Project Manager at Cognite

Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Ability to own end-to-end project delivery from kickoff to closure, including scope, budget, quality, and customer outcomes
Experience translating use case objectives into quantifiable business KPIs and leading Value Realization Workshops
Proficiency in developing detailed project plans covering scope, schedule, resources, budget, risks, and quality
Skills in proactively managing dependencies, blockers, and complex system integrations connecting OT/IT data sources with agile methodology
Capability to ensure project delivery aligns with customer strategic goals (e.g., operational excellence, safety, sustainability, cost reduction) through reporting and executive briefings
Experience updating stakeholders (e.g., Account Executives, Customer Business Executives) on project status, scope, risks, and financial performance
Ability to partner with Product team, escalate gaps via governance channels, and safeguard contractual commitments
Expertise in handling project financials including bookings, revenue recognition, cost tracking, margin analysis, and forecasting
Strong communication skills as main point of contact for customers, managing governance, steering committees, and executive briefings
Proficiency in overseeing customer satisfaction, partner/vendor relationships, process documentation, change management, user training, adoption support, and stakeholder liaison across teams (Engineering, Product, Customer Success)

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end project delivery from contract signing through deployment and value realization, ensuring alignment with customer strategic priorities and measurable business impact
Translate use case objectives into quantifiable business KPIs and lead Value Realization Workshops to establish baselines and demonstrate impact
Develop detailed project plans covering scope, schedule, resources, budget, risks, and quality, proactively managing dependencies and blockers
Manage complex system integrations connecting OT/IT data sources using agile methodology and continuous stakeholder engagement
Ensure project delivery aligns with customer strategic goals through regular reporting and executive briefings
Regularly update Account Executives (AEs), Customer Business Executives (CBEs), and key stakeholders on project status, scope, risks, and financial performance
Partner with Product team for committed features/capabilities, escalating gaps through governance channels to protect time-to-value and satisfaction
Handle project financials including bookings, revenue recognition, cost tracking, margin analysis, forecasting, and transparent reporting to Portfolio Manager
Act as main customer point of contact, managing governance processes, leading steering committee meetings, and providing executive briefings
Oversee customer satisfaction management, partner/vendor relationships, process documentation, change management activities (e.g., user training, adoption support), and internal team liaison

Skills

Project Management

AI Implementation

Industrial AI

Scope Management

Budget Management

Stakeholder Management

Agile

Risk Management

Customer Delivery

Value Realization

Cognite

Industrial data management for asset-heavy industries

About Cognite

Cognite specializes in managing industrial data and facilitating digital transformation for asset-heavy industries like oil and gas, power and utilities, and manufacturing. Its main product, Cognite Data Fusion, integrates and organizes data from various sources, making it easier for businesses to analyze and utilize this information effectively. This process, known as data contextualization, enhances the relevance of data for better decision-making. Cognite operates on a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, allowing clients to subscribe to its software, which provides a consistent revenue stream and access to ongoing updates. Additionally, Cognite offers consulting services to assist clients in optimizing their use of the software. The company's goal is to help industries improve their operations through better data management and digital solutions.

Bærum, NorwayHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$219.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Compensation + 401(k) with employer matching

Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages with premiums fully covered for employees and all dependents

Unlimited PTO + flexibility to enjoy it

Paid Parental Leave Program

Learning & Development Stipends

Global Mobility & Exchange Program

Company Paid Friday Lunch via DoorDash + Fully Stocked Fridges in the offices

Risks

Emerging industrial AI startups pose a threat to Cognite's market share.

Geopolitical tensions could disrupt operations in key regions like the Middle East.

Reliance on cloud providers introduces risks related to data security and outages.

Differentiation

Cognite Data Fusion integrates and contextualizes data for asset-heavy industries.

Cognite offers a subscription-based SaaS model, ensuring continuous software updates.

Cognite's solutions enhance safety, sustainability, and efficiency in industrial operations.

Upsides

Cognite's partnership with Google Cloud enhances scalability and security for data management.

The launch of Cognite Embedded opens new innovation avenues for industrial software builders.

Cognite's joint venture with Saudi Aramco expands its influence in the MENA region.

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