Chief Project Manager (m/f/d)
Konz, DE, 54329
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
At Volvo Construction Equipment Germany GmbH you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. As a Chief Project Manager (f/m/d) you will:
- Lead wheeled excavator projects end-to-end, from concept to closure.
- Set milestones and adapt plans together with cross-functional teams.
- Manage budget, risks, resources, and scope.
- Coordinate closely with purchasing, production, and aftermarket.
- Ensure quality and safety compliance, in close coordination with Product Safety.
- Represent your projects in front of the relevant steering committees and decision gates.
Your future team
We develop wheeled excavators from the first concept through series production, including advanced operator assistance systems that enhance productivity, efficiency, and safety. We bring together diverse expertise to deliver solutions for customers worldwide. We embrace new technologies while maintaining a strong focus on quality, reliability, and customer value. Vehicle Engineering is responsible for overall machine development, project portfolio management, machine safety, and special applications. Our culture is built on diverse perspectives, openness, mutual respect, and constructive feedback.
Who are you?
- Degree in industrial, mechanical, or electrical engineering, or a related field
- At least 5 years experience in leading complex projects
- Proven record of iterative, milestone-driven project delivery
- Strong facilitator, comfortable driving iterative, cross-functional collaboration
- Technical know-how in vehicle hardware development is a strong merit
- Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira) is a plus
- Willingness to travel occasionally within Europe
- Fluent in German and English
What’s in it for you?
- Shape the future of wheeled excavator development within an international team.
- Flexible working arrangements in an open, respectful culture.
- Individual development opportunities within the Volvo Group.
- A competitive compensation and benefits package.
- A modern workplace in Konz with state-of-the-art engineering facilities.
Ready for the next move?
If you are interested, please send us your complete application documents by 30.09.2026.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.