Deputy Head of Project Management (m/f/d)

As Deputy Head of Project Management, you will support the Head of Project Management in managing and developing the Project Management function and assume defined responsibilities under an established delegation framework. You will coordinate project reporting and governance processes, support Project Managers in applying the project management methodology consistently, and proactively identify project delivery, resource and financial control risks, ensuring appropriate follow up and escalation. In addition to your functional responsibilities, you will manage selected projects directly when required, particularly in complex or critical situations. You will also lead the PMO teams and act on behalf of the Head of Project Management during periods of absence within the scope of delegated authority.

• Support the Head of Project Management in managing and developing the Project Management function, taking on delegated responsibilities within the established governance framework
• Coordinate project reporting and governance reviews, monitor project performance and ensure that identified risks, deviations and corrective actions are followed up
• Lead the PMO teams, ensuring effective coordination, clear responsibilities and consistent delivery of PMO activities
• Coach Project Managers and support their onboarding, training and professional development, promoting the consistent application of project management methodologies and standards
• Review Project Manager workloads and project assignments, identifying resource constraints, delivery risks and gaps in project control at an early stage
• Support project staffing proposals and capacity planning discussions in coordination with the relevant stakeholders
• Lead selected project management improvement initiatives and support complex project situations, recovery activities and management interventions
• Take direct responsibility for selected broadcast system integration projects when required, managing project delivery from initiation to final acceptance in accordance with the Qvest project management methodology and the applicable governance framework
• Conduct regular check ins with Project Managers, review project status and delivery challenges, and follow up on agreed actions
• Support the development and monitoring of recovery plans, project handovers and corrective actions where projects deviate from agreed objectives 
• Act as deputy for the Head of Project Management during periods of absence, exercising delegated responsibilities within the established authority framework
• Escalate issues, risks and decisions that fall outside the assigned scope of responsibility, ensuring timely involvement of the appropriate management level

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or a comparable qualification
• Several years of experience managing complex broadcast or system integration projects 
• Experience in related technology environments is also considered relevant
• Experience leading, coaching or developing Project Managers and project teams, ideally within a project based organization
• Strong knowledge of established project management methodologies and their practical application, including project governance, planning, scope and change control, risk management and project reporting
• Experience with project performance monitoring, financial reporting, cost forecasting, resource planning and the identification of project delivery risks
• Ability to challenge project status and performance constructively, identify control gaps, drive corrective actions and escalate issues when required
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical teams, Project Owners and senior management
• Structured, analytical and solution oriented approach to work, with a strong sense of responsibility and a proactive attitude
• Proficiency with project management tools and Microsoft 365
• Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken

• Training and Continuing Education
• Flexible Working Hours
• Employee Events
• Corporate Benefits
• Parking Lot
• JobBike
• Group Accident Insurance
• Good Traffic Connection
• Capital Accumulation Plan
• Hybrid Work
• Company Pension Plan
• Company Laptop
• Urban Sports Club