Senior Project Manager (m/f/d)

The Senior Project Manager brings significant expertise in project management methodologies, stakeholder engagement, risk mitigation, and change leadership. A key focus of this role is building and sustaining strong, trust-based relationships with customers. This role will serve as a strategic partner who ensures alignment between project outcomes and client expectations.

We offer:

We offer:

• Career Development

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Transparency

• Global Opportunities

Learn More Here:https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Tasks and Qualifications:

Tasks

While operating without direct supervisory responsibilities, the Senior Project Manager leverages influence, credibility, and deep domain knowledge to:

• Guide project teams through ambiguity and complexity throughout a project life cycle.,
• Acts as a mentor to less experienced project managers and helps support the development of best practices within the organization.
• Align project execution with organizational strategy and business goals, working in close collaboration with the Project Director.
• Ensure delivery excellence-on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards delighting Dematic customers.
• Champion a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within their project teams.

This role is instrumental in contributing to the organization’s reputation for project excellence and customer-centric delivery.

Project Initiation / Integration:

• Lead the initiation and planning of highly complex, strategic projects, defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables in alignment with organizational goals and strategic objectives.
• Develop comprehensive project plans that encompass all necessary activities, resources, and timelines, utilizing advanced project management techniques and tools.
• Establish and maintain project governance structures, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes.
• Develop business cases and project charters, securing stakeholder buy-in and alignment.

Project Schedule and Resource Management:

• Lead and motivate high-performing project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment mentoring project team members on project management best practices.
• Develop and implement resource management plans, ensuring optimal allocation and utilization of project resources across multiple projects.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive integrated project plan using standard tools and methods that align with contractual requirements.
• Monitor project progress, identify critical path activities, and implement corrective actions to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Manage dependencies between project tasks and activities, ensuring seamless integration and timely completion.

Stakeholder and Communication Management:

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication plans, ensuring effective and timely communication with all stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholder expectations, proactively addressing concerns and resolving conflicts.
• Provide regular project status reports to stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and issues.
• Facilitate project meetings, providing strategic guidance and decision support.

Negotiations and Contract Management:

• Support negotiation of complex contracts and agreements with vendors and suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage vendor performance, monitoring adherence to contractual obligations and resolving any issues or disputes.
• Develop and implement contract management plans, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Manage change orders and contract modifications, ensuring proper documentation and approval processes.

Cost and Financial Management:

• Develop and manage complex project budgets, ensuring adherence to approved funding levels.
• Track project expenses, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions to maintain budget compliance.
• Develop and implement cost control measures, maximizing project value and minimizing waste.
• Forecast project costs and resource needs, supporting accurate budgeting and financial planning.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management and executive leadership.

Risk Mgt & Problem Solving

• Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Proactively identify potential problems and develop contingency plans to minimize impact on project deliverables.
• Lead complex problem-solving efforts, facilitating collaborative solutions and ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Escalate critical risks and issues to senior management, as appropriate, providing recommendations for resolution.

Qualifications

Skills & Capabilities

• Expert knowledge of project management methodologies.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire project teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex project issues.
• Proficiency in using project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Strong understanding of financial management principles and practices.
• Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to project challenges.
• Proven ability to mentor and coach project managers and other team members.
• Deep understanding of organizational governance and decision-making processes.

Experience Desired

• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in project management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing highly complex, strategic, and cross-functional projects with significant organizational impact.
• Experience leading and motivating high-performing project teams.
• Experience managing project budgets and financial performance.
• Experience negotiating complex contracts and managing vendor relationships.
• Experience managing project risks and issues.
• Experience with project management methodologies.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Project Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration). Master's preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desired.
• Relevant project management experience may be substituted for a degree.

Direction and Key Working Relationships

• Works independently with minimal supervision. Provides guidance and mentorship to Project Managers, Project Practitioners, and Associate Project Managers.
• Internal: All Project Stakeholders, including senior management and executive leadership.
• External: Interacts with external vendors, consultants, and clients, independently managing those relationships within the scope of assigned projects. Serves as a key point of contact for external project-related inquiries and represents the organization in external forums.
• Travel: Up to 40% travel may be required to support project execution.