Project Manager (Automotive)

Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Manager ready to take on exciting challenges? We want to hear from you!

If you're adaptable to changing project demands, self-motivated, and proactive, this is your chance to shine. Join our team and drive results that make a difference!

Customer

Our client is a creative production studio based in Germany, specializing in data-driven marketing solutions for the automotive industry. Their primary focus is creating personalized content to produce dynamic representations of various car configurations. 

Responsibilities

• Manage several projects simultaneously, including fixed-price and time-and-materials models
• Ensure timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards
• Develop detailed project plans and monitor progress against milestones
• Coordinate resources and effectively manage project risks
• Engage with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide regular project updates 
• Collaborate with technical teams to translate business needs into deliverable solutions
• Assist with requirements documentation in collaboration with Product Owner 
• Conduct project post-mortems to assess project performance and identify areas for improvement 
• Maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and trust 
• Act as a mentor and guide to team members
• Set goals and roadmaps for specialists, ensuring alignment with organizational roadmap
• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in IT project management
• Proven track record of managing fixed-price projects and delivering them successfully
• Hands-on experience in pre-sales activities 
• Hands-on experience managing diverse teams in remote and hybrid setups 
• Good experience of project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Trello)
• Great communication and stakeholder management skills
• Good feeling of product success and experience to suggest and argue the most appropriate solutions to the Customer 
• Expertise in conflict resolution and decision-making under tight deadlines 
• Knowledge of budget tracking for fixed-price contracts
• Experience with technical environments and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC)
• Ability to balance client needs and internal team dynamics 
• An Upper-Intermediate level of English

Would be a plus:

• Experience of working in product companies