Strategic Projects Manager
Lausanne Area, Switzerland
Architectural projects & Real estate:- Opened 5 Centres of Excellence in Switzerland & Europe including relocation strategy and works, out of which 2 in factories within 15 months- Defined office environment globally from space to branding, behaviour and culture- Managed and executed entire project lifecycle from timelines to schedules, budget and compliance (lifecycle raging of 3-12 months)- Managed contractors and partners for best execution- Communicated with all involved parties (Steering Committee, project managers and employees)- Ensured documentation in collaboration with the project teams- Defined and implemented medium- and long-term real estate strategy including negotiations (savings 10+ mio)- Led site closure and move of 500 people within 3 months including accompanying in the change of a new unassigned work environment.Organizational design & Change management:- Managed program of 6 projects in parallel - Supported organizational design and relocation strategy for 4 business units- Aligned reorganization plans with group strategy- Accompanied people in the relocation (100) and in the change (700)