Automotive Project Manager

We need a project manager with experience in automotive Industry. Other project manager resumes will not be accepted.

Role Overview
Lead cross-functional development projects within Function & Software Defined Vehicle 
(FSDV), ensuring delivery from early concept through industrialization and product 
introduction. The role combines project leadership and technical coordination, to drive 
execution in a complex, software-driven vehicle environment.

Key Responsibilities
1. Project Leadership & Delivery
• Lead end-to-end delivery of cross-functional programs (hardware, software, 
integration).
• Drive execution across scope, timing, cost, quality, and features (QDCCFS).
• Ensure alignment with product/platform strategy and business objectives.

2. Planning & Execution
• Develop and maintain L1–L3 plans, milestones, and dependencies.
• Break down program scope into streams, epics, and deliverables (e.g., Jira 
structure).
• Monitor critical path, deviations, and delivery risks.

3. Cross-Functional Coordination
• Lead collaboration across engineering domains (EE, SW, integration, testing, 
purchasing).
• Act as the central interface between stakeholders (product, system architects, 
suppliers).
• Facilitate alignment across global teams and organizations (GSO, GOT, etc.).

4. Scope & Requirements Management
• Define, balance, and secure requirements from multiple stakeholders.
• Manage scope changes, concept decisions, and technical trade-offs.

5. Cost, Resources & Budget
• Consolidate cost estimations and track budget performance.
• Secure resource allocation and monitor utilization.

6. Risk & Quality Management
• Maintain risk register and drive mitigation actions.
• Ensure compliance with quality, functional safety, cybersecurity, and legal 
requirements.

7. Governance & Reporting
• Prepare and present project status at gates and governance forums.
• Ensure clear and structured communication (Jira, Confluence, SharePoint).

Typical Deliverables
• Project plans and milestone roadmaps
• Scope documentation and technical descriptions
• Budget and resource forecasts
• Risk registers and mitigation plans
• Gate review material and executive reports

Key Competencies

Technical / Domain
• Automotive development lifecycle (incl. SW-defined vehicle context)
• Integration, verification & validation, system architecture
• Functional safety (ISO 26262 considered a strong plus)

Project & Consulting Skills

• Strong planning, structuring, and execution capability
• Stakeholder management across global organizations
• Ability to structure complexity and drive decision-making

Soft Skills
• Leadership in ambiguous environments
• Clear communication and influence without authority
• Problem solving and risk anticipation