Project Manager Eventmanagement & Solutions (m/f/d)

Otto Misu; Heidelberg; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

30 days annual leave

Remote working options

Job summary

ottomisu is expanding its Event Management & Solutions team and seeks a Project Manager to lead medium- to large-scale events, ensuring alignment with client objectives and overall event success. You will manage timelines, budgets and team coordination, integrating AI, CMS and guest management tools to deliver seamless experiences.

The role requires leadership, flexibility, and strong advisory skills, with German and English language proficiency.

Qualifications

• You have completed a degree or vocational training in events or a comparable field.
• You have several years’ comprehensive professional experience in the events and event technology sector.
• You are a team player and can inspire others.
• You have a solution- and goal-oriented approach with high quality and service standards.
• You are creative, flexible and committed.
• You possess strong advisory and leadership skills.
• You have very good German and good English skills.
• You are familiar with digital technologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of customer needs and translation into project requirements.
• Preparing project presentations and developing high-level and detailed concepts, presenting to clients independently.
• End-to-end management of medium- and large-scale projects, including costs, time and quality.
• Requesting quotations, awarding contracts, invoicing and budget responsibility.
• Managing suppliers and creative partners from research to supervision and QA.
• Independent management of all internal and external trades.
• On-site event support and management.
• Technical leadership and coordination of project teams.

Skills

Team leadership

German language

English language

Client advisory

Education

Degree or vocational training in events

Tools

AI

CMS

Guest management systems

Event technology

Job description

Project Manager Eventmanagement & Solutions (m/f/d)

For us, events are more than just an effective communication tool.

For ottomisu, they provide the perfect setting for extraordinary experiences! When the transformative power of an event is fully realised, the participants are left with a lasting sense of enthusiasm, and we as a team can celebrate this shared success with our clients – that’s when our hearts are truly filled with joy.

Yours too? Wonderful! You might be a great fit for us.

We are expanding our Event Management & Solutions team and are looking for a Project Manager to join us as soon as possible.

About you.

• Whether it’s traditional live communication or digital event innovations – you always keep a close eye on the ‘overarching theme’ and our clients’ objectives.
• Creative, holistic and strategic aren’t just buzzwords; they describe your skills quite accurately.
• You’re ‘at the cutting edge’ and have a deep understanding of digital technology; you’re familiar with AI, CMS and guest management systems.
• You know how to integrate event technology effectively into live events.
• ‘Confident’ is your middle name, and last-minute requests, tight deadlines and flexibility are all part and parcel of the job for you.
• English or German? It doesn’t matter.

Do you feel as though we’re talking about you? If so, things are going quite well between us so far. If you’d like to find out more about us, you should carry on reading.

Your responsibilities.

• Analysis of customer needs and translation into project requirements
• Preparing project presentations, ensuring the development of and providing technical oversight for the high-level and detailed concepts, and delivering presentations to clients independently
• (Sub‑area) responsibility for medium‑sized and large‑scale projects
• Independent, end‑to‑end management (planning, organisation, implementation and follow‑up) of large‑scale projects, taking into account costs, time and quality
• Requesting quotations, awarding contracts, invoicing and budgetary responsibility
• Managing suppliers and creative partners, from research, selection and commissioning to the supervision of suppliers and quality assurance
• independent management of all internal and external trades
• Customer support and advice during project implementation
• Technical leadership, management and coordination of project teams (internal and external)
• On‑site event support and management
• Resolving issues relating to on‑site service delivery in collaboration with the customer and suppliers
• Project monitoring and final accounting for medium‑sized and large‑scale projects
• Drawing up team deployment plans, workflow and production schedules, and resource allocation plans
• Preparation of schedules, milestone plans and project status reports
• Implementing customer loyalty measures
• Support for internal quality management

Requirements.

• You have successfully completed a degree or vocational training programme specialising in events or a comparable field.
• You have several years’ comprehensive professional experience in the events and event technology sector.
• You are a team player and are able to inspire others.
• You have a solution- and goal‑oriented approach to work, high standards of quality and service, and an eye for detail.
• You are creative and determined, and demonstrate a high degree of flexibility and commitment.
• You possess strong advisory and leadership skills.
• You have a very good command of German and at least a good command of written and spoken English.
• You are familiar with digital technologies and tools.

About us.

Here at ottomisu, we are event enthusiasts. Why? Because events, like no other format, have the potential to bring about lasting change. A well‑organised event can change mindsets, move people emotionally, inspire them and shape their attitudes towards a topic in the long term. We focus all our efforts on unleashing this transformative power. We create spaces where it can unfold – to move people, to connect them and to bring brands to life. A good event inspires. A powerful event creates meaning. That is what we do. We have been doing so for over 30 years.

What we offer you.

• A permanent position at one of the leading agencies for live and brand communication
• Flexible working hours based on trust, with compensation for overtime and 30 days’ annual leave
• Varied, responsible and challenging tasks within a motivated team and a modern working environment
• A structured induction programme and regular performance reviews for personalised feedback and genuine professional development
• A wide range of employee benefits (e.g. company pension scheme, transport schemes, in‑house events, a workplace health management programme)
• Remote working options