Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager (m/w/d) based in Stuttgart, Darmstadt or Klipphausen, Gemany to oversee the end-to-end delivery of water treatment projects, ensuring performance in terms of time, cost, quality, and safety, while leading cross-functional teams and managing key stakeholders.
Job Requirements
* Degree in Engineering or comparable technical qualification
* Extended experience in project management of industrial plant projects (€1–10M), including parallel projects
* Strong expertise in budgeting, cost control, and resource planning
* Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills incl. leading project teams (5+ people)
* Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented working style
* Experience in risk and contract management
* Ability to work with technical drawings and documentation
* Proficient in MS Office and project tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)
* Fluent in English and German
* Willingness to travel (Germany & EMEA)
* Valid driver’s license B
* EPC and/or pipeline construction experience is a plus
Job Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Stakeholder Management
* Manage all project stakeholders and interfaces across clients, engineering, procurement, construction, and subcontractors
* Act as main point of contact for clients and ensure clear, transparent communication
Project Cost Control & Contract Management
* Own and drive project financial performance, ensuring achievement of gross margin targets
* Develop and control budgets, monitor costs, and implement corrective actions when needed
* Identify risks and opportunities and manage contract/claim processes
Project & Resource Planning
* Lead project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
* Ensure on-time delivery through effective monitoring and coordination
Technical Project Management
* Coordinate engineering activities and ensure efficient workload distribution
* Participate in technical meetings and ensure compliance with contractual and technical requirements
Quality, Safety & Site Execution
* Ensure HSE compliance and coordinate site execution activities
* Oversee construction and commissioning to ensure quality and contractual compliance
* Ensure successful system handover to the client
Project Monitoring & Reporting
* Track project progress, performance, and KPIs
* Provide clear reporting and drive continuous project improvements
Job Benefits
* Your well-being matters – benefit from a flexible health budget you can use for preventive medical check-ups, glasses, professional dental cleanings, and more.
* Your future is important to us – we support your long-term financial security with a company pension scheme (betriebliche Altersvorsorge) and up to 20% employer contribution.
* Your everyday life should be easier – enjoy access to a Corporate Benefits program with exclusive discounts and special offers across a wide range of shops, brands, and products.
* Stay mobile and sustainable – with our company bike leasing program, you can easily lease your dream bike while promoting your health and protecting the environment.
* Your health is important to us – that’s why we continue to support you financially beyond the statutory 6 weeks in case of illness.
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