Project Manager for cost/value management or benchmarking

We are looking for a Project Manager with professional consulting experience in cost engineering and benchmarking to join our Budapest office.

As part of our currently forming team, you will manage complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Main responsibilities:

• Own full profit and loss responsibility for assigned consulting engagements
• Lead project teams independently, motivating them to meet ambitious goals within tight timelines
• Deliver high-quality client presentations using PowerPoint and similar tools with clarity and impact
• Apply standard project management tools and frameworks within structured PMO environments
• Assess and optimize product and process costs across the entire product development lifecycle
• Interpret product development plans and requirements to identify and realize cost improvement opportunities
• Lead integrated, cross-functional teams by applying your engineering and design experience
• Collaborate with procurement teams to support cost negotiations and sourcing strategies
• Analyze and implement engineering optimizations with a focus on technical integration and cost impact
• Apply advanced cost optimization methodologies such as VAVE, GAP analysis, and benchmarking
• Understand standard manufacturing processes and their cost implications for mechanical and electronic components

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering with a relevant focus; an MBA is preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in consulting or industry, ideally in cost/value management or benchmarking
• Strong technical expertise and the ability to evaluate engineering and cost trade-offs with confidence
• Experience leading teams and solving complex challenges in fast-paced environments
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong analytical and solution-driven thinking
• Hands-on experience in product development, production, or procurement is considered as advantage
• Excellent communication skills, including fluency in English, and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels
• High willingness to travel and work on-site with clients across national and international settings
• Familiarity with industries such as automotive, off-highway, industrial goods, aerospace, or electronics is a strong plus