Gerhard Kolar - Senior Project Manager and Site Manager

Q: Where is Gerhard based?

Gerhard is based in Wissen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Gerhard speak?

Gerhard speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Gerhard have?

Gerhard has at least 28 years of experience. During this time, Gerhard has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 13 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 2 months . Note that Gerhard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Gerhard's latest experience?

Gerhard's most recent position is Senior Project Manager and Site Manager at HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH .

Q: What companies has Gerhard worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Gerhard has worked for HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH , Arvato Systems GmbH , BWI GmbH , and Drillisch AG .

Q: Which industries is Gerhard most experienced in?

Gerhard is most experienced in industries like Telecommunication , Information Technology , and Manufacturing . Gerhard also has some experience in Government and Administration , Aerospace and Defense , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Gerhard most experienced in?

Gerhard is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology , and Operations . Gerhard also has some experience in Production , Finance , and Quality Assurance .

Q: Which industries has Gerhard worked in recently?

Gerhard has recently worked in industries like Information Technology , Government and Administration , and Aerospace and Defense .

Q: Which business areas has Gerhard worked in recently?

Gerhard has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology , and Finance .

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Wissen, Germany

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Experience

Jul 2024 - Present

1 year 11 months

Oberkochen, Germany

Senior Project Manager and Site Manager

HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH

Setup of the data center in Oberkochen (defence sector)
Planning the fiber optic ring, simulating Wi-Fi coverage
Cable layout plan for WAN and LAN cables for office and production (infrastructure)
Adapting the SAP system (R3) for the Oberkochen site (software)
IT transformation of the SAP system to SAP HANA
Planning network infrastructure and server technologies in the SAP environment
Pre-sales support and building change management
Independent coordination of utilities according to time, budget, and quality
Project mapping in MS Project and ServiceNow
Development and design of hardware and software
Demand management and portfolio management
Creation of a risk register and migration plan
Preparation of payment documentation in coordination with finance and commercial functions
Budget: 5 million - 34 FTE

Dec 2023 - Jun 2024

7 months

Gütersloh, Germany

Senior Project Manager

Arvato Systems GmbH

Transition/migration of the AOK health insurance from the data center to the Arvato Cloud for the Oscare area (SAP environment → HANA, Blade, Super Dom HBE560) with 3200 servers
Enhancement of project methodology by identifying and evaluating optimization opportunities to shorten bid turnaround times
Pre-sales support
Conceptual work in the proposal phase focusing on IT infrastructure topics
Independent coordination of (sub-)projects for external customers in the utilities sector according to time, budget, and quality
Onboarding and transition projects for new customers focusing on IT infrastructure and networking
IT transformation and optimization projects for existing customers
Planning network infrastructure and server technologies in the SAP environment
Managing project teams and external partners
Budget: 15 million - 42 FTE

Jan 2022 - Dec 2023

2 years

Meckenheim, Germany

Senior Project Manager

BWI GmbH

Support for the system maintenance harmonization project for information systems
Analyzing customer requests and creating service descriptions
Evolving project methodology by identifying and evaluating optimization opportunities to shorten bid turnaround times
Creating project progress reports by transferring and consolidating information from ongoing projects using client guidelines
Budget control for the assigned project
Conducting performance reviews for delivered services
Managing and controlling contract changes in ongoing projects based on change requests from the responsible project manager
Preparing payment justification documents in coordination with finance and commercial functions
Communicating with clients and subcontractors to meet contractual obligations in collaboration with the responsible project manager
Representing the project in committees and preparing for these meetings as needed
Preparing project escalations
Quality management in the project according to the program's QA manual

Jan 2021 - Nov 2021

11 months

Maintal, Germany

Senior Project Manager

Drillisch AG

Building the infrastructure for DSL market launch
Developing and designing hardware and software
Managing IQ Optimize → system house for Drillisch
Coordinating work packages at 1&1 AG
Managing and commissioning VERSATEL
Liaising with the regulatory authority
Data protection and security, monitoring project progress
Technical review of supplier organizations
Daily tracking of each organization
Demand and portfolio management
Building a risk register and migration plan
Developing and documenting new business processes for Drillisch (ARIS, JIRA)
Creating the communication matrix, including status reports for stakeholders
Managing and coordinating project resources
Defining and implementing IT services
De-escalation, crisis management, and technical review management
Developing a service concept, vendor management
Controlling schedules, quality, and budget
Budget: 10 million - 7 FTE

May 2020 - Dec 2020

8 months

Senior Project Manager

Zentralstelle für die Weiterbildung im Handwerk (ZWH)

Requirements and design of the HubGrade learning platform
Managing the public tender process (WebUnits)
Requirements and design of the learning platform (JavaScript)
Requirements and design of PI/PO
Requirements and design of ESB (Enterprise Service Bus, WebSphere)
Coordinating the individual chambers of craft trades
Coordinating public sector stakeholders
Creating a migration concept for ZWH
Digital vendor management, digitalization contracts with ERP system
Developing and designing hardware
Managing the transformation process
Designing and building a service desk (JIRA)
Budget: 1.5 million - 4 FTE

May 2018 - Apr 2020

2 years

Münster, Germany

Senior Project Manager

Deutsche Funkturm GmbH

Implementation of transition to the new service provider STRABAG for ISS
Requirements gathering and design for SAP (HANA, RE-FX, UI5, ERP)
Requirements gathering and design for Tririga (IBM, ISS)
Requirements gathering and design for PI/PO (SAP, DFMG)
Requirements gathering and design for ESB (Enterprise Service Bus, WebSphere)
Requirements gathering and design for BIS (Inventory Information System, DFMG)
Created a migration concept for DFMG
Digital vendor management, contract digitization with ERP system
Developed and documented DFMG business processes (ARIS, VISIO)
Monitoring and reporting with Clarity, created test concept
Identified and implemented innovation initiatives (e.g., robotics, sensor technology)
Reduced overall facility management costs and improved workflow efficiency, energy efficiency, and service quality
Implemented construction processes (radio sites)
Set up operations (IFM/TFM) for radio sites
Accelerated and streamlined approval process for radio sites
Budget: 18 million – 19 FTE

Mar 2017 - Apr 2018

1 year 2 months

Senior Project Manager

DFMG GmbH

Built the inventory and information system (BIS) for DFMG client
Developed and specified SAP (Persona, Fiori, HANA) and Oracle
Developed and specified ESB WebSphere and web services
Developed and specified interfaces (96 interfaces)
Developed and specified workflows (JavaScript)
Redesigned and verified geo data (Esri GIS system)
Conducted reviews of supplied TSI units and Aequitas GmbH
Reviewed the project after Zero Outage
Monitoring and reporting with Clarity/Omnitracker, created test concept
Conducted technical reviews of supplied operations
Designed and set up a service desk (JIRA)
Defined and implemented IT services
De-escalation, crisis management, and technical review management
Monitored and controlled project specifications
Created the communication matrix including status reports
Managed and coordinated project resources
Budget: 5 million – 8 FTE

Aug 2016 - Jan 2017

6 months

Bonn, Germany

Senior Project Manager

T-Systems Multimedia Solutions GmbH

Set up infrastructure for DPDHL for smart scanners
Developed and designed hardware
Reviewed the project against Zero Outage, data protection, and security
Conducted technical reviews of supplied operations
Performed daily tracking of individual suppliers
Demand management and portfolio management with Clarity/Omnitracker
Set up a risk register and migration plan
Budget: 5 million – 9 FTE

Mar 2015 - May 2016

1 year 3 months

Neckarsulm, Germany

Senior Project Manager

Bechtle AG

Client management (Microsoft groupware solutions)
Application and storage management
Built infrastructure and network, mobile device management
Logistically managed rollout at individual sites (HW and SW)
Developed a service concept, vendor management
Selected and filled ITIL roles
Designed and set up a service desk
Defined IT services and processes with Omnitracker
Created test concept
Budget: 6 million – 12 FTE

Nov 2012 - Feb 2015

2 years 4 months

Darmstadt, Germany

Project Manager

T-Systems International

OS migration project WIN7 for 35,000 users
Solution design for the IT server farm (IBM)
Analyzed requirements from technical and commercial perspectives
Optimized the server farm solution concept, including pilots
Migration projects in technical operations and service
Stakeholder management

Sep 2000 - Dec 2011

11 years 4 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Project Manager

Deutsche Telekom AG

Leading, organizing, and coordinating migration projects
Monitoring progress of system projects
Controlling schedule, quality, and budget
Using Omnitracker as the basis for processes

Jan 1998 - Sep 2000

2 years 9 months

Frankfurt, Germany

REFA Specialist in Order Control

DeTeSystem

Conducting time studies, ergonomic workstation design
Process engineering and production management

Dec 1996 - Dec 1997

1 year 1 month

Ebersdorf bei Coburg, Germany

Head of Work Preparation

Empe Systemlieferant

ROI calculations and investment purchasing, vendor management
Setting production performance targets for REFA-based compensation
Project responsibility for BMW E39 production facilities

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Telecommunication, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Government and Administration, Aerospace and Defense, and Automotive.

Telecommunication

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Government and Administration

Aerospace and Defense

Automotive

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Information Technology, Operations, Production, Finance, and Quality Assurance.

Project Management

Information Technology

Operations

Production

Finance

Quality Assurance

Summary

As a result-oriented and action-driven project manager with experience in various industries, I take on challenges, develop solutions, and ensure sustainable implementation. I always create efficient and innovative solutions by combining professional and methodological skills, focusing on customer satisfaction, all involved parties, and economic efficiency. Through loyalty, persuasiveness, sustainability, and flexibility in my approach, I successfully find solutions even in difficult situations. Data are the oil of the 21st century, and digitalization is the refinery.

Skills

Development And Introduction Of New Methods For Implementing Digitalization Projects
Digital Vendor Management, Digitalization Contracts With Iss'S Erp System
Long-Term Successful Project Manager In Incident Management Using Kepner-Tregoe (Kt), Requirements Management, And Change Management For Business Processes And Organization, Including Implementing The Tom Model
Many Years Of Experience In Operational Team Leadership With Strong Execution Based On Solution-Oriented And Pragmatic Actions, As Well As A Solid Mix Of Technical, Methodological, And Analytical Skills And Expertise In Data Protection And Security
Solid Leadership Experience And Management Of Projects In National And International Teams Through A Mix Of Goal Orientation, Motivation, Conceptual Strength, And Persuasiveness
Building Complex Infrastructures, Hybrid Cloud Infrastructures, And Complex Networks
Valued Team Player With Open Communication And Strong Customer Focus
With My It, Project, And Methodological Skills, I Lead Efficient And Effective Digital Solutions, From Itil Service Management To Cmmi And Automotive Spice
Broad It Know-How, Especially In Software (Aris / Uml / Ibm Aix / Oracle, Ms, And Cloud Systems), Mdm (Master Data Management), And Sap (E.G., Mm, Pm, Fico, Re-Fx, Ui5, Fs-Cd, Icm, Hana, Erp), Adobe Indesign, Esb, And Hana
Strategic Roadmapping And Ranking, Prioritizing Projects In Portfolios By Defined Criteria Using Clarity. Setting Up Web Units And Necessary Javascript
It Knowledge Of Infrastructure Solutions (Lan/Wan), Pi/Po Design (Data Hub), Databases, Storage, Applications, Customer Segment Business Processes, And Websphere. Omnitracker As A Base System For Processes
Establishing Stakeholder Management And Microsoft Groupware Solutions
Nearshore And Offshore Competencies For It And Manufacturing In Kosice, Hungary, India
Design, Implementation, And Piloting Of Internet Of Things (Iot) And Big Data Solutions
Transition And Virtualization With Vmware, Hcx, Nsx, Mon, Policy Routing For Kisa, Dmz, Ms Exchange, Cisco
Project Management: Prince2, Pmp (Pmi), Scrum Master, Iapm, Itil, Cmmi/Spice, Jira And Confluence, Redmine, V-Model, Din 69938 Deletion
Aris-Abc, Aris-Bsc, Openproject 1.4, Peoplesoft, Websphere, Mobileiron, Limesurvey
Windows 7 To 11, Aix, Dcs, Crm (Siebel/Ibm), Cms, Oracle, Novell Suse, Opensuse, Cisco, Alcatel, Heat (Frontrange) Software Distribution And Patch Management, Sap Document Presentment, Adobe Indesign, Portfolio And Resource Management With Clarity.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Nov 1992 - Aug 1995

REFA Zentrum Darmstadt/Dortmund

REFA business economist, specialization in Industrial Engineering · REFA business economist, specialization in Industrial Engineering · Darmstadt, Germany · 2.0

Mar 1991 - Nov 1991

REFA Zentrum Schweinfurt

REFA technician for work study & business organization · REFA technician for work study & business organization · Schweinfurt, Germany · 2.0

Sep 1990 - Aug 1994

Tecnische Universität Sankt Gallen

Diploma in Business Administration, Economics · Diploma in Business Administration, Economics · Teufen, Switzerland · 1.8

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Certifications & licenses

Security clearance Ü1

Federal Office for Equipment and IT of the Bundeswehr

PRINCE2 Practitioner Examination Re-certification

Certified Senior Agile Project Manager

IAPM

Digitalization Manager

IHK Certificate

Certified Senior Project Manager

IAPM

IT Project Leader/Manager CeLS-Assessment

CMMI/ Automotive SPICE Certificate (2.5 &3.0)

ITIL 2011 V3 Foundation Certificate

PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner Examination

Kepner Tregoe (KT) Certificate (Resolve Incident & Problem Management)

Scrum Master, NovaTec / International Project Management

Qualification series PM Expert (PPE)

PMP-Examination (PMI)

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 13

Experience in Telecommunication 14 y

Avg length 2 y 1 m

Longest experience 11 y 3 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Senior Project Manager and Site Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Manager

Main industries Telecommunication, Information Technology, Manufacturing

Main business areas Project Management, Information Technology, Operations

Qualifications

Highest degree Bachelor

Certifications earned 13

Profile

Created

February 2026

Last Update

May 2026

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Where is Gerhard based?

Gerhard is based in Wissen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Gerhard speak?

Gerhard speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Gerhard have?

Gerhard has at least 28 years of experience. During this time, Gerhard has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 13 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 2 months. Note that Gerhard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Gerhard be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Gerhard would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Project Manager and Site Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Manager.

What is Gerhard's latest experience?

Gerhard's most recent position is Senior Project Manager and Site Manager at HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH.

What companies has Gerhard worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Gerhard has worked for HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH, Arvato Systems GmbH, BWI GmbH, and Drillisch AG.

Which industries is Gerhard most experienced in?

Gerhard is most experienced in industries like Telecommunication, Information Technology, and Manufacturing. Gerhard also has some experience in Government and Administration, Aerospace and Defense, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Gerhard most experienced in?

Gerhard is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology, and Operations. Gerhard also has some experience in Production, Finance, and Quality Assurance.

Which industries has Gerhard worked in recently?

Gerhard has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Government and Administration, and Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas has Gerhard worked in recently?

Gerhard has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology, and Finance.

What is Gerhard's education?

Gerhard holds a Bachelor in REFA business economist, specialization in Industrial Engineering from REFA Zentrum Darmstadt/Dortmund.

Does Gerhard have any certificates?

Gerhard has 13 certificates. Among them, these include: Security clearance Ü1, PRINCE2 Practitioner Examination Re-certification, and Certified Senior Agile Project Manager.

What is the availability of Gerhard?

Gerhard will be available full-time from May 2026.

What is the rate of Gerhard?

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