Walter Grosshammer - Contractor

Q: Where is Walter based?

Walter is based in Zeltweg, Austria and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Walter speak?

Walter speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Walter have?

Walter has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Walter has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 16 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months . Note that Walter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Walter's latest experience?

Walter's most recent position is Contractor at Self Employed .

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

In recent years, Walter has worked for Self Employed , AirJet SB Fahrzeugtrockner GmbH , Linde Gas Germany , and Koch Solutions GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Walter most experienced in?

Walter is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Metals and Mining , and Construction . Walter also has some experience in Chemical , Transportation and Logistics , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Walter most experienced in?

Walter is most experienced in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing , Project Management , and Operations . Walter also has some experience in Production/Manufacturing , Sales , and Supply Chain Management .

Q: Which industries has Walter worked in recently?

Walter has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics , Chemical , and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Walter worked in recently?

Walter has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Operations , and Supply Chain Management .

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Zeltweg, Austria

Experience

Sep 2024 - Present

1 year 5 months

Contractor

Self Employed

Project scheduling in Primavera P6
Project control

Jan 2024 - Oct 2024

10 months

Germany

Supply Chain and Scheduling Specialist

AirJet SB Fahrzeugtrockner GmbH

Set up supply chain and scheduling

Oct 2022 - Dec 2023

1 year 3 months

Finland

Scheduling Specialist

Linde Gas Germany

Scheduling in MS Project
Document-driven progress reporting

Oct 2022 - Dec 2022

3 months

United States

Procurement Support

Self Employed

Negotiated with local pipework suppliers
Negotiated with piling companies

Feb 2022 - Oct 2022

9 months

Engineer

Self Employed

Designed and engineered a patented drying device

Apr 2021 - Dec 2021

9 months

Saudi Arabia

Scheduling Specialist

Linde Gas Germany

Resource loaded schedule in Primavera P6

Apr 2019 - Mar 2021

2 years

Germany

Chief Procurement Officer

Koch Solutions GmbH

Organized overall supply chain operations including scheduling, QA/QC and purchasing
Selected vendors and steered the logistics team for container and break-bulk shipments for international projects in Russia, Cuba and Thailand
Evaluated past performance data to forecast needs and production scheduling
Setup and supported data management processes for the supply chain with interfaces to engineering, project management, sales, accounting and aftersales departments

Jan 2018 - Mar 2019

1 year 3 months

Brunsbüttel, Germany

Contractor/Scheduling Specialist

Covestro Deutschland AG

Re-scheduling and system setup integration of a tracking system for mechanical erection of steel structure including equipment and prefabrication
Managed on-site installation of piping systems, process control technology, insulation and loop checks for an extension investment project (MDI and MDA) in the chemical industry

Mar 2017 - Aug 2017

6 months

Vienna, Austria

Contractor/Scheduling Specialist

FMT Ferro Technik GmbH

Planned mechanical erection including piping for a complex industrial furnace project at a continuous hot dip galvanizing plant for Arcelor Mittal in Ghent, Belgium using MS Project

Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

2 years

Wadgassen, Germany

Management Consultant

Minerals Division FLSmidth Wadgassen GmbH

Managed fabrication and mechanical erection support for the Jorf Lasfar project in Morocco
Planned and managed steel fabrication according to DIN 18800 standards including machining, trial assembling, surface treatment, shipment, trial erection and documentation for an 8,000-ton project (2 ship grab unloaders, 2 shiploaders)
Managed steel structure fabrication for galleries and conveyors by local subcontractors in Casablanca, Morocco

Jan 2014 - Dec 2014

1 year

Leoben, Austria

Consultant/Supply Manager

Sandvik Mining & Construction Materials Handling GmbH & Co KG

Managed fabrication planning and execution of steel structure (E-houses) by subcontractors in ABB Bangalore, MPP Bangalore, Calcutta and TTE/GCS Bangkok to meet quality and schedule requirements

Sep 2013 - Apr 2014

8 months

Nantong, China

European Agent

RHM

Represented a heavy machine building fabricator for cranes, offshore projects and bulk handling materials and stock yard equipment in China

Jan 2011 - Aug 2013

2 years 8 months

Çorlu, Turkey

General Manager

IPCS Makine Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Sirketi

Planned, established and managed a steel fabrication and machining workshop covering welding, bending, rolling and surface treatment for the recycling industry (Lindner Recycling GmbH)
Executed manufacturing and mechanical installation for long travel arrangements for a shiploader project for Sandvik Canada

Dec 2006 - Aug 2013

6 years 9 months

Zeltweg, Austria

General Manager

IPC&S Grosshammer GmbH

Managed general operations of steelwork, logistics and erection projects nationally and internationally
Led sales, procurement, logistics and installation of steel fabrication projects
Identified new market sectors and developed market penetration strategies
Developed client, consultant and supplier relationships and prepared technical presentations
Formulated corporate policies and strategies for marketing, projects and operations
Ensured profitability through target achievement, pricing decisions and budget control

Aug 2006 - Present

19 years 6 months

Self Employed

Oct 2003 - Aug 2006

2 years 11 months

Procurement and Project Manager

Voest Alpine Material Handling

Managed procurement of steel structures and machine-building components for the global market

Feb 2001 - Sep 2003

2 years 8 months

Austria

Lead Buyer for Investments

AT&S Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik AG

Led global investment purchasing for all plants; main investment in a new fabrication plant in Shanghai, China

Mar 1997 - Jan 2001

3 years 11 months

Zeltweg, Austria

Project Manager, Project Planning/Sales and Technical Procurement

VA TECH VOEST Zeltweg Montage GmbH

Jan 1992 - Dec 1993

2 years

Zeltweg, Austria

Fitter and Boilermaker

VOEST-ALPINE Montage GmbH Zeltweg

Jan 1986 - Dec 1992

7 years

CNC Turner

VOEST-ALPINE Bergtechnik GmbH

Summary

A professional with 36 years of experience in project management, fabrication, and erection of heavy machinery for stockyards and harbor material handling systems, meeting quality, cost, and schedule targets.

Extensive background in qualifying and developing new suppliers, identifying issues in manufacturing, analyzing them, and finding solutions for improvement.

Proven track record in quality assurance of steel structures and machine building projects for international clients.

Experienced in reporting project status and progress to consultants and owners during planning and execution, reviewing all work areas.

Strong skills in scheduling and tracking large-scale projects within tight schedules, controlling cost and quality; experienced in fabrication operations, removing redundant processes, and managing design and development with a focus on adding value.

Detail-oriented and analytical professional with extensive international experience in procurement management.

Skills

Mechanical Fabrication & Erection
Procurement & Supply Chain
Claim Management
Scheduling & Tracking With Primavera P6 And Ms Project
Liaison & Coordination
General Management
Contract Negotiations
Auto Cad 11
Sketchup
Fusion 360
Ms Office: Word, Excel And Powerpoint
Primavera P6
Ms Project
Sap (Procurement Module)
Epicor

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1996 - Jun 1997

Higher Technical College for Mechanical Engineering

Engineer · Mechanical Engineering · Zeltweg, Austria

Oct 1988 - Jun 1989

VOEST ALPINE Aktiengesellschaft

Machine Turner and Milling Cutter · Zeltweg, Austria

Oct 1985 - Jun 1986

Higher Technical College for Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering · Zeltweg, Austria

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

Incoterms 2020

International Chamber Of Commerce

SCC Security Certification Contractor

Profile

Created

January 2026

Last Update

January 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Walter based?

Walter is based in Zeltweg, Austria and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Walter speak?

Walter speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Walter have?

Walter has at least 36 years of experience. During this time, Walter has worked in at least 17 different roles and for 16 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 10 months. Note that Walter may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Walter be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Walter would be well-suited for roles such as: Contractor, Supply Chain and Scheduling Specialist, Scheduling Specialist.

What is Walter's latest experience?

Walter's most recent position is Contractor at Self Employed.

What companies has Walter worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Walter has worked for Self Employed, AirJet SB Fahrzeugtrockner GmbH, Linde Gas Germany, and Koch Solutions GmbH.

Which industries is Walter most experienced in?

Walter is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Metals and Mining, and Construction. Walter also has some experience in Chemical, Transportation and Logistics, and Automotive.

Which business areas is Walter most experienced in?

Walter is most experienced in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing, Project Management, and Operations. Walter also has some experience in Production/Manufacturing, Sales, and Supply Chain Management.

Which industries has Walter worked in recently?

Walter has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics, Chemical, and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Walter worked in recently?

Walter has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Operations, and Supply Chain Management.

What is Walter's education?

Walter holds a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from Higher Technical College for Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor in Machine Turner and Milling Cutter from VOEST ALPINE Aktiengesellschaft.

Does Walter have any certificates?

Walter has 2 certificates. These include: Incoterms 2020 and SCC Security Certification Contractor.

What is the availability of Walter?

Walter will be available full-time from April 2026.

What is the rate of Walter?

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