Rainer Schweighofer - Project Manager and Change Manager

Q: Where is Rainer based?

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

Q: What languages does Rainer speak?

Rainer speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Rainer have?

Rainer has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Rainer has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 1 company . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months . Note that Rainer may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Rainer's latest experience?

Rainer's most recent position is Project Manager and Change Manager at Independent Consultant .

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

In recent years, Rainer has worked for Independent Consultant .

Q: Which industries is Rainer most experienced in?

Rainer is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT) , Energy , and Transportation and Logistics . Rainer also has some experience in Construction , Utility Services , and Pharmaceutical .

Q: Which business areas is Rainer most experienced in?

Rainer is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Logistics , and Information Technology (IT) . Rainer also has some experience in Operations , Supply Chain Management , and Quality Assurance (QA) .

Q: Which industries has Rainer worked in recently?

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

Q: Which business areas has Rainer worked in recently?

Rainer has recently worked in business areas like Project Management .

Recommended expert

Altötting, Germany

Experience

Jul 2025 - Present

8 months

Project Manager and Change Manager

Independent Consultant

Project management and change management for designing and planning the merger of organizational units, including structural and organizational measures

Apr 2025 - Present

11 months

Program Manager

Independent Consultant

Program management for a GIS upgrade (Geographic Information System) with step-by-step rollout of individual modules

Mar 2023 - May 2025

2 years 3 months

Program Manager

Independent Consultant

Program management for designing and planning a biomass power plant, including related infrastructure projects

May 2021 - May 2022

1 year 1 month

Project Manager

Independent Consultant

Project management for site analysis and planning, including development of a pressure zone concept for two refinery sites

Jan 2020 - Feb 2023

3 years 2 months

Project Manager and Program Manager

Independent Consultant

Project management for the S4/HANA HCM and R2R implementation
From October 2021, overall program manager responsible for all modules until the successful go-live on January 1, 2023, including the subsequent hypercare phase

Oct 2018 - Dec 2019

1 year 3 months

Project Manager and Consultant

Independent Consultant

Development of a logistics concept including track construction and gantry crane for a company site

Aug 2017 - Jun 2019

1 year 11 months

Project Manager

Independent Consultant

Concept development for the renovation or new construction of cooling towers for a refinery

Oct 2015 - Jul 2017

1 year 10 months

Project Manager

Independent Consultant

Implementation of a system for remote meter reading and energy data management for the supply and disposal sector

Jan 2015 - Apr 2016

1 year 4 months

Project Manager and Consultant

Independent Consultant

Development of a hazardous materials storage concept
From July 2015 expansion to an overall storage concept for the site of a pharmaceutical company

Feb 2014 - Oct 2014

9 months

Project Manager and Consultant

Independent Consultant

Development of a spare parts storage concept with planning of various variants (e.g. merging existing warehouses into a central warehouse vs. decentralized storage) for an external client

Mar 2013 - May 2014

1 year 3 months

Project Manager

Independent Consultant

Factory planning to consolidate workshops and storage areas in the technical department (phases: objective definition, requirements analysis, conceptual planning and detailed planning)

Apr 2012 - Feb 2013

11 months

Consultant

Independent Consultant

Defining and mapping several action alternatives in a logistics simulation for decision-making regarding the design of loading points and necessary resources for rail loading in collaboration with a simulation service provider

Apr 2012 - Oct 2012

7 months

Project Manager

Independent Consultant

Designing a measurement data management system in collaboration with the IT Services business unit for an external client

Nov 2011 - Jul 2012

9 months

Project Manager and Consultant

Independent Consultant

Continuing the master plan project to carry out layout planning in collaboration with the construction project management department for an external client

Jan 2011 - Nov 2011

11 months

Project Manager

Independent Consultant

Developing a traffic concept with an operational safety concept as part of a master plan project in collaboration with the construction project management, plant safety and IT Services departments for an external client

Jun 2010 - Dec 2010

7 months

Project Manager

Independent Consultant

Company-wide documentation and visualization of the software system landscape in collaboration with the Business Unit IT Services for an external client

Oct 2009 - Mar 2010

6 months

Subproject Manager

Independent Consultant

Layout planning for truck and warehouse logistics as part of developing an operational safety concept in cooperation with the departments of construction project management and plant safety for an external client

Apr 2007 - Sep 2007

6 months

Subproject Manager

Independent Consultant

Preparation of the requirements specification for the SAP LES implementation including subsequent implementation (ISG) for the logistics department

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 (5.5 years), Energy (5 years), Transportation (3.5 years), Construction (2.5 years), Utilities (2 years), and Pharmaceutical (1.5 years).

Information Technology

Energy

Transportation

Construction

Utilities

Pharmaceutical

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 (16 years), Logistics (3.5 years), Information Technology (3 years), Operations (2.5 years), Supply Chain Management (1.5 years), and Quality Assurance (1 year).

Project Management

Logistics

Information Technology

Operations

Supply Chain Management

Quality Assurance

Summary

I have extensive experience leading projects and programs in complex environments across various industries including energy, IT, logistics, and pharma. I specialize in change management, system rollouts, and strategic planning of organizational and infrastructural changes. I have successfully managed large-scale initiatives, from GIS upgrades to process optimizations in refining and production.

My background in business administration helps me design tailored solutions and implement innovative concepts that meet specific client needs. I focus on clear communication, practical planning, and timely delivery to ensure successful project outcomes.

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Intermediate

Education

Regensburg University of Applied Sciences

Diploma in Business Administration (FH) · Business Administration

Profile

Created

February 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Rainer based?

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

What languages does Rainer speak?

Rainer speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Rainer have?

Rainer has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Rainer has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 1 company. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months. Note that Rainer may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Rainer be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Rainer would be well-suited for roles such as: Project Manager and Change Manager, Program Manager, Project Manager.

What is Rainer's latest experience?

Rainer's most recent position is Project Manager and Change Manager at Independent Consultant.

What companies has Rainer worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Rainer has worked for Independent Consultant.

Which industries is Rainer most experienced in?

Rainer is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Energy, and Transportation and Logistics. Rainer also has some experience in Construction, Utility Services, and Pharmaceutical.

Which business areas is Rainer most experienced in?

Rainer is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Logistics, and Information Technology (IT). Rainer also has some experience in Operations, Supply Chain Management, and Quality Assurance (QA).

Which industries has Rainer worked in recently?

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

Which business areas has Rainer worked in recently?

Rainer has recently worked in business areas like Project Management.

What is Rainer's education?

Rainer attended Regensburg University of Applied Sciences for Business Administration.

What is the availability of Rainer?

Rainer will be available part-time from March 2026.

What is the rate of Rainer?

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