Head of Project Management

About the role

The Head of Project Management is responsible for the project portfolio across production sites in Kaiseraugst and Altendorf. This role involves leading a team of project managers to ensure the successful, efficient, and profitable execution of international customer projects. The position also focuses on advancing project management standards, processes, and methodologies while collaborating across various internal departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the PMO team across both locations
• Manage and prioritize the project portfolio in alignment with corporate goals
• Ensure successful execution of complex customer projects regarding quality, costs, and timelines
• Actively manage risks, changes, and project profitability
• Monitor relevant KPIs and promote continuous improvement
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, and Service
• Develop project management standards, processes, and methods
• Manage stakeholders and customers throughout the project lifecycle

Required skills

• Project Management
• Leadership
• Mechanical Engineering
• Plant Engineering
• Stakeholder Management
• German
• English

Nice to have

• PMP
• IPMA

Qualifications

• Technical university degree or equivalent qualification

Certifications

• PMP
• IPMA

Benefits

• International work environment
• Social benefits
• Pension scheme
• Vehicle purchase discounts
• Loyalty bonuses
• Professional development support
• Paid vacation
• Free parking
• Public transport access
• Profit sharing

About the Company

Rotzinger Transver is a leading provider of product flow control, buffering, distribution, and conveyor technology solutions for the food, confectionery, and packaging industries. The company is part of Coesia, a global group of companies specializing in innovative industrial and packaging solutions with headquarters in Bologna.