Project Manager – IT Infrastructure & Secure Collaboration EA

NAXCON GmbH, headquartered in Weil am Rhein with additional offices, including Stuttgart, is one of Germany's leading engineering and IT service providers. Our experts possess extensive expertise in software and hardware development, modern electronics, and cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI). In addition to delivering high-quality engineering solutions for our customers, we are passionate about driving our own innovation projects as well as research and development activities. Renowned companies from a wide range of industries place their trust in our expertise, reflecting the outstanding knowledge, professionalism, and commitment of our engineers. Position : Project Manager – IT Infrastructure & Secure Collaboration Location : Bonn, Meckenheim ( You can select the location of your request) Field : Defence Type : Full-time/ Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and implementation of medium-sized, complex IT infrastructure projects within a security-sensitive environment. The project focuses on the planning and implementation of a generic, platform-independent, and scalable secure collaboration service that enables cooperation with national and multinational partners as well as external industry stakeholders. The Project Manager will support senior project leadership in project planning, controlling, documentation, risk management, governance, stakeholder coordination, and organizational project activities. Responsibilities Support project managers in the planning, coordination, control, and implementation of complex IT projects. Independently prepare: Project documentation Status reports Risk analyses Decision papers Management presentations Coordinate project documentation and reporting with relevant internal and external stakeholders. Support project controlling with regard to: Deadlines Milestones Dependencies Requirements Deliverables Required stakeholder contributions Budget dependencies Monitor project milestones, deadlines, actions, and open items. Support continuous resource planning throughout the project lifecycle. Organize and facilitate project meetings. Prepare meeting agendas, presentations, and supporting materials. Record meeting minutes and systematically track resulting actions. Act as a point of contact for project team members and project managers on methodological and organizational project-management topics. Support project governance activities, committees, and decision-making forums. Prepare project communications and regular project reporting. Perform administrative and organizational project-management activities, including: Appointment and meeting coordination Quality assurance Employee onboarding and offboarding Maintenance and reconciliation of project lists Information and document management Support project leadership with special assignments and project-specific topics. Ensure structured and transparent communication across project teams and stakeholder groups. Qualifications Candidates should meet one of the following requirements: Completed degree in: Computer Science Business Informatics Information Technology Another comparable IT-related discipline or Recognised vocational qualification in an IT profession or At least 6 years of professional experience in an IT environment . Project Management Qualification Candidates should have knowledge and practical experience in both traditional and agile project management . One of the following qualifications, or a demonstrably comparable qualification, is preferred: IPMA Level D PMI PMP PRINCE2 Practitioner Comparable recognised project-management qualification supported by relevant professional project references Where certification is used as formal evidence, any time-limited certificate must still be valid at the time of submission. Required Professional Experience Project Management At least 3 years of continuous and substantive professional experience in project management within projects of medium size and complexity . The experience should demonstrate repeated and meaningful project-management responsibility rather than isolated or occasional involvement. Project Planning & Coordination At least 3 years of practical professional experience covering: Monitoring project milestones Monitoring deadlines and schedules Continuous resource planning Organizing project meetings Facilitating project meetings Preparing meeting minutes Tracking actions and follow-up items Coordinating dependencies and project activities Supporting structured project reporting Tools & Technical Knowledge Strong practical knowledge of: Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Outlook Jira Microsoft Project Experience using these tools for project planning, controlling, reporting, documentation, collaboration, and stakeholder coordination is expected. Language Requirements German: C1 Language proficiency should correspond to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) unless German is the candidate's native language. Soft Skills Strong communication and teamwork skills. High level of personal responsibility and ownership. Strong initiative and ability to work independently. Sound decision-making ability. Assertiveness when required. Structured, solution-oriented, and goal-oriented working style. Ability to remain effective under pressure. Clear and structured communication. Ability to explain complex project topics clearly and appropriately. Professional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate project experience and responsibilities consistently and clearly. Strong organizational skills. Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and project activities simultaneously. Additional Requirements Travel Willingness to travel for up to 30% of working time . Business travel may be required within the scope of the assignment. Mobile Working Approximately 40% mobile / remote working on average. Security Requirements The position is situated in a security-sensitive project environment . Candidate profiles must include nationality . Project-specific security eligibility requirements and country-related restrictions may apply. Candidate eligibility may be reviewed even where a formal security clearance is not required. Willingness to undergo any required project-related security screening is expected. Project Reference Requirements Where project references are required as evidence, they should include: Industry Project title Short project description Assignment period and duration Detailed description of the candidate's responsibilities and activities Professional-experience requirements should represent continuous and substantive activity in the respective subject area rather than one-off or occasional involvement. Core Profile Sought IT Project Manager with at least 3 years of substantive experience managing medium-complexity IT projects, strong milestone and resource-planning capabilities, excellent project documentation and reporting skills, hands-on experience with Jira and Microsoft Project, German C1, and experience operating in structured or security-sensitive IT environments. What we offer: International Working Environment: Join a diverse and multicultural team where people from different backgrounds and cultures collaborate to achieve outstanding results. German Language Development: Whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker, we provide a supportive environment to help you improve your German language skills. Dedicated Point of Contact: You will have a personal contact within the company who will support and guide you throughout your employment. Professional Growth: Our engineers have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different industries, continuously expanding their expertise and developing new skills. Regular Team Events: We organize regular company events to strengthen team spirit, encourage collaboration, and create a positive working atmosphere. Competitive Compensation: We value our employees and offer an attractive compensation package that reflects your qualifications, experience, and performance. Note: Travel expenses for on-site interviews are covered by the candidates themselves