As one of the organisational change management projects hosted within ESO's Integrated Operations Programme (IOP), the mission of the project manager is to ensure the successful planning, execution, and completion of IOP projects for ESO's next generation Observatory operations model.

The project manager is responsible for aligning the IOP project with ESO's overall strategic goals and ensuring that the implemented system meets the requirements of the programme.

In direct collaboration with the Project Coordination Office (PCO) manager, the selected candidate will work with a team of programme engineers and operations experts on the development and execution of a multi‑project plan to implement a process‑based lean operations model for the entire operations structure of the VLT and ELT facilities. This role offers significant challenges, as you will collaborate with numerous stakeholders and gain valuable experience in a multicultural and global env...