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DEKRA North America
DEKRA North America
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
AutomotiveConsultingHealthcare
DEKRA North America provides safety, testing, inspection, certification, auditing, and consulting services for organizations operating in regulated and technically demanding markets. Its work spans vehicle inspections and mobility services, product testing for medical devices and electronics, certification of connected and automotive technologies, management-system and ISO audits, environmental health and safety, process safety, cybersecurity, electric-vehicle testing, and professional training. The company supports automotive and mobility businesses, manufacturers, medical device firms, utilities, industrial operators, insurers, and other enterprises with compliance, risk management, safety, and sustainability programs. As the North American arm of DEKRA, it brings global safety expertise to teams working across automotive, consulting, healthcare, industrial, and related sectors.
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Remote Project Manager, Strategic Consulting at DEKRA North America

Project Manager leading DEKRA North America’s strategic consulting engagements. Coordinate planning, delivery, stakeholder alignment, and performance improvement initiatives for client organizations.

USUnited States
$120,000 – $160,000 / year
RemoteFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredProject Manager
PMP

Description

  • Coordinate multiple client-facing strategic consulting engagements as the primary point of contact.
  • Convert project objectives and approved proposals into practical plans and detailed work breakdown structures.
  • Facilitate discussions, resolve issues, and remove barriers to project progress.
  • Track project scope, timelines, and budgets throughout each engagement.
  • Lead project kickoff meetings with project leadership.
  • Create detailed project plans and dashboards for internal teams and client stakeholders.
  • Identify and manage risks to keep engagements on schedule and within budget.
  • Conduct strategic project reviews with senior client leaders.
  • Establish project cadences that support execution and accountability.
  • Present program findings, impact measures, and strategic recommendations to clients and internal leaders.
  • Partner with consultants, subject matter experts, client leaders, executive sponsors, and sales teams.
  • Support internal initiatives that strengthen PMO capabilities, processes, and tools.
  • Verify that deliverables meet DEKRA quality standards and client expectations.
  • Control scope changes and surface potential commercial opportunities.
  • Support a safe and healthy workplace by following established procedures and policies.
  • Report to the Strategic Program Director.
  • Help organizations strengthen safety, performance, and operational excellence through DEKRA testing, inspection, certification, and professional services.

Requirements

  • At least 3–5 years of project management experience, including responsibility for multiple concurrent projects.
  • Client-facing experience in professional services engagements is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to independently deliver several projects successfully with limited oversight while maintaining strong client satisfaction.
  • Experience managing internal and external stakeholders, building relationships, setting expectations, and addressing organizational challenges.
  • Ability to influence others and apply structured problem-solving to project issues.
  • Required experience with at least one project management platform, such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Planview.
  • Experience establishing project governance, decision-making procedures, and stakeholder accountability structures.
  • Management consulting experience is preferred.
  • Familiarity with organizational change and transformation programs is preferred.
  • Knowledge of workplace safety principles and experience serving industrial or high-risk clients is preferred.
  • Project management credentials, including PMP certification, are preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Experience working with project management software.
  • Experience using AI-supported tools such as Microsoft Copilot.
  • Working knowledge of project scope, scheduling, and budget management.
  • Experience coordinating resources.
  • Knowledge of change management practices.
  • Experience engaging and managing stakeholders.
  • Ability to present effectively to executive audiences.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work across client sites, environments, and conditions, including stairs, extended walking, uneven terrain, indoor and outdoor facilities, and hot or cold settings.
  • Ability to carry 25–50 pounds of luggage.
  • Ability to sustain extended periods of computer-based work.
  • Willingness to work flexible and extended hours when needed.
  • Domestic travel is required, estimated at up to 25–50%.
  • International travel may also be required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for bonuses under applicable plan terms and conditions.
  • Medical and prescription coverage.
  • Dental and vision coverage, including coverage for domestic partners.
  • Critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental insurance.
  • Employer contributions to a company Health Savings Account.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health and dependent care expenses.
  • Paid time off covering vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays.
  • Employee Assistance Program offering mental and emotional support.
  • Wellness program with rewards for participation.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Domestic and international travel assistance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching.
  • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Group term life insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage for yourself and others.
  • Access to the Working Advantage corporate discount program.
  • Education assistance program.
  • Student loan repayment assistance.
  • Internal training and professional development resources.
  • LEAD Forward leadership development program.
  • Participation in annual career goal-setting and performance reviews.
  • Remote work model.

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