Project Manager - Facility Management

NAXCON GROUP; Bremen; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International team

German language development

Dedicated point of contact

Professional growth

Regular team events

Competitive compensation

Job summary

NAXCON GmbH in Bremen seeks a Project Manager for Facility Management Office Concepts to lead office development, plan space usage, and coordinate CAFM and contractor activities with an interdisciplinary team.

You will manage small projects, prepare documents, and support the site with New Work concepts, ensuring budget and schedule adherence; German (C1) and English fluency are required.

Qualifications

• Willingness to pursue Level C project management certification according to the GPM standard
• Initial experience in managing a project team
• Fluency in spoken and written English and German in C1/Higher level
• Knowledge of SAP and Excel VBA is desirable
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating facility management activities
• Several years of professional experience in the field of new office concepts and experience in opportunity management
• Very good knowledge of MS Office; knowledge of SAP
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Very good organizational and teamwork skills, communication skills, and assertiveness
• Goal-oriented and independent work style
• Negotiation and communication skills, as well as assertiveness
• Teamwork and communication skills, as well as an independent and responsible work style
• A structured, flexible, and goal-oriented work style, as well as an independent and self‑directed approach

Responsibilities

• Managing specific tasks outlined in the contract and coordinating with the responsible project manager
• Independently handling small-scale projects with minimal complexity
• Planning and executing tasks within budget and schedule constraints
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary project team
• Administering facility management tools and workstations as part of CAFM
• Serving as the point of contact for infrastructure-related inquiries
• Developing plans for space optimization and occupancy needs
• Designing and implementing New Work concepts for the site
• Analyzing office space requirements and work methods
• Preparing subject-specific documents and conducting research
• Coordinating external vendors and supervising services
• Driving change management within projects
• Supporting site development and office/workplace design while adhering to guidelines
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders

Skills

People management

English fluent

German C1

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Communication

Initiative

Travel willingness

Tools

SAP

Excel VBA

MS Office

Job description

NAXCON GmbH, headquartered in Weil am Rhein with additional offices, including Stuttgart, is one of Germany's leading engineering and IT service providers.

Our experts possess extensive expertise in software and hardware development, modern electronics, and cutting‑edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI).

In addition to delivering high-quality engineering solutions for our customers, we are passionate about driving our own innovation projects as well as research and development activities. Renowned companies from a wide range of industries place their trust in our expertise, reflecting the outstanding knowledge, professionalism, and commitment of our engineers.

Position

Project Manager - Facility Management Office Concepts

Type

Full-time

Tasks

• Handling specific tasks outlined in the contract (e.g., managing individual work packages in coordination with the responsible project manager)
• Independently handling small-scale projects (minimal complexity without development components, subtasks, or work packages)
• Contributing to the performance- and quality-oriented planning and execution of assigned project tasks within budget and schedule constraints
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary project team comprising employees from various departments
• Administering the room booking tool to be implemented and managing workstations in the CAFM tool in accordance with facility development planning
• Serve as the point of contact for employees on all matters related to infrastructure-based building management
• Independently develop plans for the needs-based optimization of space and occupancy situations at the site
• Independently and holistically design and implement new office concepts (New Work) for the site, as well as evaluate alternative solutions
• Conduct an in-depth analysis of office space requirements and the work methods of individual functions
• Participation in the performance- and quality-oriented planning and execution of assigned project tasks within budget and on schedule
• Independently preparing subject‑specific documents (presentations, tables, analyses, texts, etc.)
• Independently conducting research, evaluating and organizing content, and preparing the basis for decisions
• Independently commissioning, organizing, coordinating, and technically supervising the services provided by external vendors in infrastructure facility management
• Steering the change process with the help of change management
• Taking on specific tasks related to ongoing facility development (e.g., managing individual work packages in coordination with the responsible department head and site manager)
• Supporting the responsible project manager in the execution of facility management projects
• Responsible for office and workplace design at the Bremen location, taking into account legal and internal company guidelines and framework conditions
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary project team consisting of employees from various departments and contracted external firms

Requirements

• Willingness to pursue Level C project management certification according to the GPM standard
• Initial experience in managing a project team
• Fluency in spoken and written English and German in C1/Higher level
• Knowledge of SAP and Excel VBA is desirable
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating facility management activities
• Several years of professional experience in the field of new office concepts and experience in opportunity management
• Very good knowledge of MS Office; knowledge of SAP
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Very good organizational and teamwork skills, communication skills, and assertiveness
• Goal-oriented and independent work style
• Negotiation and communication skills, as well as assertiveness
• Teamwork and communication skills, as well as an independent and responsible work style
• A structured, flexible, and goal-oriented work style, as well as an independent and self‑directed approach
• A confident and professional demeanor when interacting with internal clients and external service providers, as well as a strong commitment to service
• High level of self‑motivation and ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to travel for work
• Openness, ability to work in a team, and a proactive approach
• A structured and solution‑oriented work style

What we offer:

• International Working Environment: Join a diverse and multicultural team where people from different backgrounds and cultures collaborate to achieve outstanding results.
• German Language Development: Whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker, we provide a supportive environment to help you improve your German language skills.
• Dedicated Point of Contact: You will have a personal contact within the company who will support and guide you throughout your employment.
• Professional Growth: Our engineers have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different industries, continuously expanding their expertise and developing new skills.
• Regular Team Events: We organize regular company events to strengthen team spirit, encourage collaboration, and create a positive working atmosphere.
• Competitive Compensation: We value our employees and offer an attractive compensation package that reflects your qualifications, experience, and performance.