Fred Schröder - Partner Management; Project Manager

Q: Where is Fred based?

Fred is based in Gilching, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Fred speak?

Fred speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Fred have?

Fred has at least 20 years of experience. During this time, Fred has worked in at least 16 different roles and for 18 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 1 month . Note that Fred may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Fred's latest experience?

Fred's most recent position is Partner Management; Project Manager at Schröder Consultants UG .

Q: What companies has Fred worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Fred has worked for Schröder Consultants UG , Telekom Deutschland GmbH , LG Energy Solutions Europe GmbH , and Uniper AG .

Q: Which industries is Fred most experienced in?

Fred is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Transportation and Logistics , and Manufacturing . Fred also has some experience in Telecommunication , Government and Public Administration , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas is Fred most experienced in?

Fred is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology (IT) , and Operations . Fred also has some experience in Research and Development (R&D) , Audit , and Product Development .

Q: Which industries has Fred worked in recently?

Fred has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Professional Services , and Telecommunication .

Q: Which business areas has Fred worked in recently?

Fred has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology (IT) , and Product Development .

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Gilching, Germany

Experience

Mar 2024 - Present

2 years 1 month

Partner Management; Project Manager

Schröder Consultants UG

Finalized partner agreements with application providers for portfolio management (OnePlanTM) and project controlling (ForProjectTM), continued online training in tool usage and implementation
Led project for the relaunch of our own website with a focus on these applications
Developed and implemented about 60 PM standard methods according to ICB4 and PMBOK8 within the Microsoft scenario as a database application, integrated into M365 and MS Project on the MS Power Automate platform
Defined the PMSP (Project Management Standard Process), CMSP (Change Management Standard Process), and QMSB (Quality Management Process) to automate PM processes with the goal of launching in the MS Cloud in 2025
Developed an application for an organizational system (Table of Contents) for ChatGPT chats and projects
Tools: LinkedIn, ChatGPT, Gemini, Infinity, MS CoPilot, OnePlan, EVMS, Power Automate, SQLDB, O365, MS Project, MS Cloud, ICB4, PMBOK7

Sep 2022 - Feb 2024

1 year 6 months

Hybrid

Project Manager (hybrid)

Telekom Deutschland GmbH

Change & rollout in approx. 500 authorities under SÜ2, upgrade and replacement of the communication infrastructure
Created the process models for Change and Rollout processes as instructions from request for change to review report with a detailed task list
Implemented & operationalized with two teams & tracking systems for synchronization, coordination, and communication of all stakeholders, tasks, units, and subcontractors
Quantitative and qualitative improvement of digital technology in approx. 500 authorities, e.g., real-time image processing
Daily reporting for maximum availability of communication systems
Progressive, detailed project lifecycle management with fine-tuning of tasks and progress control in a regulated environment
Tools: MS Teams, O365, OTRS, ROT, Webex

Jan 2022 - Aug 2022

8 months

Project Manager (traditional)

LG Energy Solutions Europe GmbH

Rollout manager for ~3,000 customers for battery software updates and hardware replacements in D-A-CH-I-FR
Built a change management approach model with contract & claim management, GDPR, supply chain law, liability regulations, and hazardous materials logistics
Ensured legal operational safety with no recourse claims from end customers
Coordinated technical and organizational competencies to minimize catastrophic incidents and ensure the batteries' performance
Collaborated efficiently with international service providers and developed a centralized reporting system
Implemented a Zendesk ticket system and synchronized it with CRM
Tools: MS Teams, O365, MS Project, Visio, ZenDesk, GPortal, Webex, Database SQL

Feb 2021 - Jul 2021

6 months

Hybrid

Project Manager (hybrid)

Uniper AG

IT portfolio management for a multi-digit million-euro CAPEX budget
Developed an IT portfolio and project cost model for structured planning and control
Ensured continuous investment security and focus on business-relevant IT initiatives
Continuous reporting and harmonization of processes along the customer journey
Reconciled cost variances of IT applications for the digitalization of business processes
Tools: SharePoint, MS Teams, O365, DevOps, MS Project, Power BI, SAP, OKR

Jun 2019 - Sep 2019

4 months

Hybrid

Project Manager (hybrid)

ThyssenKrupp Elevator AG

Optimized project management processes within the TKE group
Agreed on a methodology based on 3P3M with the definition and implementation of an IT project management process with quality gates
Targeted efficiency improvements through method standardization and quality management systems using both agile and traditional methods
Identified improvement potentials for OPEX & CAPEX budgets
Introduced 15 EVM KPIs at quality gates, supported by end-to-end UAT and OAT
Trained the team following a step-by-step plan and communicated within the PM community
Reported progress including mock-ups
Tools: P3M3, PMBOK Guide, EVM Project Controlling, RISC Management, MS Project, O365

Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

6 months

Hybrid

Project Manager (Hybrid)

E. ON

Led the Digital Attacker portfolio for modern access to B2C and B2B customer applications
Defined and aligned the project goal with business processes and objectives
Documented the scope of the legacy platform with business, product, and epic owners (CJ, UX)
Created the roadmap and set up instances and teams according to SCRUM/SAFe
Fine-tuned development in coordination with regions and business units (UAT, OAT)
Aligned the roadmap with market and business development
Change and risk management impacting business outcomes
Scaled and specified budgets in cooperation with finance and business
Portfolio reporting up to board level
Tools: SCRUM, SAFe, DevOps, MS Project, O365

Nov 2017 - Jul 2018

9 months

Project Manager (Agile)

DB Netz AG

Digitized and operationalized traffic and logistics infrastructure
Prevented decommissioning of 30,000 km of rail lines through digital maintenance
Implemented a SCRUM-based operational process model using SQL on SAP R3 DVS in a handshake between two teams (BA + DevOps)
Georeferenced approx. 150 million infrastructure data points on 12" tablets for 10,000 DB employees
Developed and implemented a curriculum for DB track and SAP DVS technical support helpdesk staff
Served as Product Owner & SCRUM Master for the development and testing of the maintenance model in the DB cloud
Reported to senior VP level
Tools: SCRUM, MS Project, Oracle, SQL, Trello, O365

Jul 2017 - Aug 2017

2 months

Project Manager (Traditional)

BAMF - Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge

Submitted proposals to identify and introduce standardized IT project management
Created an agreed project charter with clear goals and risks
Integrated a change management concept for organizational transformation
Performed cost-benefit analysis (WIBE, CAPEX, OPEX) according to V-Model XT and ICB4/IPMA
Identified goals, risks, stakeholders, and constraints
Prepared workshops, curricula, and didactics, and reported at CIO level
Tools: PMBoK Guide/PMI, ICB/IPMA, P3M3, EVM Project Controlling, RISC Management, MS Project, O365

Aug 2015 - Aug 2016

1 year 1 month

Program Manager (Agile), Business Intelligence

Vodafone

Led three interim focus areas: VGE CLR statutory reporting, IFRS15 group accounting, DWH consolidation & integration
Completed all subprojects on time and within budget without data loss
Controlled project KPIs from EVM with SCRUM, JIRA, Confluence, and Kanban
Researched and transferred data, GUI with Tableau, MDM master data management
Managed testing with an offshore team in India and IT security control for data integrity
Initialized Agile BI projects, phase and WBS planning
Transferred big data from Otelo DWH at Arvato to Vodafone in real time
Tools: IFRS15, SDLC, SCRUM, JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, DevOps, O365

Oct 2014 - Jan 2017

2 years 4 months

Hybrid

Project Manager (Hybrid), IT Expert Witness

Amtsgericht München

Publicly appointed and sworn IT expert witness since 1997, example project at the Munich District Court
Examined technical systems and processes of a correctional facility according to mandate and regulations
Assessed contractual obligations of the landlord and general contractor for all trades
Mapped multiple detailed specifications: communication, video, audio, locking, and sensor systems
Monitored compliance with BSI and GDPR guidelines as well as the Supply Chain Act
Recorded system status and performed functional assessments of all systems, leading to improved operational safety
Mediated and facilitated workshops with up to 25 stakeholders
Crisis management during failures of the correctional facility control center
Reported to the court
Tools: construction & safety standards, GDPR & BSI standards, EVM, risk management, MS Project, O365

Sep 2014 - Apr 2015

8 months

Hybrid

Project Manager (Hybrid), Interim Service Manager

MediaCom GmbH

Stabilizing the ITSM Helpdesk (1st–3rd level support) for 600 users
On-/offshore software customizing for the central planning, purchasing, and billing system
Reduced open tickets from 900 to a sustainable level
Reorganized processes according to ITIL and trained the team for improved service quality
Introduced SCRUM processes in the Helpdesk (daily, burndown, backlog)
Agile SDLC for software defects and release management with nearshore & offshore service providers
Crisis management with stakeholders from six departments
Reporting to the board/executive management with KPIs from EVM
Tools: ITSM, ITIL, Agile SDLC, O365, OTRS, OSE

Feb 2014 - Apr 2014

3 months

Project Manager (traditional), Interim Service Management EDI.FACT Invoice

Lekkerland Information System

Agile project and team restructuring for EDI.FACT invoicing volume of €13 billion per year and approx. 5,000 users
Implemented the EDIFACT/e-invoicing application on SAP with IT security for online data transfer
Established 1st–3rd level helpdesk services (master backlog model)
Requirements management with controlling and crisis management for transfer failures
Test management of the EDI interfaces with controlling & sales departments
Tools: EDIFACT, SCRUM, MS Project, O365

Jun 2013 - Sep 2013

4 months

Project Manager (traditional) and PM Trainer

GRUMA Maschinen- & Fahrzeug-Großhändler

Business process analysis and identification of optimization potential for ERP implementation
Defined 12 projects in parallel and initialized the teams
Identified and implemented as-is/to-be processes
CEO coaching and KPI reporting using EVM
Conducted a project management certification course GPM/IPMA for employees
Tools: MS Project, O365, Standard PM ICB/IPMA

Apr 2012 - May 2013

1 year 2 months

Hybrid

Program Manager Interim (Hybrid)

HOLZMA GmbH

IT system reengineering and SDLC for a new order processing system in special-purpose machinery
Rebuilt internal teams and coordinated with offshore teams in India, Czech Republic, Finland
Introduced EVM project controlling and efficient test management up to DOD
Contract revision with the software vendor to define penalties, successfully enforced the penalty
Requirements engineering, requirements specification, MDM master data management
Established a 1st–3rd level helpdesk (master backlog model)
Introduced agile software development in the SDLC and PMO services for HOMAG
Tools: PMBoK Guide/PMI, ICB/IPMA, P3M3, EVM, RISC management, MS Project, O365

Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

1 year 1 month

Program Manager (Agile), Wealth Management

UBS AG

Transitioned the wealth management software and digitized business processes
Introduced agile software development (RUP) in an end-to-end SDLC under compliance requirements
Set up a user helpdesk and conducted international training sessions
100% project controlling with EVM based on MS Project and daily change management updates
PMO board reporting of KPIs
Tools: RUP, MS Project, Oracle, O365, EVM

Nov 2006 - Jul 2007

9 months

Project Manager (agile), Value Analysis DIN EN 12973

Schmack Biogas

Implementation of a program to optimize value chains in biogas plant construction according to DIN EN 12973
Analysis of current processes and identification of optimization potentials aiming for roughly 12% efficiency increase
Conducted a field study on 10 plants in Germany and the Netherlands
Workshop setup and team leadership to implement technical improvements and process optimizations
Tools: PMBOK Guide, EVM, risk management, MS Project, O365

Jan 2003 - Dec 2007

5 years

Hybrid

Program Manager (hybrid)

Würth AG

PM certification and ERP rollout with customization for Würth Phoenix in Italy, Switzerland, Spain, and Germany
Coaching, training, and business process engineering to develop the project management manual
Team building, concept and strategy planning over five years, with test management by key users
Change and rollout management, and data migration for master data and financial accounts
Integration of international nearshore and offshore development teams
Tools: MS Project Central Server, SCRUM, SAP, Navision, O365, Phoenix-ERP

Jan 1994 - Dec 1997

4 years

Hybrid

Project Manager (hybrid) for Transmodal GmbH

Joint Venture DB AG/Mannesmann AG

Set up a joint venture for combined road-rail-road freight transport in Germany and Europe (>50 million DM, approx. 50 core team members)
Strategic contract and cooperation management with BMV, BMBF, DUSS/DB AG, and KombiVerkehr
R&D funding control at TÜV Cologne and reporting to management and corporate boards
Construction management for the first reference project at the KV terminal in Erfurt
Development of an operations control system and a mobile handling crane to improve efficiency
Partner management with the Fraunhofer Society and other R&D partners
Tools: MS Project, O365, Visio

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Information Technology (7 years), Transportation (5 years), Telecommunication (2.5 years), Manufacturing (2.5 years), Government and Administration (2.5 years), and Professional Services (2 years).

Information Technology

Transportation

Telecommunication

Manufacturing

Government and Administration

Professional Services

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Project Management (20 years), Information Technology (13 years), Operations (11.5 years), Research and Development (4 years), Audit (2.5 years), and Product Development (2 years).

Project Management

Information Technology

Operations

Research and Development

Audit

Product Development

Summary

With over 54 years of experience in project management, I offer extensive expertise in digitalization, transformation, program and portfolio management, as well as stakeholder, change, and risk management, currently leveraging ChatGPT.

My skills range from strategic planning to the operational execution of complex projects in multicultural and international environments. I combine technical and interpersonal skills, methodological know-how, and strong communication to achieve sustainable, client-satisfying results.

Skills

Project Management: Certified Gpm/ipma Level B Senior Project Manager & Trainer
Iso10006
Icb/ipma
Pmbok Guide/pmi
Okr Objectives And Key Results
Agile Management: Scrum Master
Product Owner
Safe
Rup
Sdlc
Jira
Confluence
Strategic Leadership: Ppm Project Portfolio Management (Iso21504)
Resource Optimization
Stakeholder & Risk Management
Evm Earned Value Management - Project Controlling (Ansi/eia-748)
Business Competence: Contract Negotiations
Budget Control
Change Management
Process Optimization: Bpm(n) Aris
Kanban
Configuration Management (Iso 10007)
Value Analysis (En 12973)
Ai Chatgpt
Quality Management Iso90001

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Elementary

Italian

Elementary

Education

Oct 1971 - Jun 1976

TU Berlin

Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction and Transportation · Civil Engineering, Construction and Transportation · Berlin, Germany

Certifications & licenses

EVMS/ForProject Project Controlling, OnePlan Portfolio Management

Qualification: ChatGPT, AI, PPM, OnePlan Portfolio Management

Qualification: MS Teams, O365, OTRS, ROT, WebEx

Qualification: MS Teams, O365, MS Project, Visio, ZenDesk, GPortal, WebEx, Database SQL

Qualification: SharePoint, MS Teams, O365, DevOps, MS Project, Power BI, SAP, OKR

Qualification: PMBOK Guide/PMI, ICB/IPMA, P3M3 maturity model, EVM Project Controlling, RISC Management, MS Project, O365

Qualification: SCRUM, SAFe, Digital Attacker, O365, MS Project, DevOps

Qualification: SCRUM, MS Project, Trello, OKR, Oracle/SQL, SAP R3 DVS

Qualification: SCRUM Master & Product Owner, BDSG, BSI; WIBE (CAPEX, OPEX), V-Model XT, ICB4/IPMA

Qualification: IFRS15, SDLC, SCRUM, JIRA & Confluence

Qualification: ITSM, ITIL, Agile SDLC (BA-SD-DEV-TEST-DEPL), ticketing systems

Qualification: EDIFACT

Certified Test Equipment Manager (TÜV)

Certified Trainer (IHK)

Qualification: RUP Rational Unified Process

Qualification: PMBOK Guide, PMP

GPM Award Assessor

Certified GPM Project Management Trainer with IPMA Level B Senior Project Manager

Profile

Created

March 2024

Last Update

February 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Fred based?

Fred is based in Gilching, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Fred speak?

Fred speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary), Italian (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Fred have?

Fred has at least 20 years of experience. During this time, Fred has worked in at least 16 different roles and for 18 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 1 month. Note that Fred may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Fred be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Fred would be well-suited for roles such as: Partner Management; Project Manager, Project Manager (hybrid), Project Manager (traditional).

What is Fred's latest experience?

Fred's most recent position is Partner Management; Project Manager at Schröder Consultants UG.

What companies has Fred worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Fred has worked for Schröder Consultants UG, Telekom Deutschland GmbH, LG Energy Solutions Europe GmbH, and Uniper AG.

Which industries is Fred most experienced in?

Fred is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Transportation and Logistics, and Manufacturing. Fred also has some experience in Telecommunication, Government and Public Administration, and Energy.

Which business areas is Fred most experienced in?

Fred is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology (IT), and Operations. Fred also has some experience in Research and Development (R&D), Audit, and Product Development.

Which industries has Fred worked in recently?

Fred has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Professional Services, and Telecommunication.

Which business areas has Fred worked in recently?

Fred has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology (IT), and Product Development.

What is Fred's education?

Fred holds a Bachelor in Civil Engineering, Construction and Transportation from TU Berlin.

Does Fred have any certificates?

Fred has 18 certificates. Among them, these include: EVMS/ForProject Project Controlling, OnePlan Portfolio Management, Qualification: ChatGPT, AI, PPM, OnePlan Portfolio Management, Qualification: MS Teams, O365, OTRS, ROT, and WebEx.

What is the availability of Fred?

Fred is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Fred?

Fred's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.