Project Manager Controls (M/F/D)*

About

Are you looking for a varied role and keen to take on project responsibility? As a Project Manager Controls you will oversee the implementation of control systems for automated logistics or distribution centres, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, on budget and to the required technical standards.

What you'll be handling:

• As a Project Manager Controls you will be part of a core team comprising senior project management and specialist project managers for mechanics, robotics and software, and will lead a team of specialists assembled specifically for the project.
• You will be responsible for performance, deadlines, technical aspects and costs within your specialist area, from the award of the contract through to final acceptance.
• In addition, you will be responsible for solution optimisation, drawing up specifications, and scheduling and capacity planning.
• You will define and clarify the control interfaces with external trades.
• You will manage suppliers, such as electrical installation partners.

What you'll need:

• A solid technical background from a university, university of applied sciences or higher technical college (e.g. electrical engineering, mechatronics, automation technology or similar) or several years’ relevant professional experience, ideally in plant engineering
• Basic knowledge of PLCs
• Good command of English and, ideally, experience in lean management
• Entrepreneurial mindset, results-oriented approach and strong organisational skills
• Customer-focused approach and professionalism, as well as a high degree of initiative and decisiveness
• Willingness to travel (35%)

What you'll receive:

• Collaboration in a committed team, individual opportunities to contribute, clear goals and an open feedback culture
• Flexible working hours and a generous home office model
• Cooperation across departments in international teams
• Responsibility in a successful international company with a strong focus on culture and values
• Sustainability and security of a foundation-owned company: the majority of profits remain within the company and are reinvested, another part is going to charitable projects