Senior Project Manager EA-1283

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: Senior Project Manager

Location: Bonn, Nuremberg, Munich (One candidate will be selected for each location)

Field: Defence

Type: Full-time/ 40% Remote

Role Description

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for supporting and coordinating complex IT infrastructure projects within a large-scale digital workplace and collaboration platform environment. The role focuses on planning, controlling, and delivering projects that support the development and deployment of enterprise collaboration solutions used across a large organizational landscape.

The position requires strong expertise in project management methodologies, stakeholder coordination, and structured reporting in complex IT environments. The role also involves supporting sub-project leadership in ensuring that project objectives are delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with defined quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the sub-project management team in the planning, coordination, and implementation of complex IT projects
• Independently prepare project plans, status reports, risk analyses, and decision documents for stakeholders and management
• Perform continuous resource planning within the annual planning framework
• Monitor project progress with regard to milestones, deadlines, and interdependencies
• Organize and moderate project meetings, including documentation of results and tracking of action items
• Serve as a point of contact for project team members regarding methodological and organizational questions
• Manage project dependencies, configuration changes, and risks within the sub-project scope
• Conduct stakeholder management and coordinate conflicting objectives between different project participants
• Support governance activities, reporting structures, and communication with management and project committees
• Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling, documentation management, quality assurance, onboarding and offboarding of team members, and maintenance of project-related records
• Prepare templates, guidelines, and documentation standards for the project environment
• Support the sub-project management team with special topics and cross-project coordination activities

Required Qualifications

• University degree in business administration, information systems, computer science, or a comparable field with an IT focus
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience managing complex projects in IT environments
• Proven experience in applying common project management methodologies
• Extensive experience in milestone tracking, schedule monitoring, and resource planning
• Experience organizing and moderating project meetings and managing action tracking
• Strong knowledge of project documentation, reporting, and stakeholder communication
• Very good knowledge of project collaboration tools and office applications including document management and project coordination platforms

Language Requirements

• German language proficiency at C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Professional Experience Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in the management and coordination of complex IT projects
• Demonstrated experience in:
• milestone and schedule monitoring
• ongoing resource planning
• organization and facilitation of project meetings
• preparation of documentation and follow-up of project actions

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• High level of responsibility, initiative, and independent working style
• Ability to make decisions and assert project objectives
• Structured, solution-oriented, and goal-driven working approach
• Ability to work under pressure and manage complex project environments
• Strong presentation and communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel for project-related activities
• Ability to work in a hybrid working environment with approximately 40% remote work

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.