IT Project Manager in Berlin
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Chris Wolf
Last position:
Senior Strategy Advisor, Transformation Lead – program realignment with target picture, governance, and priority steering at Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe | S-Communication Services
In-house consulting provider and driver of transformation within the group, multi-stakeholder environment and C-level.
Realignment and stabilization of a cross-functional transformation and scaling program within the group. Sharpening the target picture, priorities, and set of measures, as well as building reliable governance, planning, and steering structures. Structuring roles, responsibilities, and strategic initiatives while including AI and IT automation ideas.
Designed program realignment and project portfolio management
Developed strategy model and target picture for IT projects
Structured portfolio, roadmap, and priorities
Established governance and regular meetings
Worked out operating model for flagship projects
Assessed AI and automation ideas
Clarified roles and responsibilities
Implemented change measures
Developed, moderated, and evaluated workshops
Transformed 17 initiatives into a steering model
Increased transparency and decision-making ability
Strengthened commitment in steering
Sharpened the operating model structurally
Integrated three top-5 institutes
Involved over 80% of stakeholders
Governance
Portfolio steering (PPM)
Change management
Artificial intelligence
Workflow automation
AI use case assessment
Confluence
Jira
Stakeholder management
Broder Feddersen
Last position:
Program Manager - IT Networks Service Management and Transition at Die Autobahn GmbH des Bundes
Managing the further development of IT network service management
Overall leadership of the transition, consulting on the transition of IT network services
IT coordination of a tender in the area of IT network services
For (3) Further development of IT network service management Managing follow-up work for the transition (including setup of issue management) Managing and monitoring the performance of external service providers Consulting and managing the further development of IT network service management (processes, procedures, organization, tools)
For (2) Transition of IT network services Overall leadership of the transition (transfer of operational responsibility for IT network services to an IT service provider) Definition and setup of transition governance Planning and tracking of milestones, dependencies and cutover windows Managing the preparation, achieving operational readiness & process/tool integration Carrying out service handovers (cutover, parallel run, stabilization) Ensuring risk management, progress tracking, steering committee and management reporting, stakeholder management
For (1) IT coordination of the IT network services tender Managing all IT work streams of an IT network tender Coordinating the creation of all service descriptions IT review / evaluation of offers IT representative in bidder talks/negotiations Creating presentations/decision papers
Sandra Weber
Last position:
Lecturer in Digital Transformation at FOM University of Applied Sciences
- Teaching knowledge about modern technologies
- Interactive teaching using tools such as miro
Yahya Sabi
Last position:
Odoo Software Developer & Consultant at KNAUER Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH
- Planning and implementing tailored Odoo ERP solutions to support and optimize specific business processes
- Configuring and customizing Odoo modules according to individual customer requirements, including process automation and data integration
- Training and supporting end users and administrators to ensure full use of Odoo features and to enhance user skills
- Providing ongoing post-implementation support, including troubleshooting, maintenance and updates to adapt to new business requirements
- Migrating data and integrating external applications into Odoo environments for a seamless, unified data landscape
- Analyzing and improving existing Odoo systems to boost efficiency and optimize the user experience
Daniel Karge
Last position:
Technical Project Manager & Interim Manager at Remmert GmbH
- Project volume in €: ~15 million
- Number of employees: 8
- Managing strategic projects & leading procurement
- Outsourcing standard products abroad
- Process optimization in quality management
- Interim manager for purchasing & procurement
- Planning and implementation of optimization measures
- Material flow in production
- Warehouse management
- Process automation
Albrecht Noack
Last position:
Senior Project Manager IT at HAYS Technology Solutions GmbH
- Leasing, lifecycle and process management for Apple iPhones, maintenance and expansion of the MDM system, coordination of leasing, device integration into DEP and MDM, followed by a rollout and hardware swap process, plus a BYOD and Android option
- Migration of the IT ticket system from ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus to Atlassian Jira Service Management: project management, definition of ticket types, seamless execution according to a detailed timeline, user communication, decommissioning of the old system
- Project lead: SAP interface in workforce management to automate reading of working hours
- Sub-project lead for inventory software EZO AssetSonar: demand management, software selection, procurement
Mücahit Yilmaz
Last position:
Managing Director & IT Freelancer at Tenero Digital UG
- IT consulting and freelance IT project management
- Projects in administrative support (process documentation, reporting & analysis)
- Moderation of workshops for clients in the education sector
Ertan Doganci
Last position:
IT Project Manager - freelancer at Digiply GmbH
Mateusz Pychynski
Last position:
IT Project Manager at Universal Investment
- Led infrastructure and security integration project for Private Equity acquisition, reducing security vulnerabilities through streamlined governance.
- Restructured resource allocation for strategic projects, enhancing governance through automated tracking and reporting to executive stakeholders.
Sebastian Müller
Last position:
Technical IT Project Manager, Freelance IT Consultant at Own Business
- Served as IT project manager and Scrum Master
- Consulted on IT security
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IT Project Managers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
17 years (Germany: 23 years)
Position duration
3 years (Germany: 5.4 years)
Positions per freelancer
10 (Germany: 15)
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Manufacturing, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 89%)
Master's degree or higher
100% (Germany: 57%)
Certifications per freelancer
3 (Germany: 4)
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100% (Germany: 96%)
Based on our profile pool as of 26 Aug 2026.
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About the role
Navigating Berlin's Digital Transformation
Berlin has evolved into a global hub for both hyper-growth startups and established enterprise offices undergoing digital shifts. In this fast-paced ecosystem, a skilled coordinator is essential to bridge the gap between business strategy and technical execution. These professionals guide local development teams, align international stakeholders, and ensure that software releases, infrastructure upgrades, and system integrations stay on track.
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables
Experienced coordinators bring structure to complex technological undertakings by producing clear, actionable outputs throughout the project lifecycle.
- Defining project scope, milestones, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Facilitating agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives.
- Managing budgets, vendor relationships, and third-party integrations.
- Delivering status reports and alignment documentation for C-level executives.
- Ensuring compliance with European data security laws such as GDPR.
Essential Methodologies and Tools
Successful professionals adapt their approach to your organizational culture, whether that requires pure Agile frameworks, traditional Waterfall planning, or hybrid methodologies. They are highly proficient with modern collaboration tools like Jira, Confluence, and Asana, and possess a strong understanding of technical concepts, from cloud architectures to DevOps pipelines. This technical literacy allows them to communicate effectively with developers, QA engineers, and system architects alike.
The Value of Freelance Experts in Berlin
Bringing in an external coordinator on a contract basis offers immediate flexibility and specialized knowledge for critical transitions. Whether you are launching a new digital product or migrating legacy systems to the cloud, an interim leader provides an objective perspective free from internal politics. Berlin’s international talent pool excels in multilingual environments, easily steering projects in English and German to keep diverse teams aligned.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about IT Project Managers — answered in short.
An IT Project Manager coordinates complex technology projects, aligning cross-functional teams to deliver software, cloud migrations, or infrastructure upgrades. In the local market, they often manage international, bilingual teams and ensure that digital initiatives align with business goals while staying on schedule and budget.
While a Scrum Master focuses on team dynamics and removing development obstacles within the Scrum framework, an Agile Project Manager holds a broader strategic view. They manage budgets, handle stakeholder communication, assess risks, and ensure the overall project aligns with the company’s high-level business objectives.
A competent IT Project Lead is highly skilled in tracking and collaboration tools such as Jira, Confluence, and MS Project. They should also understand modern development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud environments like AWS or Azure to communicate effectively with technical teams.
Hiring a freelance IT Project Manager allows you to bring in specialized expertise for specific, time-limited initiatives like cloud migrations or system rollouts. Freelancers offer immediate availability, objective industry perspectives, and the flexibility to scale down once the project reaches successful completion.
Many companies adopt a hybrid model, combining remote planning with selective onsite workshops at the Berlin office for key milestones. A freelance Technical Project Manager can easily adapt to your preferred setup, utilizing digital collaboration tools to keep remote and distributed teams fully aligned.
You can assess a freelance IT PM by reviewing their past successful deliveries, certifications like PMP or Prince2, and their adaptability to different tech stacks. A strong candidate demonstrates clear communication, proactive risk management, and the ability to quickly integrate into existing team structures.
Yes, an experienced IT Project Manager is highly valuable during complex legacy migrations, as they specialize in risk mitigation and phased transitions. They map out dependencies, coordinate downtime windows, and ensure minimal disruption to daily business operations during critical infrastructure shifts.
Because Berlin is a global tech hub, almost every IT Project Manager in Berlin is expected to speak fluent English, which is the primary language of many development teams. Depending on your stakeholders and local regulatory requirements, proficiency in German can also be a significant advantage for coordinating with local entities.
The average hourly rate for IT Project Managers in Berlin is 117 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 934 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as IT Project Managers in Berlin, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 100% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers working as IT Project Managers in Berlin have 17 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as IT Project Managers in Berlin are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (20%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as IT Project Managers in Berlin are Information Technology (100%), Manufacturing (60%), and Professional Services (60%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as IT Project Managers in Berlin are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Operations (90%).
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