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Linn Sonder

Linn Sonder

Berlin

Summary

Experienced Director with a proven track record in project management, strategic growth, and stakeholder engagement. Specializing in hospitality, leisure, and fit-out projects, with expertise in managing large-scale initiatives for multinational clients. Adept at leading diverse teams, ensuring operational efficiency, and driving long-term business success.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

DIRECTOR

SteadWay GmbH
11.2024 - Current
  • Leading the hospitality and leisure sector with a focus on strategic growth and innovation
  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships to explore new opportunities
  • Overseeing project leadership, ensuring collaborative execution and alignment with company goals

Associate Director

SteadWay GmbH
02.2021 - 11.2024
  • Managed successful project delivery and overall business development
  • Led hospitality and leisure projects, fostering key client relationships
  • Developed and implemented strategies for operational efficiency

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

SteadWay GmbH
12.2018 - 01.2021
  • Led multiple teams on a large-scale hotel refurbishment project in Berlin
  • Managed key accounts, including Amazon, ensuring smooth project execution
  • Provided strategic oversight for project planning and delivery

Project and Cost Manager

SteadWay GmbH
04.2015 - 11.2018
  • Managed a major fit-out project for a blue-chip client in Zurich, Switzerland and major international clients like Google and Amazon
  • Coordinated with diverse teams across multiple countries to ensure high-quality execution
  • Maintained cost control and budget management while optimizing project outcomes

Project Manager / Project Owner/ Financial Institutions

ARCADIS GMBH
07.2013 - 03.2015
  • Assisted the PMO overseeing the refurbishment and fit-out of over 700 Deutsche Bank branches
  • Assisted in process reengineering and program management activities
  • Managed cost, quality, and time control while coordinating key stakeholders

Project Manager / Project Owner/ Financial Institutions

EC Harris GMBH
11.2011 - 07.2013
  • Assisted the PMO overseeing the refurbishment and fit-out of over 700 Deutsche Bank branches
  • Assisted in process reengineering and program management activities
  • Managed cost, quality, and time control while coordinating key stakeholders

Graduate Project Manager

DU Diederichs Projektmanagement AG & Co. KG
06.2006 - 11.2011
  • Provided support for project management activities, including planning, CAD implementation, and financial control
  • Managed scheduling, quality control, and coordination for various public and private sector projects
  • Developed foundational project management expertise while financing studies

Education

Master of Science (MSc) - Project Management

Alliance Manchester Business School
01.2011

Bachelor of Science -

Technische Universität Berlin
Berlin
01.2010

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 07/17/85

Certifications And Skills

  • Project Management
  • Risk Management
  • Strategic Business Development
  • Cost & Budget Control
  • Agile & Flexible Project Execution
  • International Team Leadership
  • Fit-Out & Refurbishment Expertise
  • Stakeholder & Client Relationship Management

Languages

German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

DIRECTOR

SteadWay GmbH
11.2024 - Current

Associate Director

SteadWay GmbH
02.2021 - 11.2024

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

SteadWay GmbH
12.2018 - 01.2021

Project and Cost Manager

SteadWay GmbH
04.2015 - 11.2018

Project Manager / Project Owner/ Financial Institutions

ARCADIS GMBH
07.2013 - 03.2015

Project Manager / Project Owner/ Financial Institutions

EC Harris GMBH
11.2011 - 07.2013

Graduate Project Manager

DU Diederichs Projektmanagement AG & Co. KG
06.2006 - 11.2011

Master of Science (MSc) - Project Management

Alliance Manchester Business School

Bachelor of Science -

Technische Universität Berlin
Linn Sonder