Herbert Zimmermann - Senior Project Manager

Q: Where is Herbert based?

Herbert is based in Graz, Austria and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Herbert speak?

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

Q: What is Herbert's latest experience?

Herbert's most recent position is Senior Project Manager .

Q: What is Herbert's education?

Herbert holds a Master in Business Administration and a Bachelor in Finance & Controlling .

Q: How to hire Herbert?

To hire Herbert, click the Meet button on the profile to request a meeting and discuss your project needs.

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Valencia, Spain

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Barcelona, Spain

Senior Project Manager

Several years of professional stay in a key region to secure market presence and expand business units.
Responsible management of complex projects from concept to successful implementation.

Sales Manager & Sales Engineer

Leading sales teams and steering sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
Acting as the interface between engineering and sales; responsible for selling complex technical products and solutions.
Building and maintaining long-term relationships with key accounts, focusing on revenue growth and customer satisfaction.
Extensive international business travel in Europe, North, Central and South America, North Africa, the Middle East, China and Southeast Asia.
Building global business relationships.

Water Treatment Specialist

DHTECO

Development and sales of water softening systems.

Energy Technology Specialist

Elin Transformatoren

Manufacture of large transformers and other components for power transmission.
Management of complex, interdisciplinary large-scale energy projects, from design through commissioning.
Specialist in commissioning and optimization of plants and systems.

Graz, Austria

Managing Director & Business Consultant

HZ Consulting

Responsible for the strategic and operational management of the entire company.
Analysis and optimization of business processes and strategies, as well as managing complex projects.
Overall responsibility for the company's strategic direction, business development, and operations control.
Conceptualization, founding, and development of startups, from the business idea to market launch.
Leading and executing company acquisitions and joint venture projects (e.g., in China), including due diligence, negotiations, and post-merger integration.
Decision-making and execution of site relocations and new setups, from analysis to successful commissioning.
Leading restructuring and turnaround projects to sustainably improve profitability and competitiveness.
Planning and implementing comprehensive organizational development measures to optimize structures and processes.
Building and maintaining long-term relationships with key clients, focusing on revenue growth and customer satisfaction.
Implementing operational excellence programs to increase efficiency, productivity, and quality.
Introducing ERP systems and developing e-commerce strategies, including implementing online product configurators and designing the web presence.
Responsible for budgeting, financial planning, and preparing the annual financial statements (LLC).
Leading and developing teams as well as establishing and managing international business units.

Valve Specialist in Water Technology

Hawle

Manufacturing and sales of various components for water infrastructure such as sluice gates, flap valves, couplings, fittings, valves, and hydrants.

Modular Swimming Facilities Specialist

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Designing and building modular swimming facilities for industrial applications and leisure facilities.

Expert in Industrial Tools

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Trading and sales of industrial tools for woodworking.

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Expert in Industrial Logistics Systems

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Designing and implementing plant systems for industrial logistics.

Expert in Flexible Packaging Solutions

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Skills

Managing Director: Responsible For The Strategic And Operational Management Of The Entire Company.
Management Consultant: Analyzing And Optimizing Business Processes And Strategies, As Well As Leading Complex Projects.
Sales Manager: Leading Sales Teams And Steering Sales Strategies To Achieve Revenue Targets.
Sales Engineer: Interface Between Engineering And Sales; Responsible For Selling Complex Technical Products And Solutions.
Project Manager: Taking Full Responsibility For The Successful Planning And Execution Of Projects.
Commissioning Engineer: Expert In The Technical Commissioning And Optimization Of Plants And Systems.
Water Treatment: Development And Sales Of Water Softening Systems.
Modular Swimming Facilities: Design And Construction Of Modular Swimming Systems For Industrial Applications And Leisure Facilities.
Water Technology Valves: Manufacture And Sale Of Components For Water Infrastructure (Gate Valves, Flaps, Fittings, Connections, Valves, Hydrants, Etc.).
Packaging Materials & Systems: Production And Trading Of Flexible Packaging, Cartons And Packaging Paper.
Special Packaging: Manufacturing Customized Packaging Solutions For Various Industries.
Energy Technology: Production Of Large Transformers And Other Components For Power Transmission.
Industrial Tools: Trading And Distribution Of Industrial Woodworking Tools.
Logistics & Plant Technology: Design And Implementation Of Plant Systems For Industrial Logistics.
International Management Experience: Extensive International Business Travel With Insights Into Business Practices And Markets In Europe, North, Central And South America, North Africa, The Middle East, China And Southeast Asia.
Building Global Business Relationships: Establishing And Maintaining Business Relationships Across A Broad Range Of Markets.
International Projects And Market Presence: Several Years Of Professional Stays In Key Regions Such As Pittsburgh (Usa), Buenos Aires, Barcelona And Valencia To Secure Market Presence And Expand Business Units.
Cultural Competence: Long-term International Work Assignments Strengthened Intercultural Skills And Understanding Of Global Business Strategies.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

Education

Executive Master of Business Administration · Business Administration

Postgraduate Management · Management

Finance & Controlling

...and 2 more

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 16

Global Experience

Countries worked in 4 (Spain, Argentina, United States, Austria)

Primary country Spain

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

August 2025

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Where is Herbert based?

Herbert is based in Graz, Austria and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Herbert speak?

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

What roles would Herbert be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Herbert would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Project Manager, Sales Manager & Sales Engineer, Water Treatment Specialist.

What is Herbert's latest experience?

Herbert's most recent position is Senior Project Manager.

What is Herbert's education?

Herbert holds a Master in Business Administration and a Bachelor in Finance & Controlling.

What is the availability of Herbert?

Herbert is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Herbert?

Herbert's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.