Project Manager - Senior Associate (German Speaker)

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead the project governance and PMO responsibilities for technical projects, following agile and traditional project management methodologies
• Drive project support to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and vendors to gather requirements, understand project goals, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives
• Technical Oversight: Provide technical guidance and support to project teams, helping to resolve issues, mitigate risks, and ensure the quality of deliverables
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess and improve project management processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in project delivery
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate project documentation and provide regular status updates and reports to stakeholders on project progress, risks, and issues
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure adherence to PwC’s quality standards and frameworks throughout the project lifecycle, with a strong focus on compliance and risk management

Skills

• Agile and Lean practices You have a foundational understanding of Agile and Lean methodologies and can assist in applying these practices within your team
• You support team members by encouraging the adoption of tools and techniques that improve efficiency and responsiveness to changing requirements
• Intermediate Possesses a solid understanding of Agile and Lean principles, contributing to process improvement discussions and participating in the implementation of practices that enhance project outcomes
• Waterfall methodologies You are familiar with waterfall project management methodologies, such as PRINCE2
• You assist in organizing project phases and ensuring all stakeholders are kept informed of progress through structured communication
• Intermediate Able to support project planning and execution through established structured methods, ensuring appropriate documentation and adherence to timelines
• Communicating between the technical and non-technical You facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders, helping to bridge gaps in understanding
• You support the team in clearly articulating project status, needs, and challenges
• Intermediate Adept at conveying complex technical information in an accessible way, enhancing stakeholder comprehension and ensuring that project goals are transparent to all parties
• Maintaining delivery momentum You play a key role in tracking project progress and identifying potential roadblocks
• You work proactively with teams to ensure that delivery commitments are met by facilitating problem-solving discussions
• Intermediate Effectively monitors project workflows, addresses obstacles promptly, and utilizes established tools for ensuring teams remain focused on their tasks
• Making the process work You help identify and optimize processes that enhance team productivity
• You support continuous improvement initiatives by gathering feedback from team members and suggesting enhancements to existing workflows
• Intermediate Engages in process evaluation and improvement, actively contributing to discussions about efficiency and impact while promoting a culture of adaptability within the team
• Planning and Scheduling You assist in the planning and scheduling of project activities, ensuring that timelines are realistic and achievable
• You coordinate resources and track progress against the project plan, making adjustments as necessary
• Intermediate Contributes to detailed project scheduling and resource allocation, facilitating timely execution of tasks and ensuring alignment with project objectives
• Financial management Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering)
• At least 3 years of experience in project management/PMO within the technology sector, with a proven track record of delivering successful projects
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall etc.) and tools (MS Planner, MS Project, Jira etc.)
• Strong technical background with an understanding of software development processes and technologies
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset with demonstrated analytical skills
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is preferred