Senior Project Manager - Join our Talent Community!

Merkle; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Merkle is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Zürich to lead medium to large‑sized projects for key business clients. This role involves overseeing project scope, financials, and risk management to ensure client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate should have a strong business-oriented mindset, proven leadership skills, and at least 5 years of project management experience, especially in software development. The position is full time and permanent.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in managing projects independently, preferably in software development.
• In‑depth experience with project management lifecycle and modern methodologies.
• Additional languages are beneficial.

Aufgaben

• Take full responsibility for project planning, execution, and closure.
• Lead comprehensive project planning, risk management, and scope management activities.
• Manage and coordinate local, remote, and third‑party team members effectively.

Kenntnisse

Excellent communication and relationship‑building

Strong sales and business‑oriented mindset

Leadership capability

Project management lifecycle experience

Fluent in English

Proactive and independent worker

Ausbildung

Relevant university degree or equivalent higher education qualification

Tools

Agile methodologies

Kanban

Prince2 Practitioner

PMP

Scrum Master

IPMA

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Project Manager – Talent Community

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our Talent Community. The role focuses on leading medium to large‑sized projects for key business clients, overseeing project scope, scheduling, financials, and risk management from initiation through to successful completion. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, proactively identifying business opportunities and ensuring consistent client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Take full responsibility for the successful planning, execution, and closure of medium to large‑sized projects.
• Lead comprehensive project planning, risk management, and scope management activities.
• Deliver projects within agreed timelines, budgets, quality standards, and targeted profitability levels.
• Regularly report project status and financial performance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure client acceptance for partial and complete deliveries.
• Manage and coordinate local, remote, and third‑party team members effectively, ensuring cohesive project execution.
• Actively identify and pursue further business opportunities within existing projects and accounts.
• Provide expert consultancy services, including the creation of project concepts and specifications.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with clients, ensuring alignment with expectations and requirements.
• Support the acquisition process, contributing significantly to proposals and offer creation.
• Develop and enhance project management capabilities within the team, actively mentoring and coaching other project managers.
• Act as an advocate for organizational change, proactively promoting best practices and innovation within project management.

Skills For The Role

• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills at all organizational levels.
• Strong sales and business‑oriented mindset with proven ability to identify growth opportunities.
• Relevant university degree or equivalent higher education qualification.
• Demonstrated leadership capability, acting as a role model for colleagues and fostering a positive team environment.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in managing projects independently, preferably in software development or digital delivery (e.g., ecommerce, CRM, ERP, CMS).
• Fluent English (written and spoken); additional languages are beneficial.
• In‑depth experience with the full lifecycle of project management and advanced knowledge of modern methodologies (Agile, Kanban, etc.).
• Proactive, independent worker with strong presentation skills and a positive, professional attitude.
• Certification in Project Management (Prince2 Practitioner, PMP, Agile PM Practitioner, Scrum Master, IPMA) advantageous.

Location

Zürich

Employment Terms

Full time, Permanent, Merkle

EEO Statement

We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role‑specific requirements, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.