Project Manager – Industrial Water Solutions

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Protecting people and the environment, and optimizing industrial processes - that is what drives us at Freudenberg Filtration Technologies. We serve our automotive, consumer goods and industrial customers with technically leading products, system solutions, services and consulting in air and liquid filtration. As part of the Freudenberg Group, strong corporate values guide us in our aspiration for innovation, efficiency and highest customer focus. With a dedicated team of around 3,500 colleagues, we generate an annual turnover of about 670 million euros.

Some of your Benefits
Diversity & Inclusion:
We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success.

Flexible Work Models:
We allow for flexible work models to ensure both professional and personal success.

Personal Development:
We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.

Health Insurance:
Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it.

Company Pension:
Save for retirement with the company's help.

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You support our team as

Project Manager – Industrial Water Solutions
Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Manage projects from start to finish – from kick-off to commissioning and hand-over – ensuring smooth communication with clients and internal teams.
• Budget Control: Keep projects on track financially and timewise, monitor performance, and handle contract variations to benefit the company.
• Team Coordination: Lead and allocate resources across multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, design, and commissioning experts.
• Client Interaction: Engage directly with customers on-site and in the office, supporting commercial discussions and building strong relationships.
• Compliance & Safety: Prepare health and safety plans, ensure adherence to statutory regulations, and maintain high standards throughout project execution.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive cost-saving initiatives and efficiency programs within the project delivery team.
• Site Presence: Be hands-on during commissioning phases, visiting sites as needed to supervise and support operations.

Qualifications

• Industry Experience: Minimum 5 years in contracting, ideally within the water or wastewater treatment sector – ready to hit the ground running.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiar with physical, chemical, and biological treatment systems; experience with MBR, UF, and RO technologies is a plus. Experience of project delivery with extensive electrical and software deliverables would be especially beneficial.
• Commercial Skills: Confident in budget management and commercial negotiations with clients and suppliers.
• Software Proficiency: Comfortable using civil engineering software and tools like MS Project, Sage, and Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility: Willing to work 2–3 days in the office and travel to customer sites to support project delivery.
• Team Player: Hands-on approach with strong leadership and coordination skills for managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to develop contingency plans and adapt to changing project demands.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.