Knauf stands for opportunity. This exciting role offers you the ideal opportunity to begin and further develop an impressive career within a values-driven culture.

As a global building materials manufacturer with 42,500 employees in 90 countries, we offer diverse opportunities to ambitious talent. We value every contribution and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment with the aim of developing sustainable solutions for a better future.

Knauf Engineering GmbH is proud to be a part of the Knauf Group. With a long-standing tradition, and a growing international presence, we are seeking dedicated individuals to help us achieve our long-term vision.

Can you say ‘yes’?

• Is respectful and appreciative interaction within the team a given for you?
• Do you always put the customer at the center of your actions?
• Do you consider the future and upcoming generations in your actions?
• Do you strive for personal and professional growth?

What you'll do

• As a Project Manager (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the execution of complex international plant construction projects, overseeing them from initial planning to handover to the respective Knauf entities
• You'll manage all project coordination, lead all stakeholders and ensure seamless internal and external communication
• Independent negotiations with Knauf companies and suppliers will be part of your role to secure favorable terms and successful partnerships
• You will ensure strict adherence to time schedules, budget constraints and technical requirements to bring projects to a successful conclusion
• Support and participation in cross-functional activities will foster collaboration and alignment across departments

Who you are 

• You possess a technical degree, preferably in mechanical engineering, which provides a strong foundation for this role
• With extensive project management experience in the plant engineering sector, you have a proven track record of leading and delivering successful projects
• Goal-oriented and systematic in your approach, you excel in negotiations and demonstrate assertiveness in various situations
• Due to the international nature of our assignments, English language skills are essential and additional language skills may be beneficial
• Willing to travel frequently, you are adaptable and eager to participate in global project efforts

What we offer you

We all shape our lives individually. As an employer, we play a significant role in the daily life of our employees and aim to support them with various offerings. This includes, among other things:

• Security: Permanent employment contract in a stable, successful family-owned company.
• Flexibility: 30 days of vacation, special leave for certain occasions, flexitime account with a broad time window for flexible working and weekly home office days.
• Fitness and health: Discounts on various sports and leisure activities (e.g., fitness studio Iphofen, swimming training, soccer, etc.), as well as opportunities for active health promotion through our company doctor and occupational health and safety offers.
• Daily time savings: Ample parking and direct access to public transport from the company premises (train, bus).
• Future planning: Subsidies for capital-forming benefits and offers for company pension schemes.
• Welcome approach: Individual onboarding days, company and team events, subsidized company canteen and our Barista coffee bar.
• Career and professional development: Individual support and promotion for part-time studies, further education and training.
• Benefits and vouchers: Discounts on well-known brands and reduced-price employee purchases.
• E-Bike leasing: Using tax advantages while promoting your own health.
• Relocation support: Assistance with international relocation

Knauf as an employer

Knauf Engineering GmbH is the expert for development, consulting and planning in the field of plant engineering for gypsum and gypsum board processing machines. Our range of services includes the installation and servicing of these machines both in Germany and abroad. With our many years of experience and innovative strength, we realize and support industrial plants for the production of gypsum building materials, focusing on the highest quality and efficiency.

The Knauf Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment, and we make all personnel decisions across all areas of our company based on experience, skills and integrity. We encourage applicants from all walks of life to apply for our positions, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, origin, religion and so forth.

Share our values and become part of the team to shape the future of Knauf together.