Senior Project Manager for EPCMv Plant Engineering Projects (f/m/d) 100%

Process – Technology – Environment.
With over 30 years of experience and the successful execution of major projects in the process industry, VTU has become a key player in industrial plant design. Under the motto “Engineering Excellence”, we work with our clients to shape the high-tech plants of the future and create sustainable value as an optimal partner.

Your contribution to our success:

• Responsibility for the successful execution of large-scale projects
• Definition of the project execution strategy to achieve project goals
• Leadership and management of the project team
• Main point of contact for the client’s project manager throughout the project lifecycle
• Initiation of cost, risk, and schedule control, and responsibility for project reporting
• Responsibility for safety within the project and ensuring compliance with EHS requirements
• Ensuring adherence to company procedures, standards, and guidelines, as well as required project quality (QM & QC)
• Establishment and implementation of scope, change, and risk management at all project levels
• Coordination of workflows and internal communication to ensure all relevant stakeholders are informed about project progress
• Negotiations with clients and partners (suppliers), and responsibility for contract management

Your profile:

• Completed technical degree in process engineering, biotechnology, plant or mechanical engineering, civil engineering, architecture, or equivalent
• Project management training or certification is an advantage
• At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in executing EPCM plant engineering projects in the process industry (biotech, pharma, chemical, etc.)
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of project workflows and interdependencies
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong team orientation combined with commitment, flexibility, and a hands-on mentality
• Assertiveness and enthusiasm for working with diverse technical disciplines
• Very good English skills; German skills are an advantage
• Willingness to travel

Our offer:

• A secure position with varied and challenging tasks
• Freedom to take initiative and contribute your individual strengths
• A respectful working environment with flat hierarchies and a strong “you” culture
• Flexible working hours (no core hours) and the option to work from home
• VTU Academy with internal and external training opportunities
• Individual career and development opportunities (e.g., in organizational roles or expert careers)
• Attractive benefits and health programs (company pension scheme, vaccination campaigns, access to counseling services)
• Lunch and REKA vouchers