Project Manager EA-1234

NAXCON GmbH, located in the heart of Freiburg, is at the forefront of the German IT and engineering industry.

Our experts have extensive knowledge in software and hardware development, state-of-the-art electronics, and future-oriented technologies such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality.

We are not only dedicated to project work for our customers, but also intensively pursue in-house innovation projects as well as research & development. Renowned companies from a wide range of German industries place their trust in us - demonstrating the outstanding expertise and commitment of our engineers.

Position: Project Manager

Location: Meckenheim, Bonn

Field: Defence

Type: Full-time %50 Remote

The department provides project management expertise and methodology support for initiatives related to communication and collaboration systems, information platforms, international digital services, and the digitalization and automation of administrative processes.

This specific project focuses on developing a secure extranet platform designed to enable communication and information exchange among various internal and external user groups. The platform aims to enhance external visibility and employee engagement, improve communication and collaboration, and allow secure access from private devices.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the project office by assisting project and sub-project leads in planning, controlling, and documentation activities.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and dependencies using MS Project.
• Provide administrative project support, including scheduling, meeting coordination, document management, and quality assurance of project deliverables.
• Track and document deliverables, dependencies, milestones, and contributions to requirements management.
• Manage project documentation and data using MS SharePoint and Atlassian Jira.
• Prepare project reports and progress summaries.
• Support financial and performance reporting processes, including:
• Project controlling and procurement tracking
• Coordination with financial and procurement teams
• Validation and documentation of service delivery
• Preparing billing documentation and performance evidence
• Conducting quality assurance for accounting and billing materials
• Coordinating approvals and resolving discrepancies with client representatives
• Contribute to special topics and ad-hoc initiatives under project leadership direction.

Qualifications and Skills

Education & Certifications:

• University degree in Business Administration, Business Informatics, or a comparable IT-related field.
• Certification in Project Management (e.g. IPMA Level D, PRINCE2, PMP, PMI CAPM, Scrum PSM/PSPO, or equivalent).

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and MS Project.
• Experience with SharePoint and Atlassian Jira.
• Solid understanding of both classical and agile project management methods.

Languages:

• German: C1 (CEFR)
• English: Professional working proficiency

Professional Experience

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Project Management Office (PMO) roles within IT projects of medium to high complexity.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project controlling and client-side project billing.
• Proven experience applying common project management methodologies.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with demonstrated leadership and motivational skills.
• High sense of responsibility, initiative, and decision-making capability.
• Structured, goal-oriented, and solution-focused work style.
• Resilience under pressure and ability to delegate effectively.

What we offer:

• Join a cosmopolitan and internationally mixed team: We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to our team.
• Polish your German language skills: If you are looking to improve your German language skills, we offer a supportive environment where you can practice and develop your language abilities: whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker.
• Benefit from a fixed contact person from the company: We understand the importance of having a reliable point of contact within the company. That's why we assign a dedicated contact person who will provide guidance and support throughout your employment with us.
• Professional growth and development: With us, our engineers can immerse themselves in new industries or projects after just 1-2 years and actively transfer knowledge.
• Enjoy regular team events with the company: We believe in the power of team building and fostering positive relationships within the workplace. That's why we organize regular team events to promote collaboration and strengthen our team bonds.
• Competitive compensation package: At NAXCON, we believe that our engineers are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes a salary commensurate with experience and expertise.