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Find the right Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) in Austria, matched in minutes from 15,000 CVs with vetted, available project professionals.

Use this certification to identify project people who understand project basics, planning and control, stakeholder communication, and structured teamwork. It signals solid support for classic, agile, and hybrid project work, with fast and precise matching to vetted freelancers holding IPMA Level D.

About the certification

What it proves

Certified Project Management Associate, also known as IPMA Level D, is an entry-level project management certification focused on practical project work. It shows that the holder understands the core language of projects and can contribute in a structured way under guidance.

  • Basic project planning and control
  • Scope, time, cost, and risk awareness
  • Communication with stakeholders and team members
  • Working in classic, agile, or hybrid project settings

Typical profiles

This certification is common among junior project managers, project coordinators, team leads with project tasks, and specialists who support projects alongside their line role. In Austria, it can be useful when companies need reliable support for local project coordination, while remote cooperation is also common when the role is not tied to a site.

The IPMA Level D profile is often a good fit for people building a project career after first hands-on experience in real project environments.

Knowledge behind it

The certification covers the essentials of project management rather than advanced leadership. Candidates usually need to show that they can apply methods, understand project roles, and work with common planning and reporting tools.

  • Project life cycle and project organization
  • Scheduling, milestones, and progress tracking
  • Risk, issue, and change handling
  • Team coordination and stakeholder communication
  • Quality, documentation, and structured reporting

What companies can expect

A freelancer with the Certified Project Management Associate credential brings a shared method base. That makes onboarding easier when the project needs structure, clear reporting, and disciplined follow-up.

For companies, this matters in transformation work, IT rollouts, operations projects, process improvement, and internal change tasks. In Austria, it can be especially useful when the project team includes German-speaking stakeholders and needs someone who can work with clear documentation and controlled execution.

Meet FRATCH Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D)

Werner Paulin

Industrial Innovation & Digital Product Advisory

Linz

Last position:

Industrial Innovation & Digital Product Advisory at VarionImpact

  • I help industrial companies in strategy and implementation of digital products.

  • I work with companies that see software, automation, and connected systems as core drivers of growth or are in the process of becoming exactly that. I help organizations turn technological potential into market-relevant solutions by aligning strategy, product thinking, and execution.

  • My work sits at the intersection of industry expertise, software, and business impact.

Werner Paulin

Christian Werner

DevOps Engineer

Graz

Last position:

EHF.at

  • Further development and ongoing maintenance of the existing WordPress site for EHF.at to revamp the responsive design and improve usability on mobile devices.
  • Integration of WooCommerce into the existing site for full e-commerce functionality and digitization of the team sports apparel sales process.
  • Implementation and configuration of an automated newsletter system to strengthen customer loyalty through regular updates and personalized offers.
  • Ongoing maintenance including regular updates, performance optimizations, and security checks to keep the site up-to-date and functional.
  • Project-related technical activities: PHP, CSS, and JavaScript.
Christian Werner

Lorenz Graiff

Business Analyst

Vienna

Last position:

Business Analyst at Wirtschaftsagentur Wien

  • Conducting a feasibility study on introducing an in-house DWH as a central data source
  • Conducting workshops for current state analysis (processes, reports, KPIs) together with the clients
  • Gathering and detailing business requirements including a target concept for an in-house DWH
  • Coordinating and clarifying data deliveries and interfaces in meetings with stakeholders and data providers
  • Developing initial data models as a basis for data quality and later implementation
  • Drafting solution variants including architecture and operation options and decision basis
  • Creating the business case including effort estimates, cost-benefit analysis, and decision report
Lorenz Graiff

Elke Zens

Business Consultant, IT Service Provider, System Coach

Zirknitz

Last position:

Business Consultant, IT Service Provider, System Coach

  • Consulting and support for companies in strategic and operational changes to increase efficiency and adaptability
  • Leadership coaching: Development and support of executives to strengthen decision-making, team leadership and leadership competencies
  • Change management: Design and implementation of change strategies for successful introduction of new processes and structures in digital transformation projects
  • Process design: Analysis, optimization and redesign of business processes, including end-to-end process management
  • Planning, control and implementation of complex IT projects
  • Taking on roles such as Product Owner, Scrum Master and Agile Coach
  • Project management and PMO: Managing interdisciplinary teams, resource management and monitoring budgets and schedules
  • Requirements engineering and business analysis
  • Documentation and release management
  • Taking on temporary leadership roles to stabilize and develop teams and business areas
  • Employee management: Responsibility for leading and developing teams in challenging phases
  • Strategic stabilization through implementation of sustainable measures
  • Operational implementation of projects
Elke Zens

Manfred Feichtenschlager

Managing Director

Aspach

Last position:

Managing Director at Energy-Fields GmbH

  • Implementation and construction of a clinker loading and unloading facility for cement production by rail and truck at two sites in Germany as Site Manager according to the state building code

  • Manufacture and installation of all infrastructure:

  • Conveying systems in steel silos and concrete discharge bunkers

  • Production of bored piles

  • Earthworks, civil and structural construction

  • Erection of the entire load-bearing steel structure

  • Track construction

  • Electrical installation

  • Commissioning of the entire plant

  • Planning and execution of renewable energy projects as Construction Manager for power plants, especially wind farms:

  • Road construction

  • Crane pads

  • Foundations

  • Tower construction (concrete, steel, hybrid, MST)

  • Medium voltage cabling

  • Substation connections

  • Erection of steel structures

  • Installation of equipment

  • Electrical network connection

  • Commissioning

  • Technical inspections

  • Claim management

  • Handover to clients

  • Coordination with all involved authorities

  • Compliance with all legal requirements

Manfred Feichtenschlager

Philipp Huber

Self-employed R&D focusing on medical imaging (freelancer)

Last position:

Self-employed R&D focusing on medical imaging (freelancer) at GoCompute

  • Image visualization
  • Image quality improvements
  • Image reconstruction
  • Artefact reduction
  • Algorithm development, enhancement, and porting (GPU)
  • C++
  • CUDA
  • OpenGL
  • OpenCL
  • VTK
  • ITK
  • DICOM
  • Realized projects for CADS GmbH and medPhoton, a Brainlab company
Philipp Huber

Peter Schleinzer

Project Manager / Business Analyst / Requirements Engineer / Scrum Master / Agile Coach

Vienna

Last position:

Project Manager / Business Analyst / Requirements Engineer / Scrum Master / Agile Coach at OODA Consulting e.U.

Peter Schleinzer

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Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) statistics

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

19 years

Position duration

3.2 years

Positions per freelancer

7

Top business areas

Information Technology, Product Development, Project Management

Top industries

Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Manufacturing

Certification focus areas

Project Management, Human Resources, Information Technology

Bachelor's degree or higher

100%

Master's degree or higher

100%

Doctorate

14%

Certifications per freelancer

3

Most common languages

German, English, Spanish

Speak two or more languages

71%

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Average rates for Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) & Seniority distribution

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Daily rate avg. 962 €

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) validates practical project management basics. It shows that the holder understands how projects are structured, planned, tracked, and documented. For companies, that usually means a freelancer who can support project delivery in an organized and reliable way.

IPMA Level D is the entry point in the IPMA certification path. It focuses on project fundamentals and application in practice, while higher levels expect more independent responsibility, broader leadership, and stronger experience across complex projects. If you need operational project support rather than senior project direction, Level D is often the better match.

IPMA Level D is a good fit for junior project managers, project coordinators, team members with project duties, and specialists who want to formalize their project knowledge. It also suits professionals who already work in projects and want a recognized standard for their methods and terminology. Companies often look for it when they need dependable support in active project teams.

A freelancer with Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) has a shared project framework that helps reduce friction in day-to-day work. In Austria, that can be useful in mixed teams where structure, clear communication, and clean documentation matter. It is especially relevant when projects involve local stakeholders, German-language coordination, or cross-border collaboration.

Preparation for IPMA Level D is usually based on project management theory combined with real project experience. Candidates typically study project methods, terminology, and common situations such as planning, risk handling, and stakeholder communication. A strong preparation path also includes reflecting on past project tasks and how they were handled.

The Certified Project Management Associate credential is linked to the certification framework of IPMA / GPM, so holders should always check the current rules of the issuing body. In practice, renewal or recertification requirements can depend on the certification scheme and local body guidance. Companies should treat the credential as a sign of formal project competence, but still verify current status when it matters for compliance or procurement.

Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) fits projects where structure and coordination are important, but the role is not yet senior leadership. That includes IT support projects, process improvements, internal change tasks, implementation work, and cross-functional initiatives. It is a strong signal when you need someone to keep tasks, timelines, and communication under control.

No. IPMA Level D belongs to the IPMA qualification system and has its own focus on competence in real project situations. PMP and PRINCE2 are different certification paths with different exam styles, frameworks, and emphasis. When a profile lists IPMA Level D, look for solid project fundamentals and hands-on coordination skills rather than a direct one-to-one equivalent.

The average hourly rate for freelancers with Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) in Austria is 120 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 962 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers with Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) in Austria, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 100% hold at least a Master's degree, and 14% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers with Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) in Austria have 19 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.2 years.

The most common languages among freelancers with Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) in Austria are German (100%), English (71%), and Spanish (14%).

The most common industries among freelancers with Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) in Austria are Information Technology (86%), Banking and Finance (43%), and Manufacturing (43%).

The most common business areas among freelancers with Certified Project Management Associate (IPMA Level D) in Austria are Information Technology (86%), Product Development (86%), and Project Management (71%).

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