POLARIXPARTNER Project Manager

POLARIXPARTNER, a subsidiary of Roland Berger, one of the world’s leading management consulting firms, is looking for a Project Manager with experience in cost engineering, VAVE, and benchmark analysis to join our team. As an experienced team of experts, we take a holistic and solution-oriented approach, setting benchmarks in solving complex business challenges. We work hand-in-hand with our clients to address their most pressing issues. A relentless commitment to quality and an interdisciplinary consulting approach guide us in developing and implementing effective concepts and solutions. 

Roland Berger is a global management consultancy for transformation, innovation across all industries, and performance improvement. Founded in 1967 in our home city of Munich, we are one of the leading representatives of our industry, with more than 50 offices and 3,500 dedicated colleagues around the world. What unites us all is the goal of making a positive contribution for our clients and their entire value chain, and harmonizing business and society with a sustainable outlook. 

• Manage complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders. 

• Own full profit and loss responsibility for assigned consulting engagements. 

• Lead project teams independently, motivating them to meet ambitious goals within tight timelines. 

• Deliver high-quality client presentations using PowerPoint and similar tools with clarity and impact. 

• Apply standard project management tools and frameworks within structured PMO environments. 

• Assess and optimize product and process costs across the entire product development lifecycle. 

• Interpret product development plans and requirements to identify and realize cost improvement opportunities. 

• Lead integrated, cross-functional teams by applying your engineering and design experience. 

• Collaborate with procurement teams to support cost negotiations and sourcing strategies. 

• Analyze and implement engineering optimizations with a focus on technical integration and cost impact. 

• Apply advanced cost optimization methodologies such as VAVE, GAP analysis, and benchmarking. 

• Understand standard manufacturing processes and their cost implications for mechanical and electronic components. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering with a relevant focus in Cost Engineering; an MBA is preferred. 
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in consulting or industry, ideally in procurement, product development, or production.

• Strong technical expertise and the ability to evaluate engineering and cost trade-offs with confidence. 

• Experience leading teams and solving complex challenges in fast-paced environments. 

• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong analytical and solution-driven thinking. 

• Excellent communication skills, including fluency in English, and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. 

• High willingness to travel and work on-site with clients across national and international settings. 

• Familiarity with industries such as automotive, off-highway, industrial goods, aerospace, or electronics is a strong plus. 

Roland Berger provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, military and veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Roland Berger is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact your recruiter.

If applying within the US, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future. 

The estimated base salary for this role is $150,000-$165,000. This estimate reflects the best estimate at the time of this posting, and does not guarantee any specific salary for this position. It is important to note that at Roland Berger, individual salaries are determined on a case-by-case basis based on experience, education, office location, start date and organizational needs. Roland Berger will review your performance at least annually and may adjust your salary in its sole discretion 

This role is eligible for additional compensation, and is eligible for an annual bonus. 

Roland Berger is committed to the health and well-being of our colleagues, as is reflected in our comprehensive total rewards program offered to eligible colleagues.