Lea Elmerhaus
Cambridge
Summary
Proactive Project Engineer experienced in managing complex construction-related project activities. Skilled in managing project workflows, monitoring progress on-site, and ensuring all work aligns with engineering specifications. Recognised for strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with contractors, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Project engineer
thyssenkrupp MillServices & Systems GmbH
Oberhausen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
01.2024 - 10.2025
- Planned, coordinated and led various construction projects with a value up to €3.5m in special engineering from start to completion, ensuring on-time delivery, adherence to budget, and compliance with defined quality standards.
- Supervised a plant expansion project in close collaboration with multiple operational departments, resulting in a 25% increase in overall production capacity
- Developed and coordinated technical concepts and specifications with internal and external stakeholders, including managing building permit requirements and maintaining regular communication with regional authorities
- Compiled and maintained comprehensive project records and documentation to ensure complete transparency, monitor project performance, and deliver clear reports to management
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams by providing technical support and assistance to drive project success
- Optimised a key production process by establishing targeted KPIs, enhancing cross-functional communication through clear responsibility allocation, and instituting sustainable documentation practices to elevate transparency and performance
Working student
Bosch Rexroth AG
Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted the service-sales team with the preparation of spare parts quotations in SAP, including client consultations as well as the recording and monitoring of orders.
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes
- Evaluated and interpreted sales data to identify trends and recommend improvements
- Contributed to the planning and execution of company events, resulting in increased employee engagement and satisfaction
Internship in Project Management
Daimler Truck AG
Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Supported the project team by organising meetings, preparing project presentations and reports for the project lead and conducted workshops
- Identified, tracked and managed risks utilising the project management tool Cplace
- Updated the internal specification book and liaised with departments at both national and international levels to gather information
Education
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
Technical University Dortmund, Germany
10/2021 - 06/2023
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Technical University Dortmund, Germany
10/2017 - 10/2021
Abitur -
Gymnasium Eickel, Herne, Germany
08/2008 - 07/2016
Skills
- SAP
- Cplace
- MS Office
Certification
- Driving License category B
- Professional Scrum Master I
Languages
German
Native
English
Fluent
Spanish
Upper intermediate
Affiliations
- Tennis, Jogging, Boxing
- Travelling
Timeline
Project engineer
thyssenkrupp MillServices & Systems GmbH
01.2024 - 10.2025
Working student
Bosch Rexroth AG
02.2022 - 06.2023
Internship in Project Management
Daimler Truck AG
05.2021 - 11.2021
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
Technical University Dortmund, Germany
10/2021 - 06/2023
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Technical University Dortmund, Germany
10/2017 - 10/2021
Abitur -
Gymnasium Eickel, Herne, Germany
08/2008 - 07/2016