International Project Manager (m/f/d) - IT / Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

Company Description

Who we are - CIMPA GmbH

As a 100% subsidiary of the Sopra Steria Group with more than 45,000 employees in over 20 countries, CIMPA, as an innovative service provider for digital transformation and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), offers one of the most comprehensive portfolios of high-quality PLM consulting and serviceleistungen on the market in the aerospace, automotive, transport, defense, and energy sectors.

Along the entire value chain of these industries, CIMPA develops customer-specific PLM solutions: from strategy to the design of processes and methods, to the conception and introduction of tools, as well as training and support for users. Our goal is to increase operational efficiency by improving processes and methods.

Job Description

What tasks await you

For the management of our IT / PLM projects in the aerospace industry, our company is looking for an experienced project manager with expertise in both Waterfall and agile project management frameworks. As a project manager, you will be responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of PLM projects within the time and budget framework and in compliance with the highest quality standards.

Your tasks in detail:

• Close cooperation with cross-functional teams in defining project scope, objectives, and results
• Development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and budgets using Waterfall and agile methods
• Ensuring that all project requirements, including technical specifications and compliance with regulations, are met
• Management of project risks and issues and timely communication with stakeholders
• Facilitation of team meetings, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
• Collaboration with the development team to identify and implement process improvements and best practices
• Ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders, including project team members, senior management, customers, and suppliers
• Conducting project status meetings with the project team and management
• Providing regular project status reports and metrics for stakeholders

Qualifications

Who we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Project Management, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in project management, preferably in the aerospace industry or in the IT sector
• Proven experience in managing complex projects using Waterfall and agile methods
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with PLM tools and software (3Dx, CATIA, ENOVIA, Windchill,...)
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Negotiation fluent in English, very good French skills; German at least B2 level is required
• PMP and Agile certification is a plus

Communication skills, a proactive approach, and service orientation are just as important to us as technical expertise. Accordingly, we also expect willingness to travel and good English skills.

Additional Information

What benefits await you

Of course, we will support you at all times as you start your career in the world of PLM consulting. In addition to a customized, modular training plan, you will also have the opportunity to apply your constantly expanding skills in challenging practical assignments and increasingly take on project tasks independently.

You will also find with us:

• An international team
• Feel-good atmosphere: Company-wide (online) team events, office parties at our locations,
• Flat hierarchies, team spirit, open doors, lived diversity
• Continuous further training based on your personal development path
• Work-life balance – mobile working and flexible working hours
• Special allowances, employer-subsidized company pension scheme, a group accident insurance also for private use
• Diverse offers in the Mental Health Program, Work-Life-Service, and a broad range of further education and coaching through our cooperation with the Fürstenberg Institute
• Subsidy for public transport, Business Bike program and other benefits