It/Ot Project Manager

Innovation & Engineering Hub; Setúbal; Híbrido; EUR 41 000 - 58 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive compensation package

Hybrid work model

Health care and life insurance

Social benefits and discounts

Training and career development

Resumo da oferta

Volkswagen Group Services in Lisbon is seeking an IT/OT Project Manager to join the Smart Cloud Factory Team. The role focuses on scope, governance, and stakeholder alignment to deliver scalable IT/OT solutions for a connected manufacturing environment.

You will lead cross-functional teams, oversee timelines and budgets, assess risks, and report to VWAE leadership. A Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in IT project management and ITIL knowledge is required; Master’s and certifications are a plus.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Industrial Engineering and Management, Business Management, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in IT service management or related fields.
• Strong understanding of IT Service Frameworks, ITIL, or similar methodologies.
• Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with cross-functional teams.
• Leadership skills to inspire and motivate teams.

Responsabilidades

• Scope Definition: define scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Governance Model: establish roles, responsibilities, and decision processes.
• Stakeholder Management: manage relationships with all relevant stakeholders.
• Timeline and Milestones: maintain detailed project timeline and deadlines.
• Risk Management: identify and mitigate project risks.
• Resource Allocation: ensure adequate resources across teams.
• Reporting and Communication: provide regular status updates to VWAE leadership.
• Quality Assurance: ensure quality standards and best practices are met.
• Change Management: oversee transitions with minimal disruption.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Risk management

Change management

Process improvement

Adaptability

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in IT / Industrial Engineering and Management / Business Management

Master's degree is a plus

Ferramentas

ITIL proficiency

Project management tools (Jira / MS Project / Asana)

InfoSec awareness (ISO 27001 / NIST / GDPR)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Annual gross salary range: Min. 40,544€ - Max. 57,733€ (depending on experience) Who are we? Volkswagen Group Services is a Volkswagen Group company oriented towards working for Group companies worldwide. We provide services in the areas of production, logistics, data engineering (IT), engineering, consulting, quality, business services, human resources, communication and administrative and financial services. We are focused on our clients' activities and take responsibility for carrying them out on their behalf.

We are currently hiring an IT/OT Project Manager to join our Smart Cloud Factory Team in Lisbon The Smart Cloud Factory is dedicated to transforming traditional manufacturing into a fully connected, intelligent, and sustainable Smart Factory. The factory leverages digitalized and automated manufacturing processes, real-time data integration and analytics, sustainable and energy-efficient production systems, and human-machine collaboration to achieve Volkswagen's vision of a Software-Enabled Car Company.

The Smart Cloud Factory supports the integration of IoT, cloud platforms, data pipelines, and AI to enable predictive maintenance, real-time quality control, and agile manufacturing. The factory aims to simplify complexity and create a connected ecosystem where machines, systems, and people work seamlessly together. What we do in our team? Our Smart Cloud Factory team is at the forefront of Volkswagen's transformation strategy.

We are building the digital backbone of tomorrow's production systems—integrating IoT, cloud platforms, data pipelines, and AI to enable predictive maintenance, real-time quality control, and agile manufacturing. The mission is to simplify complexity and create a connected ecosystem where machines, systems, and people work seamlessly together. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and scalable architectures, we empower production teams to make faster, smarter, and more sustainable decisions. What will your responsibilities be?

• Scope Definition: Work with key stakeholders (VW AE) to clearly define the scope, objectives, and deliverables of the ITSF model service implementation, ensuring that all resilience and business continuity requirements are clearly defined and addressed.
• Governance Model: Define and establish the governance model, including roles, responsibilities, decision-making processes, and scalation path.
• Stakeholder Management: Identify and manage relationships with all relevant stakeholders, ensuring clear and consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Timeline and Milestones: Develop and maintain a detailed project timeline, ensuring that milestones and deadlines are met.
• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks, proactively manage and mitigate them to ensure smooth project execution.
• Resource Allocation: Work with teams and departments to ensure necessary resources are allocated effectively and efficiently.
• Reporting and Communication: Provide regular status updates, reports, and presentations to VWAE leadership and stakeholders.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that the ITSF model service implementation meets the required quality standards and best practices.
• Change Management: Oversee the change management process during implementation, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption.

What requirements are we looking for?

Core Competencies:

• Leadership & Collaboration: Ability to lead, influence, and coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project goals. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to understand the broader business context and ensure that the ITSF model implementation aligns with organizational objectives.
• Risk Management: Skilled in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact the success of the project.
• Change Management: Ability to assess the impact of change on different stakeholders, departments, and systems.
• Process Improvement: Strong analytical skills to evaluate current processes and drive improvements in service delivery and efficiency.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and pivot strategies as needed to overcome challenges.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Factory Environment IT/ OT:
• IT Service Management: In-depth knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) or other relevant IT service management frameworks.
• Project Management: Proven track record of successfully managing IT projects, with experience leading teams, managing timelines, and handling budgets.
• Risk Management: Familiarity with resilience planning and disaster recovery strategies in IT service management.
• Governance Models: Experience in establishing clear governance structures and ensuring adherence to processes and protocols.
• Stakeholder Management: Experience in managing stakeholder expectations, balancing competing priorities, and ensuring clear communication.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Industrial Engineering and Management, Business Management, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Project Manager, preferably in IT service management or related fields.
• Strong understanding of IT Service Frameworks, ITIL, or other service management methodologies.
• Experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Familiarity with Information Security practices and standards (e.G., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR) is a plus.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Experience with project management tools (e.G., Jira, MS Project, Asana).
• PMP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certifications are highly desirable.
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment.
• Opportunity to work with senior leadership and influence key decisions.

What we can offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible work hours and hybrid model
• Employee health care and life insurance
• Social benefits and several discounts
• Trainings and professional career development