Senior IT Project Manager (Airlines/Airports)

Your mission

  • Shape the Future: Lead the development of cutting-edge integration projects for airlines and airports, driving seamless technology adoption across the aviation industry.
  • Lead & Execute: Take ownership of all project activities, from scoping to resource allocation, ensuring timely execution and successful delivery.
  • Drive Results: Monitor project progress, proactively identifying and addressing potential risks, ensuring the success of mission-critical initiatives.
  • Be the Bridge: Act as the key point of contact, managing relationships with our clients, partners, and internal cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional project outcomes.
  • Lead a Talented Team: Manage our solution delivery team, ensuring alignment with project requirements and client expectations.
  • Continuous Improvement: Conduct post-implementation reviews to identify areas for improvement and optimize future project outcomes.
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with our product management, commercial, and engineering teams to ensure smooth project execution and alignment with strategic goals.
  • Support Growth: Assist the partnerships division with pre-sales activities, contributing to business development and customer acquisition efforts.
  • Strategic Reporting: Provide regular updates to the head of the unit and senior management, ensuring transparency and alignment on project milestones.

Your profile

  • Aviation Expertise: A solid background in aviation, with hands-on experience in ground handling, baggage handling, airport operations, or airline IT systems.
  • Proven Leadership: Demonstrated success in managing large-scale enterprise projects, particularly in project and partner management.
  • Tech-Savvy: Experience leading digital transformation and innovation projects within the aviation industry, with knowledge of virtual interlining being a plus.
  • Customer-Centric: A proven ability to manage relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction and project success.
  • Aviation Experience: 5+ years of experience in the aviation industry, with a deep understanding of its complexities and unique challenges.
  • Industry Insight: Prior experience working with aviation IT and travel technology suppliers, airlines, ground handlers, or airports.
  • Qualifications: PMP or equivalent project management certification, along with a degree in engineering, project management, or logistics.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility and a growth mindset to lead in an ever-evolving and dynamic industry.

Why us?

  • Your work will directly influence our company's success and growth.
  • Be at the forefront of digital transformation in aviation
  • We are committed to your professional development and growth.
  • Be part of a forward-thinking team that values creativity and new ideas.
  • Work with passionate, like-minded individuals who are dedicated to excellence.
  • Enjoy a flexible work environment that understands the importance of work-life balance.
  • You get 27 days of vacation every year! That's more than enough time to chill out, have some fun, and maybe even go on a wild adventure or two.
  • Urban Sports Club supports your well-being and gives you access to gyms and sports clubs all over Germany.
  • We've got plenty of delicious snacks to keep you going all day. Head over to the office and you'll find fresh fruit, treats, coffee, and various teas.
  • We offer a competitive salary package and numerous development opportunities to help you reach your career goals.
  • We love celebrating our wins with exciting summer and winter parties.

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