration skills, as well as a solid understanding of project management tools. Join a company that values flexible working arrangements and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a non-contributory pension and private medical cover, while promoting a positive work-life balance.

Benefits

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Private Medical Cover

Flexible Holiday Options

Qualifications

• Experience managing project scope, schedule, and cost effectively.
• Aptitude with project management tools and principles.
• Ability to manage complex projects across stakeholder groups.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the full site integrated project master plan.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Coach project teams to identify risks and opportunities.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Coaching Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Project Management Qualification

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Portfolio Manager, based at our GE Caledonian site at Prestwick. You will be responsible for the development and maintenance of the full site integrated master project plan, including maintaining the operational rhythm of project oversight, working collaboratively with project owners to ensure projects are clearly defined and delivered to plan.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities Include :

• Own and proactively maintain full site integrated project master plan through suitable operational cadence
• Effectively communicate with all stakeholders (on site and GE stakeholders) to ensure project success
• Work collaboratively with project owners and business leader to maintain project plan data
• Coach colleagues to identify risks and opportunities across full project set and report accordingly. Support problem solving where appropriate.
• Maintain associated process documentation and engage relevant stakeholders to ensure they are completing compliantly to standard
• Utilise lean methodologies and continuous improvement practice tools to improve project execution
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans
• Coach, mentor, motivate and influence project teams, across all levels, to take positive action and take accountability for their assigned work
• Report on master project plan execution to senior leadership team and work collaboratively to mitigate risks and proactively seize opportunities

Qualifications/Requirement:

• Prior experience of project management, including managing scope, schedule, and cost on a proactive basis
• Clear aptitude with project management tools and associated principles
• Proven ability to manage complex projects across broad stakeholder groups to successful outcomes
• Excellent communication, collaboration and coaching skills

Desired:

• Project management qualification
• Good experience in data analysis

Flexible Working

GE Aerospace supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE Aerospace we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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Additional Information

Compensation Grade

LPB2

Relocation Assistance Provided: No