Technical Project Manager, Automotive,Ingolstadt

Daily Task Monitoring & Tracking

• Monitor the progress of daily project tasks to ensure they are being executed on time and according to project plans.
• Use project management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Microsoft Project) to track task completion, progress, and any delays.
• Ensure that tasks are appropriately prioritized, and any urgent or critical activities are completed first.

Team Performance Tracking

• Track individual and team performance against set KPIs or project objectives.
• Ensure that team members are meeting productivity expectations and provide guidance or support where necessary to improve performance.
• Identify underperforming areas or individuals and coordinate with project managers to address these concerns (e.g., offering additional resources or training).

Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as the point of contact for team members needing clarification or support regarding their tasks.
• Facilitate communication between departments or teams (e.g., client stakeholders, developers, engineers, quality assurance) to ensure cross-functional task execution.
• Address any misalignments in expectations or deliverables between teams, ensuring smooth collaboration.

Standups & Status Reporting

• Conduct daily standup meetings with the project team to review progress, discuss any roadblocks, and align on priorities for the day.
• Document and report on daily progress, key accomplishments, and issues to senior management or stakeholders.
• Ensure that any new developments, risks, or issues are promptly communicated and addressed.

Task Assignment & Resource Allocation

• Ensure that tasks are assigned according to team members’ skills and availability, balancing workload to maximize productivity.
• Monitor resource utilization and adjust assignments to prevent bottlenecks or delays.
• Identify resource shortages or gaps in team capacity and escalate to the project manager for resolution.

Performance Metrics & Data Analysis

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure productivity and performance, such as task completion rates, milestones achieved, and adherence to deadlines.
• Generate reports based on productivity data to identify trends, areas for improvement, or potential risks to project timelines.

Issue Identification & Resolution

• Proactively identify any delays, task dependencies, or resource constraints affecting task execution.
• Work with team members to resolve obstacles and ensure that project tasks continue to move forward efficiently.
• Escalate unresolved issues to the project manager or leadership team to ensure swift resolution.

Tracking Milestones & Deadlines

• Monitor progress against project milestones and deadlines, adjusting schedules as needed to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Maintain visibility into the overall project timeline, ensuring that individual tasks align with long-term goals.

Continuous Improvement & Feedback

• Monitor the execution of daily tasks and gather feedback from the team to identify areas where processes or workflows can be improved.
• Suggest or implement adjustments to optimize task execution, improve efficiency, and increase overall team productivity.

Client & Stakeholder Updates

• Provide daily or weekly updates to clients or stakeholders regarding the status of key tasks or deliverables.
• Ensure that customer expectations are being met and communicate any potential delays or challenges early to mitigate risks.

Motivation & Team Engagement

• Act as a motivator, encouraging team members to stay focused and productive.
• Recognize and celebrate daily or weekly successes to maintain team morale and enthusiasm for the project.

Adherence to Project Protocols & Standards

• Ensure that all tasks are being executed according to the established project protocols, processes, and standards.
• Enforce adherence to best practices in task execution, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements or company policies.

Tool & Technology Management

• Ensure the team has access to the necessary tools and resources to effectively execute tasks and track their progress.

Required skills:

• 4+ years of project management experience.
• 2+ year experience working in consulting or outsourcing account/delivery management.
• Experience in managing projects of 10+ people.
• Experience in staffing, project scheduling, risk and change management, effort estimating, software engineering practices, and improving team velocity.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and methodologies.
• Ability to establish solid working relationships with clients.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and planning skills are necessary.
• Exceptional organizational, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-motivated, multitasking, result-oriented a quick thinker-doer.
• Advanced level of writing and verbal English. 
• Excellent level of writing and verbal German.
• German work permit.