Description

About the job Project Manager - IT Infrastructure & Platform Projects EA- 1328

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 - IT Infrastructure & Platform Projects

Location: Bonn, Germany

Field: Defence

Type: Full-time/40% Remote

Position Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for managing medium-scale to complex IT infrastructure and platform projects. The role involves planning, coordination, execution, and oversight of project deliverables, ensuring alignment with timelines, budgets, quality standards, and operational requirements. The position provides project management support across multiple teams and is responsible for maintaining transparent communication and reporting structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and execute sub-projects within the overall IT infrastructure program.
• Maintain project documentation in tools such as MS Project, SharePoint, and Jira.
• Conduct project controlling for timelines, milestones, requirements, deliverables, and budget adherence.
• Manage dependencies, changes, configurations, and project risks.
• Perform stakeholder management, including handling goal and interest conflicts.
• Facilitate project governance, communication, and reporting.
• Conduct administrative tasks, such as scheduling, quality assurance, onboarding/offboarding, and maintaining lists.
• Prepare project guidelines and provide support on special topics as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Completed degree in (Business) Informatics, IT-related studies, or recognized IT vocational training; alternatively, at least 6 years of professional IT experience.
• Project Management Experience: Minimum 3 years in IT project management of medium to large projects; experience with classical and agile methods is required.
• Tools: Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Jira, and MS Project.
• Certifications: IPMA Level C, PMI PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum (PSM/PSPO), or equivalent professional qualifications.
• Languages: German (C1) and English (B1).
• Soft Skills:
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Professional conduct, initiative, and decision-making abilities.
• Structured, solution-oriented, and target-driven working style.
• Reliability and coordination capabilities.
• Effective communication for complex topics.
• Additional Requirements:
• Willingness to travel as required by project activities.
• Average of 40% remote work expected.
• Ability to operate in structured, compliance-driven environments.

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.