Description

About the job Senior Project Manager EA-1243

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, Germany

Field: Defence

Type: Full-time/50% remote)

Overview

The Senior Project Manager will lead the coordination and strategic development of automation and digitalization initiatives within a complex IT environment. The role involves managing interdisciplinary teams, ensuring service delivery excellence, and supporting the implementation of digital and operational transformation projects across multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Service Development & Strategic Enablement:
  Lead the strategic planning and implementation of digital service offerings, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and operational goals.
• Project Governance & Reporting:
  Oversee project management tools and frameworks (e.g., Jira, MS Project) to ensure transparent progress tracking and timely reporting to all stakeholders.
• Vendor & Partner Coordination:
  Manage external service providers and subcontractors to ensure quality, compliance, and delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Documentation & Performance Evidence:
  Ensure that all project deliverables, service documentation, and performance records are complete, auditable, and compliant with internal standards.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  Act as a primary liaison between technical and business units, maintaining clear communication with senior stakeholders and ensuring expectations are met.
• Risk Management & Crisis Intervention:
  Identify and mitigate project risks proactively; develop contingency and crisis management plans to safeguard project outcomes.
• Requirements & Change Management:
  Lead requirements gathering, analysis, and prioritization processes; translate business needs into technical specifications and oversee their implementation.
• Conceptual & Architectural Development:
  Contribute to the long-term conceptual design of unified digital architectures, supporting future scalability and standardization across systems.

Qualifications

• Education:
  Masters degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical or commercial discipline.
  (Equivalent vocational qualification with minimum 6 years of relevant experience will be considered.)
• Certifications:
  Valid certification in project management such as PMI, PRINCE2, GPM, or equivalent.
• Languages:
  Proficiency in German (C1) and English (B1) according to CEFR standards.

Experience Requirements

• Project Management:
  At least 6 years of experience managing large-scale IT or digitalization projects, including experience in:
• Reporting and controlling project progress.
• Using professional PM tools and methodologies.
• Leading stakeholder management at senior (C-level) interfaces.
• Service Development:
  Proven track record in designing and implementing IT service offerings or digital transformation programs.
• Domain Experience:
  At least 5 years of experience working in a structured organizational or governmental context, with strong understanding of operational IT service frameworks.

Soft Skills

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal communication skills.
• Professional conduct and effective stakeholder interaction.
• Excellent verbal and written presentation abilities.
• Service-oriented mindset with assertiveness and decision-making capability.
• High level of autonomy, analytical problem-solving, and proactive working style.

Other Requirements

• Travel: Up to 30% within Germany.

Work Mode:

• Travel: Up to 30% within Germany.
• Work Mode: Approximately 50% remote, on-site presence expected at least once per week.

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.