What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Project Manager position at SIXT?
As an IT Project Manager at SIXT, you will play a critical role in driving technology execution that enables our rapid growth across the United States. Reporting into IT leadership and partnering closely with Operations, Infrastructure, and global stakeholders, you will lead the planning and execution of technology initiatives that support new branch openings, infrastructure deployments, and operational enhancements.
This role is ideal for structured, solution-oriented professionals who thrive in fast-paced, multi-project environments and enjoy turning complex technical initiatives into scalable, repeatable execution frameworks.
YOUR ROLE AT SIXT
You lead IT readiness planning for new branch openings, ensuring all infrastructure, systems, and technology components are fully operational prior to launch
You define project scope, timelines, milestones, and measurable success criteria while aligning execution with global SIXT standards
You coordinate cross-functional stakeholders including Operations, Facilities, Security, Vendors, and global IT teams to ensure seamless project delivery
You establish clear go / no-go readiness criteria, proactively identifying risks and escalating blockers to maintain launch timelines
You develop and maintain standardized branch opening playbooks, governance frameworks, and documentation to drive consistency across markets
You provide structured status reporting and executive-ready updates to leadership, ensuring transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision making
YOUR SKILLS MATTER
Education & Experience – You bring 3–5 years of experience managing IT, infrastructure, or systems implementation projects, ideally within multi-site or operational environments
Project Leadership & Organization – You are highly organized, able to manage multiple concurrent initiatives under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
Stakeholder Management – You effectively collaborate across technical and non-technical teams, building alignment between Operations, Vendors, and IT partners
Risk & Governance Mindset – You proactively identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure projects adhere to defined governance and quality standards
Technical Tools – You are experienced with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or similar platforms
Certifications & Travel – PMP certification is preferred; you are authorized to work in the United States and available for travel as required
WHAT WE OFFER
Comprehensive Benefits Package – Enjoy medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a 401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and company holidays to support work-life balance
High-Impact Visibility – Work on mission-critical initiatives with direct exposure to leadership and global teams
Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your career within a rapidly expanding, international mobility leader
Hybrid Work Format – Flexible hybrid work environment with travel as required for branch launches and key initiatives
Employee Rental Discounts – Access exclusive rental rates for you and your family
About us:
We are a globally leading mobility service provider with a revenue of €4.00 billion and around 9,000 employees worldwide. Our mobility platform ONE combines our products SIXT rent (car rental), SIXT share (car sharing), SIXT ride (taxi, ride, and chauffeur services), and SIXT (car subscription), giving our customers access to our fleet of 350,000 vehicles, the services of 4,000 cooperation partners, and around 5 million drivers worldwide. Together with our franchise partners, we are present in more than 110 countries at 2,000 rental stations. At SIXT, top-tier customer experience and outstanding customer service are our highest priorities. We believe in true entrepreneurship and long-term stability and align our corporate strategy with foresight. Get started with us and apply now!
This role is ideal for structured, solution-oriented professionals who thrive in fast-paced, multi-project environments and enjoy turning complex technical initiatives into scalable, repeatable execution frameworks.
YOUR ROLE AT SIXT
You lead IT readiness planning for new branch openings, ensuring all infrastructure, systems, and technology components are fully operational prior to launch
You define project scope, timelines, milestones, and measurable success criteria while aligning execution with global SIXT standards
You coordinate cross-functional stakeholders including Operations, Facilities, Security, Vendors, and global IT teams to ensure seamless project delivery
You establish clear go / no-go readiness criteria, proactively identifying risks and escalating blockers to maintain launch timelines
You develop and maintain standardized branch opening playbooks, governance frameworks, and documentation to drive consistency across markets
You provide structured status reporting and executive-ready updates to leadership, ensuring transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision making
YOUR SKILLS MATTER
Education & Experience – You bring 3–5 years of experience managing IT, infrastructure, or systems implementation projects, ideally within multi-site or operational environments
Project Leadership & Organization – You are highly organized, able to manage multiple concurrent initiatives under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
Stakeholder Management – You effectively collaborate across technical and non-technical teams, building alignment between Operations, Vendors, and IT partners
Risk & Governance Mindset – You proactively identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure projects adhere to defined governance and quality standards
Technical Tools – You are experienced with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or similar platforms
Certifications & Travel – PMP certification is preferred; you are authorized to work in the United States and available for travel as required
WHAT WE OFFER
Comprehensive Benefits Package – Enjoy medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a 401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and company holidays to support work-life balance
High-Impact Visibility – Work on mission-critical initiatives with direct exposure to leadership and global teams
Career Growth Opportunities – Advance your career within a rapidly expanding, international mobility leader
Hybrid Work Format – Flexible hybrid work environment with travel as required for branch launches and key initiatives
Employee Rental Discounts – Access exclusive rental rates for you and your family
About us:
We are a globally leading mobility service provider with a revenue of €4.00 billion and around 9,000 employees worldwide. Our mobility platform ONE combines our products SIXT rent (car rental), SIXT share (car sharing), SIXT ride (taxi, ride, and chauffeur services), and SIXT (car subscription), giving our customers access to our fleet of 350,000 vehicles, the services of 4,000 cooperation partners, and around 5 million drivers worldwide. Together with our franchise partners, we are present in more than 110 countries at 2,000 rental stations. At SIXT, top-tier customer experience and outstanding customer service are our highest priorities. We believe in true entrepreneurship and long-term stability and align our corporate strategy with foresight. Get started with us and apply now!