Project Manager - Software Implementation

Summary

Join Makersite, a leading platform for product lifecycle management (PLM), and be a key player in shaping the future of sustainable product development. As a Project Manager for Software Implementation, you will lead the planning and implementation of software projects, ensuring timely and in-scope delivery. You will manage stakeholder expectations, maintain project plans, and coordinate internal and external resources. The role also involves contributing to project methodology standardization, generating comprehensive documentation, and handling customer communication. This is a permanent, fixed position with remote/hybrid options within the EU. Makersite offers a competitive salary, 30 days of paid time off, remote-first flexibility, and a generous learning and development budget.

Requirements

• Master's degree in project management or related technical field required
• Background in Electronics/Electricals
• Demonstrated understanding of Project Management processes, strategies, and methods
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and experience establishing guidelines in these areas for others
• 3+ years of Project management experience in the field of software implementations
• Experience with complex data projects where a systematic approach is crucial to success
• Dexterity with software tools and data manipulation & analysis
• A creative mind that can think outside the box
• Curiosity to find disruptive as opposed to incremental solutions to challenging data problems
• Residing in and legally permitted to work in the EU

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of software projects related to system connections with our customers, ensuring they are delivered on time and within scope
• Maintain and update project plans, proactively identifying and managing any project risks
• Ensure the availability of the right expertise for each project phase, coordinating with internal and external resources as necessary
• Manage stakeholder expectations, delivering regular and comprehensive project updates and effectively resolving any arising issues
• Contribute to the standardization of project implementation methodology and project templates to improve project standardization and efficiency
• Generate thorough Project/Solution Documentation, outlining project goals, deliverables, and timelines
• Handle all customer communication across various projects, ensuring clear, consistent, and timely communication with all stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Project Management Certification from an accredited institution preferred

Benefits

• Competitive Salary – We reward your skills and experience with a compensation package that reflects your value
• 30 Days Paid Time Off – Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Remote-First Flexibility – Work from anywhere in the EU, with the option to collaborate in person at our offices in Stuttgart, Berlin (role dependent)
• Generous Learning & Development Budget – We invest in your growth, providing ample resources for personal and professional development
• Choose Your Ideal Work Equipment – Whether you prefer Apple or Microsoft, we’ll equip you with the tools you need to excel