Description

About the job Project Manager-1245 Analytics & Simulation Projects

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

Location: Bonn, Germany

Field: Defence

Type: Full-time/%40 Remote

1. Role Overview

This role supports projects within the Analytics and Simulation (AuS) domain, focusing on the development, rollout, and continuous enhancement of a platform that enables users to access advanced analytics and simulation applications. The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating and delivering subprojects, ensuring that objectives, timelines, and quality standards are met.

2. Responsibilities

The Project Manager oversees a broad range of activities within the assigned project scope, including:

Project Coordination & Delivery

• Plan, coordinate, and execute subprojects with a focus on analytics and simulation solutions.
• Maintain and manage project structures in MS Project, SharePoint, and Jira.
• Track progress across milestones, deliverables, requirements, dependencies, and budget.

Project Controlling & Risk Management

• Monitor project timelines, resource utilization, and cost performance.
• Manage dependencies, changes, configurations, and risks within the subproject.
• Ensure compliance with project governance standards and quality requirements.

Stakeholder & Communication Management

• Engage with stakeholders, manage expectations, and mediate conflicting interests.
• Prepare and present project updates, reports, decision papers, and documentation to steering bodies and committees.
• Facilitate transparent communication among all involved parties.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Coordinate meetings, workshops, timelines, and project documentation.
• Support onboarding and offboarding of team members.
• Maintain and verify project lists, registers, and quality-related records.
• Prepare standardized templates and guidelines for project execution.

Additional Support Tasks

• Assist project leadership in special topics, strategic discussions, and cross-departmental initiatives.

3. Qualifications

Languages

• German: C1 (CEFR)
• English: sufficient for professional communication
  (No proof required if German is native.)

Technical Skills & Tools

Proficiency in the following tools is required:

• MS Word
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Outlook
• Jira
• MS Project

Education

One of the following is required:

• Degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, Information Systems, or a related IT field
• OR a recognized IT vocational qualification
• OR a minimum of 6 years of professional experience in an IT environment

4. Professional Experience Requirements

Project Management

• Minimum 3 years of experience managing medium-scale and moderately complex IT projects.
• Experience must be continuous, substantial, and clearly demonstrated in CV and project references.
• Project references must include:
• Industry
• Project title
• Project description
• Duration of involvement
• Detailed responsibilities and activities

5. Soft Skills Requirements

These competencies will be evaluated during interviews:

1. Teamwork Ability to demonstrate collaboration and constructive interaction.
2. Professional conduct Appropriate and respectful communication style.
3. Strong communication skills Clear, structured, and articulate verbal expression.
4. Reliability & coordination skills Ability to plan, prioritize, and follow through on tasks for oneself and others.
5. Structured and targeted communication Ability to explain complex matters clearly and purposefully.
6. Consistency Ability to describe past work experience coherently and in alignment with the CV and documentation.

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.