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Bring in a project leader who can plan scope, structure delivery, steer stakeholders, and keep complex work on track. The IPMA Level C profile stands for hands-on control of real projects, not just theory. Find vetted freelancers holding this certification, fast and with precision.
About the certification
What it proves
Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) is a strong signal that a freelancer can take responsibility for the day-to-day management of a project with clear goals, defined roles, and active control. It is aimed at practitioners who already lead projects and need to show they can handle real delivery work across the full project life cycle.
- Define scope, objectives, and success criteria
- Build plans, milestones, and dependencies
- Coordinate people, workstreams, and stakeholders
- Track progress, risks, issues, and changes
- Keep delivery aligned with budget, time, and quality goals
Typical profile
People with the IPMA Level C certificate are usually working project managers, work package leads, or delivery managers who already carry responsibility for complex assignments. They often come from IT, transformation, engineering, operations, or business change, where structure and coordination matter every day.
In Austria, this profile is especially useful when a company needs someone who can step into an established environment and take control quickly. That can be in Vienna or remotely across teams, as long as the freelancer can work in the language and setup the project requires.
Core skills
The certification is built around practical project management competence rather than one method alone. A strong Level C freelancer should understand both the hard and soft sides of delivery.
- Project planning and scheduling
- Resource and team coordination
- Stakeholder communication
- Risk, issue, and change handling
- Leadership, negotiation, and conflict management
- Project governance and reporting
It also signals familiarity with the wider IPMA competence approach, where context, people, and practice count alongside methods and tools. That makes it valuable for projects that need calm control, clear reporting, and the ability to adapt when the plan changes.
Why it matters
For companies, Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) helps narrow the field to freelancers who can manage not just tasks, but responsibility. It is a good fit when you need a person who can organise delivery, communicate with sponsors and teams, and keep the project moving without constant supervision.
In Austria, this matters for organisations that work with mixed local and international teams, or that need someone who can join a project fast and operate independently. The certificate does not replace a project brief or interview, but it gives a clear indication that the freelancer has proven project leadership competence in practice.
Meet FRATCH Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C)
Martin Amon
Project management for reorganization of the logistics department
Last position:
Project management for reorganization of the logistics department at Strebelwerk GmbH
- Analysis and optimization of goods receipt, storage, inventory management, order picking and shipping
- Documentation of individual business processes
Christian Stradal
Lecturer ILV Project Management according to IPMA
Last position:
Standardization of equipment, software and processes for DACH/SOE region at Neuroth AG
- Scope development and project planning
- Stakeholder management
- Process analysis and adaptation
- Development of reporting structures
- Establishment of joint communication structures
- Training concept
- Order processing and cost tracking
Axel Menzel
Managing Director
Last position:
Interim HR Lead Transformation – International E-Commerce & Logistics Environment at Inpact HR (Interim Management)
- Organizational Design: Strategic realignment of the organizational structure to increase operational excellence and prepare for a scaled shared service model.
- Tech-Driven HR Transformation: Supporting process optimization through the integration of modern automation solutions and AI-powered tools to increase efficiency in workforce management.
- Strategic Change & Rightsizing: Design of a change-management framework to align personnel resources with a new, centralized steering model.
Zoran Jovanovic
Senior IT PM & Governance & Operational Resilience Consultant | Financial Services
Last position:
Technical Writer – Implementation of the BNPP IT PROD SEC Service Catalog at BNP Paribas Germany
Design, authorship and finalization of the IT PROD SEC service catalog with eight standardized security services (S-ID001–S-ID008).
Development of consistent service components & deliverables, RACI assignments and SLA and KPI definitions for each service.
Integration of BaFin document requirements under DORA into the service descriptions.
Coordination with IT, compliance, risk and operations teams to validate all service descriptions.
Specifically for governance & monitoring: definition of governance cadence, evidence delivery processes, audit support and definition of measurable KPIs and measurement methods.
Ensuring that all services are standardized, measurable and documented in an audit-proof manner.
Result: Approved service catalog with eight services as a binding basis for delivery, governance and audits; transparent SLAs/KPIs for each service and DORA/BAIT/MaRisk-compliant documentation with clear responsibilities and evidence trails.
Technologies and tools: Confluence, Jira, ServiceNow, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Visio, Office 365.
Josef Christian Pilz
Project Manager for Implementing a SIEM Solution
Last position:
Project Manager for Implementing a SIEM Solution at German Armed Forces
- Set up a SIEM solution while following a predefined ITSM process of the German Armed Forces
- Familiarization with the ITSM processes
- Organizational distribution of the project team across Germany
- Taking over an ongoing project until go-live
Clemens Novak
IT Business Analyst / Project Manager
Last position:
IT Business Analyst / Project Manager at Self-employed
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Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
25 years
Position duration
2.7 years
Positions per freelancer
16
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Project Management, Human Resources, Information Technology
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
100%
Doctorate
20%
Certifications per freelancer
10
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Daily Rate Distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers holding this certification are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Average rates for Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) & Seniority distribution
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) validates practical project management competence. It shows that a freelancer can run a project with structured planning, active stakeholder handling, and controlled delivery. For companies, that usually means a person who can take ownership of execution rather than only support a senior manager.
IPMA Level C is aimed at people who already manage projects and want to prove hands-on capability. It is less about memorising a method and more about showing real competence across planning, leadership, and control. That makes it different from certificates that focus mainly on a single framework or on entry-level theory.
Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) is a good fit for freelancers who lead projects, coordinate teams, or manage workstreams end to end. It suits experienced project managers, delivery leads, and professionals moving into broader responsibility. If the role needs structure, communication, and control, this certificate is often relevant.
IPMA Level C is useful in projects with several stakeholders, changing priorities, or visible delivery risk. It often fits transformation, IT, process change, engineering, operations, and cross-functional work. The certificate is especially relevant when a project needs someone who can keep plans realistic and decisions clear.
Before pursuing Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C), a freelancer should already have real project experience and be able to explain how they led work, handled issues, and worked with stakeholders. The assessment focus is practical, so examples from actual projects matter. Strong candidates can describe their role clearly and show how they made delivery happen.
IPMA Level C is not limited to one industry, and it is not tied to a single project method. Candidates are expected to show broad project competence that can work in different environments. That is why it appears in IT, industry, consulting, and internal change work.
The IPMA Level C certificate is part of a professional certification system that is normally maintained through the rules of the issuing body. Renewal or recertification can involve keeping competence current and following the current certification requirements. Anyone planning to rely on it professionally should check the latest guidance from IPMA or GPM.
Companies in Austria often use Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) as a quick signal that a freelancer can work in structured project settings. It is helpful when local coordination, clear reporting, and reliable execution matter. It can also be useful for projects where German or bilingual collaboration is expected, depending on the team.
The average hourly rate for freelancers with Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) in Austria is 110 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 882 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers with Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) in Austria, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 100% hold at least a Master's degree, and 20% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers with Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) in Austria have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers with Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) in Austria are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers with Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) in Austria are Information Technology (100%), Manufacturing (83%), and Professional Services (83%).
The most common business areas among freelancers with Certified Project Manager (IPMA Level C) in Austria are Information Technology (100%), Operations (100%), and Project Management (100%).
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