Project Manager
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Marco Steidel
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 promote digitalization in the company in the areas of: property management, CRM, invoice review & approval processes, smart metering, DMS, time tracking
- Digitization of file folders and introduction of SharePoint and Microsoft Teams as the central document & communication platform
- Design and delivery of AI workshops 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
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
Onur Kayir
Last position:
Project Manager & Outsourcing Manager at SENEC GmbH (EnBW Group)
- Building a scalable nearshore IT developer hub (Croatia, Czech Republic, Poland) as an independent company using a BOT model (Build – Operate – Transfer)
- Identifying, selecting, and managing full-service agencies; introducing governance and control mechanisms including KPIs, SLAs, and regular service reviews
- Creating and reviewing data processing agreements and framework contracts in coordination with Legal & Compliance; integrating regulatory requirements (including KRITIS) into process design
- Advising on cloud-vs.-on-premise strategies, data storage, and authorization concepts; supporting procurement with tendering and vendor evaluations
- Change management and process harmonization between internal teams and nearshore partners; reporting to management board, CFO, and CIO
Result: Scalable IT developer hub with an audit-proof governance model, lower operating costs, and faster product development.
Peter Sachs-Witzel
Last position:
Project Manager for SAP GTS Trade Services, edition for SAP 4/HANA at ETENGO AG
- Creation of detailed concepts for all relevant GTS modules (compliance, pricing, customs clearance, Intrastat, preferences)
- Planning and conducting workshops, including scheduling and documentation
- Development and consulting of the organisational structure and its master data
- Setup and customisation of compliance functions: sanctions list review, embargo, legal control, US re-export
- Uploading and maintaining sanction and commodity lists
- Implementation and validation of integration tests
- Setup and customisation of the modules: pricing (including uploading of customs tariff numbers and STAWN data), customs clearance (including application for test operation with customs), Intrastat and preferences (including preference calculation and LLEs)
- Development and presentation of prototypes
- Derivation of insights for the final concept
Vadim Romanenko
Last position:
Senior Business Analyst – Digital Products & Risk at Deutsche Landesbank
- Analysis, structuring, and prioritization of complex business and stakeholder requirements for a business-critical limit and risk system.
- Translation of business requirements into backlog items, user stories, acceptance criteria, and end-to-end scenarios.
- Facilitation of structured workshops and refinements with business, development, and QA to clarify complex issues and derive actionable product and system requirements.
- Optimization of requirements, testing, and quality processes, including automation, data quality, and CI/CD-related workflows.
- Discovery and evaluation of AI/GenAI use cases in terms of user and business value, data basis, feasibility, and potential capability impact.
Ornel Franck Wora Yeno
Last position:
Purchasing Manager, Logistics & IT Manager at Onlinehandler
Proactive support of management in business field development & innovation management
New development of a suite of business applications for analyzing valuation, P&L, and market price risk data
Automation of all internal and external business and work processes
Development of AI-based and AI-supported ETL processes as well as data analysis
Business use-case development
Business and work process optimization
Enterprise architecture management
Sales data analysis and forecasting as well as capture
Inventory management & reordering
Supplier management and communication
Customs processing & clearance
Shipping handling & warehouse coordination
Interface management
Technologies used: Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, JTL-Wawi, JTL-WMS, OTTO Partner Connect (OPC), Amazon Seller Central, DHL Global Forwarding, Jira, Draw.IO, Java (8,17,21,25), Jenkins, SonarQube, Git, Gitea, Spring Boot, Spring Batch, Vaadin, H2, PostgreSQL, Docker, Local LLMs, Postman, JasperSoft Studio, JasperReports
Sebastian Zwiesler
Last position:
CRM Consultant at Adevinta / kleinanzeigen.de
- Goal: Development and optimization of loyalty and CRM measures for a leading e-commerce platform
- Solution: Identification of promising users, increase in engagement, and long-term retention to drive revenue growth
- Definition of local CRM direct communication for specific segments
- Translation of research insights into actionable recommendations
- Planning and implementation of CRM campaigns in close collaboration with marketing and product teams
- Identification of optimization potential in direct communication
- Collaboration with external agencies on creative solutions, prototyping, and UAT
- Measurement and reporting of key KPIs
Matthias Schneider
Last position:
Overall Project Coordinator at Bundeswehr Informatik (BWI GmbH)
- PMO lead for Security Clearance 2 (SÜ2) cleared
- Reporting to sub-program management GMN
- System maintenance 25+
- Functional control and coordination of Jira setup
- Preparation of decision papers (e.g. project planning, steering model, communication plans, controlling models, role and responsibility matrices)
- Development of program-wide knowledge management using Confluence, creation of Jira concept
- Development of an access concept for all project tools
- Analyzing existing processes, identifying improvement potential, and designing solutions to increase efficiency and effectiveness
- Development of a concept for introducing automation approaches in existing tools
- Creating intranet articles as project marketing
- Responsible for project governance through reporting and resource planning in the sub-program
- Agile further development of the project method
- Gathering customer requirements (requirements engineering)
- Preparation and support of contract negotiations (7-year term, budget of over 500 million)
Thomas Polanski
Last position:
Project Manager & Product Owner – M&A Integration at voxa c/o IC Music and Apparel GmbH
- Project management of the legal and system-side integration of Taschenkaufhaus into the Voxa group: conversion of all contracts, accounts, and system access rights on the defined cutover date
- Migration from Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 to 2013: analysis of all existing interfaces, redefinition of processes, and coordinated go-live without interrupting operations
- Integration of the complaints and returns process into MS Dynamics NAV 2013; major process simplification through standardization
- Introduction of a new POS system (Shopify POS) in all stores: requirements analysis, configuration, rollout, and employee training
- Use of n8n automation workflows for data reconciliation between marketplaces and ERP; manual processes significantly reduced
Dirk Volkmann
Last position:
Interim Project Manager at Energy Producer
- Innovation division: Project development for a brownfield biofuel production partnership
Peter Fleischer
Last position:
Subproject Manager and Solution Architect - Microsoft 365 Transformation at Automotive Industry
Integration of highly regulated countries such as China and South Korea into a company-wide M365 tenant.
Technical contact for integrating special requirements for the executive board and German subsidiaries that are subject to BaFin compliance requirements.
Subproject management.
Coordination of requirements within the overall architecture.
Design of the use of DLP features from Microsoft Purview.
Design of special access restrictions via Entra ID Conditional Access.
Support in designing the provisioning of Teams teams and SharePoint sites with higher compliance requirements.
Technical support for implementing information classification with sensitivity labels for SharePoint Online and Teams.
Technical support for the subproject introducing CoPilot for M365.
Skills: M365, Purview, DLP, Entra ID, Sensitivity Labels, CoPilot, Teams, SharePoint Online.
Peter Gastberger
Last position:
Senior IT Project Manager at REWE Group
Datacenter audit and subsequent transformation program
- Initial situation: After a critical outage, the datacenter was seen as the cause. A classic audit was to be put out to tender.
- My diagnosis: The technical architecture was not the core problem. What really mattered were the incident, diagnosis, and restart processes, as well as missing transparency around costs and dependencies.
- Impact: The audit was handled pragmatically in-house. The results and budget basis became the foundation for a multi-year international transformation program. After that, I continued as the preferred candidate for a central transformation stream.
Manfred Paschek
Last position:
Senior IT Project Manager EfA / OZG Online Services at Senatskanzlei ITD Hamburg, Dataport, Police Hamburg
The online service "Special Use of Streets and No-Parking Zone" was in a partially completed state. The following tasks had to be carried out to reach final completion:
- Preparation of an expert report on the status of the online service, and recommendations for action
- Ensuring that all LEIKAS to be used are available (service catalog / service descriptions of the authorities)
- Creating and aligning concepts for complex IT projects (business/IT concepts, architecture, interfaces, roadmaps)
- Requirements management
- Multi-project management with 3 stakeholders (Police, Dataport, development company)
- Determining resource needs
- Coordination to identify technical requirements through the IT architects
- Creating use cases and test cases
- Creating action items
- Managing external IT service providers
- Coordination and management of all activities
- Conflict resolution / business mediation
- User Acceptance Test (UAT) and acceptance by Hamburg Police (Traffic Directorate, Policy Department, Central Road Traffic Authority)
Technical environment: .NET, EfA minimum requirements, Leikas, Administrative Procedure Act (VwVfG), HWG (Hamburg Roads Act), Atlassian Jira, Confluence, MS Office
Michael Donatus
Last position:
Project Manager SuccessFactors at Sysmex Europe SE
Deployment SAP HANA - SuccessFactors
- Implementation of sub-modules Recruiting + EC Benefits + TeamGoals
- Global rollout with adaptation to country-specific legal requirements incl. standardization
- International stakeholder management
- Onboarding of new group companies in Kenya and Greece regarding SAP SuccessFactors
Jürgen Flieg
Last position:
Interim Manager HCM / HR Payroll · Team and Project Lead at TK Elevator GmbH
- Direct reporting line to the HR Director Germany; leading an HCM IT and transformation assignment in a SAP ERP / S/4HANA hybrid landscape.
- Reality check and solid documentation of end-to-end payroll/processing processes; development of an HCM IT roadmap as well as clarification of roles, critical points and interfaces.
- Translating business requirements into architecture-compliant IT solutions; steering SAP in-house, development, key users and external partners.
- Activating the team through knowledge transfer, a skills matrix and a training concept; preparing the organizational transition toward a shared service center.
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Project Managers statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years
Position duration
5.3 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
87%
Master's degree or higher
56%
Doctorate
9%
Certifications per freelancer
3
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
96%
Based on our profile pool as of 21 Aug 2026.
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About the role
The Value of Professional Project Management
Freelance project managers steer complex initiatives from initial scoping to final delivery. They align cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and mitigate risks to ensure projects finish on time and within scope. By establishing clear milestones and transparent communication channels, they bridge the gap between technical execution and stakeholder expectations. Their hands-on approach ensures that project goals remain directly linked to broader business objectives.
Core Competencies and Methodologies
A successful project leader must master diverse execution frameworks and collaborative tooling systems. They adapt their management approach based on organizational maturity and specific project requirements.
- Implementation of Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and Waterfall frameworks.
- Mastery of planning tools like Jira, Confluence, Monday.com, and MS Project.
- Resource allocation, cost estimation, and budget tracking.
- Structured stakeholder communication and executive reporting.
- Risk identification, mitigation planning, and change management.
Strategic Triggers for Freelance Project Support
Companies face sudden project spikes, critical system migrations, or temporary leadership gaps that require immediate, specialized expertise. Hiring an external professional provides the flexibility to scale resources up or down without long-term overhead. These experts bring objective, cross-industry experience to resolve project bottlenecks, audit failing initiatives, and introduce best practices from day one.
Distinguishing Elite Project Leaders
The best coordinators go beyond tracking tasks and updating Gantt charts. They possess deep business acumen and the emotional intelligence needed to motivate diverse, sometimes resistant, cross-functional teams. Exceptional leaders proactively identify critical path dependencies before they become blockers, negotiate effectively across departments, and maintain a sharp focus on business outcomes rather than just checklists.
Frequently asked questions
The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to Project Managers.
A freelance project manager takes full ownership of planning, executing, and closing a specific corporate initiative. They define project scope, manage resources, track budgets, and facilitate communication among stakeholders. By monitoring risks and resolving roadblocks daily, they ensure deliverables are met on schedule.
While a product manager defines the vision, strategy, and direction of a product, a project manager focuses on the execution, timeline, and delivery of the project. The PM schedules tasks, coordinates team members, and manages resources to deliver the defined scope. Both roles collaborate closely, but the project lead is primarily responsible for operational execution.
Freelance project managers are highly versatile and operate across almost every sector. They are particularly valuable in IT, software development, construction, financial services, and healthcare. Many specialize in specific transitions, such as S/4HANA migrations or digital transformations.
A top-tier project manager is evaluated by their project delivery track record, leadership style, and problem-solving skills. Look for relevant industry certifications like PMP, Prince2, or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM). Ultimately, their quality is proven by their ability to keep teams motivated and projects within budget.
Hiring a freelance project manager makes sense when you need immediate support for a time-limited project or a specific corporate transformation. Freelancers offer the flexibility to scale down once the project concludes, saving long-term overhead costs. They also bring valuable external perspective and specialized methodology knowledge directly into your team.
Yes, a freelance project lead can work successfully in a remote or hybrid model using modern collaboration tools. While remote setups require structured virtual meetings and transparent digital dashboards, some projects benefit from initial on-site workshops. Hybrid models often provide the perfect balance of face-to-face alignment and focused remote execution.
A professional project coordinator utilizes a variety of specialized tools to track progress and collaborate. For task management, they rely on platforms like Jira, Monday.com, or Trello. They also use communication tools, scheduling software, and reporting suites to keep stakeholders aligned throughout the project life cycle.
Experienced external project leaders are accustomed to entering unfamiliar corporate environments and delivering value immediately. They usually require only a few days of access provisioning and initial alignment meetings to begin steering the initiative. Their background allows them to rapidly grasp project dynamics and take charge without extensive training.
The average hourly rate for Project Managers is 110 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 879 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Project Managers, 87% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 56% hold at least a Master's degree, and 9% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Project Managers have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 5.3 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Project Managers are German (95%), English (95%), and French (27%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Project Managers are Information Technology (71%), Professional Services (59%), and Manufacturing (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Project Managers are Project Management (98%), Information Technology (75%), and Operations (67%).
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