IT Project Manager (m/f/d) IT Services For more than 140 years, we have been an innovative mechanical engineering company serving renowned customers around the world. Today, our focus is on the development, manufacture, and sale of medium- and high-pressure compressors for numerous applications in the industrial, commercial shipping, defense, and offshore sectors. Our IT department is in a phase of continuous growth and technological advancement. At our Kiel location, a team of five employees in IT Operations and Support currently manages the entire IT infrastructure and supports the business units in a dynamic and diverse environment. As part of our organizational development, we are seeking an IT Project Manager (m/f/d) to ensure the further expansion of IT services and a modern, service-oriented structure. Job Description As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and progress monitoring of projects in the IT Services area in close collaboration with the relevant departments. In doing so, you will drive projects forward in a structured manner, keep track of schedules, dependencies, and risks, and organize the involvement of subject matter experts. Through clear communication, regular reporting, and a transparent presentation of the project status, you will make informed decisions and ensure the smooth execution of projects. Your Responsibilities Planning, structuring, and managing IT projects in the IT Operations department Coordination of subject matter experts as well as internal and external stakeholders Monitoring of progress, deadlines, risks, and priorities, as well as initiation of necessary measures in case of deviations Ensuring transparency through regular reporting, status updates, and clear communication with team leaders and stakeholders Facilitation and organization of meetings, coordination sessions, and decision-making rounds, as well as structured documentation of all relevant project results Support for strategic IT initiatives, e.g., in the areas of infrastructure, cloud, modernization, or compliance Your Profile A completed degree or vocational training in business administration, business informatics, or a comparable field, as well as several years of professional experience in the IT project management environment Strong communication skills when dealing with stakeholders—even in the face of resistance and in complex situations Analytical, structured, and process-oriented thinking Strong technical understanding for analyzing complex functional and technical contexts High level of initiative and a strong focus on implementation and project completion Methodological expertise and experience in leading IT projects, ideally in the areas of IT operations, infrastructure, or support Strong interpersonal skills with a strong team orientation, particularly in fostering collaboration, mutual support, and constructive dialogue within your own and interdisciplinary teams Excellent German and English language skills What We Offer A position at a third-generation, owner-managed family business that is part of a healthy, medium-sized corporate group (1,200 employees worldwide) experiencing steady growth Good work-life balance: only 35.5 hours per week full-time Company pension plan starting at €90 per month Opportunities for continuing education Subsidy for the Jobticket or Deutschlandticket, as well as free parking Company sports program through Hansefit 30 days of annual leave, 6 days of paid leave under the collective agreement, and special leave in accordance with the collective agreement Vacation and Christmas bonuses Flexible and family-friendly work arrangements available (up to 60% remote work, flex-time account) Your work schedule: Part-time / Full-time Your start date: as soon as possible, permanent position Note: This position is also suitable for individuals with severe disabilities and, in this case, can be filled either full-time or part-time. We look forward to receiving your online application via our career portal at www.sauercompressors.com. If you have any questions, please contact our Human Resources department. J.P. Sauer & Sohn Maschinenbau GmbH Brauner Berg 15, 24159 Kiel