Project Manager

GM Financial

Project Manager managing high-priority projects for GM Financial. Applying GPPM processes and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeArlington • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management principles and methodologies, with a strong focus on process improvement, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with GPPM standards. Proficient in utilizing PPM software and Agile/Scrum methodologies to drive project success and achieve business objectives.

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Project Management CertificationPPM Software ProficiencyAgile/Scrum MethodologiesProcess Improvement PracticesLeadership Skills

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementCost Benefit AnalysisBusiness Case PreparationProcess ImprovementMetrics DevelopmentRisk ManagementChange ManagementTechnical Problem SolvingMulti-taskingDetail Orientation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsDecision MakingCollaborationCritical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

PlanviewMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft VisioPPM Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Program Management Professional (PgMP)Agile Certifications (CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP)

Industry Keywords

Global Project Portfolio Management (GPPM)Compliance StandardsContinuous ImprovementQuality OutcomesStakeholder Engagement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serves as a project manager for high-priority projects, applying the enterprise GPPM (Global Project Portfolio Management) processes and procedures
Identifies and assembles the appropriate blend of resources to meet project needs and requirements
Fosters and champions an environment that promotes trust, self-development, continuous improvement, innovation and quality outcomes
Ensures a consistent level of quality, accuracy, compliance to GPPM standards, state and federal regulations, and internal controls
Leads the development of project requirements and scope; establishes appropriate metrics for measuring successful delivery of the projects
Engages with project teams, business partners and stakeholders frequently on the status of key initiatives with respect to scope, schedule, cost, and resources; presents RAID logs
Coaches and counsels members of cross-functional teams to accomplish project goals, meet deadlines, and resolve technical/operational issues
Administers the project change process when needed, formulating contingency plans to address schedule revisions, risks, costs, and scope
Supports reporting needs of the PMO
Maintains awareness of industry trends, practices, techniques and emerging technologies related to the project management discipline
Captures and distributes meeting minutes highlighting decisions, action items, issues, risks, and key discussion topics as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience and knowledge of the discipline of project management including common principles, methodologies and tools used by practitioners
Proficient in process improvement and development practices
Experience with business case preparation, cost benefit analysis and project execution
Advanced knowledge and experience with PPM software tool; Planview experience preferred
Experience using Agile/Scrum methodologies preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to tailor the message based on the audience
Interpersonal skills necessary to work well with others and collaborate with other stakeholders in the organization
Strong problem solving, multi-tasking and decision making abilities; detail oriented
Proven ability and experience navigating competing priorities
Leadership skills and ability to learn new skills quickly
Skilled at producing polished reports using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and/or PPM software
Ability to plan, execute and improve work processes to ensure achievement of business objectives
Proactively achieves goals and objectives and applies critical thinking skills in day-to-day problems and solutions
Ability to demonstrate integrity while successfully managing work demands and pressure; continually pursues personal development
2-4 years experience in project management role working on large and/or complex projects required
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent related work experience preferred
Project Management Certification (PMP, PgMP, Agile, etc.) preferred
Agile/Scrum Certifications (CSM, PSM, PMI-ACP, etc.) preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

401K matching
bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid)
tuition assistance
training
GM employee auto discount
community service pay
nine company holidays