Project Management Professional (PMP)
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Gerhard K.
Last position:
Senior Project Manager and Site Manager at HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH
- Set-up of the data center in Oberkochen (Defence division)
- Planning of the fiber-optic ring and simulation of Wi-Fi coverage
- Installation plan for WAN and LAN cables for office and production (infrastructure)
- Adaptation of the SAP system (R3) for the Oberkochen site (software)
- IT transformation of the SAP system to SAP HANA
- Planning of network infrastructure and server technologies in the SAP environment
- Pre-sales support and establishment of change management
- Independent coordination of utilities according to time, budget and quality
- Mapping of the project in MS Project and SERVICENow
- Development and design of hardware and software
- Demand management and portfolio management
- Set-up of a risk register and migration plan
- Preparation of payment-supporting documents in coordination with the responsible finance and commercial functions
- Budget: 5 million - 34 FTE
Stephan J.
Last position:
Interim Project Management Office Advisor at Noske-Kaeser Equans
Project management and process harmonization between the French parent company (Equans Group, Axima Marine) and the German production company (Noske Kaeser) for maritime cooling and air conditioning systems.
Peter P.
Last position:
Consultant Strategy & Digital at Polynova AG
- Designed the growth and digital strategy for an EU distributor
- Established a differentiation strategy focusing on horizontal portfolio expansion, ESG and SG&A cost reduction using new digital sales and service channels
- Offered same-day logistic delivery for key customers, increasing customer satisfaction by 25%
Ole H.
Last position:
Interim Head of PMO at RAILPOOL GmbH
Due to the steady growth of the client organization and the resulting increase in projects across various areas, including IT/digitalization, sales, organizational development and controlling, the demands on projects are increasing. Projects are often started but not completed within the planned timeframe, resources are not clearly assigned, and the business value is not clearly demonstrated. The objective of the assignment as Interim Head of PMO is to further develop and establish an existing project organization from the CDO area at executive management level. It is important that the governance is pragmatic, easy to understand and simple to apply in daily project work. The tasks and roles must be defined and established within the organization. In addition, this strategic PMO is to be supported by an IT solution, which must be selected and introduced. Furthermore, all ongoing projects are to be gradually integrated into the PMO governance and project management is to be centralized.
Stefan M.
Last position:
Project Manager at German NPO
- General project management
- Design of a CRM system using a Design Sprint
- Creation of a prototype
- Conducting user tests
- Preparation of a tender
- Creation of an implementation roadmap
Michael R.
Last position:
Project Manager, Hustler, & Hound "Project Metrics on the Internet" at Global-KPI
- Project management, hustler (identifying the full financial picture including sales, pitching, financial analysis, & business models) and hound (identifying real customer needs including research & analysis) to build a project metrics system on the Internet.
- The system allows users to make informed decisions to keep projects on track according to key data or to realign them when they deviate negatively from the plan.
- Providing a forecast alongside the current status.
- Automatic calculation and display of metrics based on user-entered project key data.
- Skills: project management, project metrics.
- Problem space: Co-Innovation Builder (CIB), corporate innovation team setup, team profile / team canvas, design thinking, highlighting people, creating customer personas, market exploration, defining the problem.
- Solution space: narrowing the problem, how to turn ideas into solutions, how to turn solutions into a concept, customer journey, business model canvas, value proposition canvas, prototyping, refining the prototype and business model canvas, final pitch.
Onur K.
Last position:
Project Manager & Outsourcing Manager at SENEC GmbH (EnBW Group)
- Built a scalable nearshore IT developer hub (Croatia, Czech Republic, Poland) as an independent company through a BOT model (Build – Operate – Transfer)
- Identified, selected, and managed full-service agencies; introduced management and control mechanisms, including KPIs, SLAs, and regular service reviews
- Prepared and reviewed data processing agreements and framework contracts in coordination with Legal & Compliance; integrated regulatory requirements (including KRITIS) into process design
- Advised on cloud vs. on-premise strategies, data storage, and authorization concepts; supported Procurement with tendering and service provider evaluations
- Managed change and process harmonization between internal teams and nearshore partners; reported to executive management, CFO, and CIO
Result: Scalable IT developer hub with an audit-ready governance model, reduced operating costs, and accelerated product development.
Damir D.
Last position:
Senior IT Consultant at Dudakovic e.U.
- Consulting in national and international projects in various roles and sectors (banking and finance, public sector, telecommunications, data management, software development)
- Engaging in project management, requirements management, business analysis, process management, IT consulting and coaching
- Delivering sustainable value quickly and efficiently due to high complexity and diversity of projects and expertise
- Emphasizing collegiality and integrity and fostering a positive team atmosphere
Kristian Michael H.
Last position:
Director Global IT at JC Newretail AG / Peek & Cloppenburg Group
- Lead 300+ tech professionals across internal and consulting teams
- Transformed IT into a strategic, product-centric consultancy
- As industry first: Initiated ERP migration SAP → Oracle Fusion
- Implemented AI strategy, built the data science competence and initiated AI pilots
- Established IT Strategy Board aligning technology with business vision and objectives
- Implemented a central and standardised IT vendor management process reducing IT costs by 10%
- Outsourced internal ERP management structure into an external service entity
- Implementation of IT security protocols, standards, trainings and systems
Marco S.
Last position:
IT Interim Manager & Digitalization Consultant at paarprojekt GmbH
- Project management and consulting services with a focus on IT interim management: digitalization of corporate management, including processes and applications
- Assessment of the entire IT infrastructure, including applications, core processes, and contracts, including cost optimization
- Evaluation and introduction of solutions to support digitalization in the company in the areas of property management, CRM, invoice review and approval processes, smart metering, DMS, and time tracking
- Digitization of file folders and introduction of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams as the central document and communication platform
- Design and delivery of an AI workshop, including rollout of AI tools to increase efficiency and transparency in key business processes
- Creation of training materials and delivery of user training for newly introduced digital processes and solutions
Kelly G.
Last position:
Chief Adaptability Officer (Interim or Freelance) at Self-employed
Building the practice that treats adaptive capability as a strategic asset, not a consulting engagement. Working with C-suite leaders at European and global organizations to build the internal capability to evolve continuously – faster, with less dependency on outside help.
- Delivering the Adaptive Capability Diagnostic: a structured engagement that scores organizations across 6 dimensions and produces a clear roadmap for building transformation capability.
- Advising executives on transformation portfolio management: which initiatives to run simultaneously, how to sequence them, and how to build the governance to sustain all of it.
- Speaking at industry events including executive roundtables, conferences, webinars, and podcasts on building organizational adaptability at scale.
Frank G.
Last position:
Project Lead at Flamingo Med Solutions
- Led the founding of a startup for AI-based consulting products for dental practices.
- Developed and launched PraxisScore, a data-driven consulting product for economic analysis and corporate consulting of dental practices.
- Held full responsibility for technical implementation, AI integration, and structured startup setup from product idea to public launch at IDS 2025 in under three months.
Marco S.
Last position:
IT Consulting & Project Management at acardo
- Project management for customer projects
- Requirements analysis
- Product Owner
Jerry B.
Last position:
Owner at DIGIPM Consulting e.U.
From 02/2023 to 05/2024: IT interim manager within an international construction chemicals group headquartered in Germany as Global TSA Manager in a carve-out project responsible for the IT workstream.
From 06/2024: IT consulting in project management and IT service management areas, providing PM/PMO coaching and support.
Stefan H.
Last position:
Senior Project Manager at Bechtle Schweiz AG
- Led multiple client projects according to the PRINCE2 standard in the healthcare sector, focusing on migrating existing infrastructures and applications to Bechtle Clouds
- Technologies used: MS Azure, Azure AVD, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Intune, Autopilot, Meraki vMX Firewall, and Bechtle Smart Workplace
- Improved and documented project-related processes
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Project Management Professional (PMP) statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
3 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
92%
Master's degree or higher
72%
Doctorate
11%
Certifications per freelancer
6
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
99%
Based on our profile pool as of 10 Sep 2026.
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.
Average rates for Project Management Professional (PMP)
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.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 10 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Project Management Professional (PMP) experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (77%)
- Professional Services (61%)
- Manufacturing (53%)
- Banking and Finance (43%)
- Automotive (42%)
- Telecommunication (34%)
- Energy (29%)
- Retail (27%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the certification
What PMP means
Project Management Professional, or PMP, is the best-known certification from the Project Management Institute for experienced project leaders. It signals that a professional can plan, guide, and control projects in a structured way across different industries and delivery models.
What it validates
A PMP holder is expected to understand how to keep a project aligned from start to finish. That includes:
- defining scope and deliverables
- building and managing schedules
- handling budget, risk, quality, and change
- leading stakeholders and project teams
- choosing the right way to work for the situation
The PMP is valued because it blends method, judgment, and leadership. It is not limited to one tool or one sector.
Typical holders
You often see PMP certification on profiles of project managers, program leads, PMO specialists, delivery managers, and senior consultants. Many hold it after years of hands-on work and use it to show that they can manage demanding projects with discipline and clear communication.
Knowledge behind it
The certification reflects practical knowledge across planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. It also covers working with people, managing uncertainty, and adapting the approach when a project needs predictive, agile, or hybrid methods.
- integration and governance
- team leadership and communication
- stakeholder management
- risk, issue, and change control
- agile and hybrid delivery concepts
What it means for employers
When you hire a freelancer with PMP, you are looking at someone who should be comfortable with complex coordination and clear reporting. That matters in transformation work, product launches, system implementations, process changes, and programs with many moving parts.
For companies in Germany and other international markets, PMP is especially useful when teams work across functions, sites, or languages. It helps when you need a freelancer who can bring order to a project without slowing it down.
Preparation and renewal
PMP preparation is usually demanding and theory-heavy, but it is grounded in real project experience. Candidates are expected to know project practices well before they sit the exam. After certification, PMI requires ongoing professional development to keep the credential active, which supports current methods and continued learning.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Project Management Professional (PMP)? Start with the answers below.
The PMP shows that a freelancer has been tested on structured project management, not just on job title or years in the field. It points to skill in planning, coordination, stakeholder handling, and keeping delivery under control. For employers, that usually means less guesswork when the project is complex.
Yes. Project Management Professional is the full name, and PMP is the common abbreviation used in job ads and profiles. If someone says they are PMP certified, they usually mean the PMI credential.
PMP is broader than most method-specific certifications. It focuses on project leadership across predictive, agile, and hybrid approaches, while PRINCE2 is more process-driven and many Agile certifications are centered on a single way of working. Companies often choose PMP when they want a freelancer who can adapt to the project, not force the project into one framework.
The PMP fits experienced project managers, delivery leads, PMO professionals, and consultants who already work with scope, timelines, risks, and stakeholders. It is less about entry-level knowledge and more about proving mature project practice. If a freelancer will lead coordination across teams, PMP is a strong signal.
A PMP-certified freelancer is useful on projects with many dependencies, changing priorities, or tight governance. That includes technology rollouts, process improvement, organizational change, product launches, and cross-functional transformation work. It also helps when several stakeholders need one clear point of control.
Before pursuing PMP, a candidate should already have real project experience and be comfortable with structured planning and team coordination. The exam expects solid understanding of project principles, not just theory memorized from a course. Many candidates prepare by connecting the content to projects they have already managed or supported.
The Project Management Professional credential is maintained through ongoing professional development with PMI. In practice, that means earning and reporting continuing education activities over time. It keeps the certification tied to current project management practice rather than a one-time exam result.
Yes, PMP is often useful when teams are distributed or work across borders. The certification emphasizes communication, stakeholder alignment, and disciplined control, which matter even more when people are not in one room. In Germany and similar markets, it can also be a good signal for companies that need clear English project communication.
The average hourly rate for freelancers with Project Management Professional (PMP) is 117 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 933 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers with Project Management Professional (PMP), 92% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 72% hold at least a Master's degree, and 11% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers with Project Management Professional (PMP) have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers with Project Management Professional (PMP) are German (100%), English (98%), and French (29%).
The most common industries among freelancers with Project Management Professional (PMP) are Information Technology (77%), Professional Services (61%), and Manufacturing (53%).
The most common business areas among freelancers with Project Management Professional (PMP) are Project Management (96%), Information Technology (85%), and Operations (69%).
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