Senior Project Manager (m/f/d)

November 8, 2026

Hybrid

Senior

Berlin, Germany

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Another language required
German · B2 level

Also worth knowing

English is required

Description

A Senior Project Manager is sought for complex cross-functional IT projects in strategic cloud infrastructure, information security and application modernisation. The focus is on leadership, alignment and delivery — specialist cloud knowledge is not a prerequisite. Projects are delivered together with technical experts across product management, software development, operations, QA, sales and customer service, on schedule, on budget and to agreed quality standards.

Gender markers in the title: (m/f/d)

In accordance with European anti-discrimination legislation, this job is open to all candidates

Mmale

Ffemale

Ddiverse

Responsibilities

Take full ownership of planning, managing and delivering complex projects, while securing commitment and clear accountability from all stakeholders involved
Provide clear direction and structure in a dynamic environment with evolving requirements and shifting priorities
Align cross-functional teams based on shared project objectives and maintain that focus throughout the project lifecycle
Manage stakeholder relationships at all seniority levels, address objections constructively and develop viable solutions
Prepare concise, decision-ready documents and status reports for senior management
Ensure complete, current and accurate project documentation, including decisions, risks and progress
Contribute proactively to the continuous improvement of our project management methods, processes and standards
Ensure a structured handover of project results to operations

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in project management, ideally in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
Practical experience leading complex, cross-functional projects, ideally in the information technology sector or software development
Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools, preferably Jira and Confluence
A successfully completed degree or training with a focus on business administration, economics, engineering, IT, or a related field
Hands-on execution with personal ownership of day-to-day delivery and a consistent focus on results
Ability to create clarity and structure when requirements are incomplete or priorities change, and to make sound decisions
Ability to unite cross-functional teams behind a common objective and keep them aligned throughout the project
Consistent focus on developing and proposing options rather than escalating problems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with equal clarity for technical and executive audiences
Business proficient German skills (B2) are mandatory
Proven ability to lead without formal authority and to align stakeholders with differing interests
Composure and confidence when stakeholders challenge priorities or decisions, turning objections into workable agreements
Familiarity with leveraging AI tools to realise efficiencies in managing projects and ensuring documentation quality