Urs Geller
About Urs Geller
Urs Geller is a Project Manager Interdisciplinary at Thyssenkrupp Uhde, with extensive experience in project management and coordination across various disciplines.
Current Role at Thyssenkrupp Uhde
Urs Geller is currently serving as Project Manager Interdisciplinary within the Project Management Office (PMO) at Thyssenkrupp Uhde. In this role, he manages the coordination of various disciplines including process, plant design, equipment, machines, utilities, E&I, and civil. Geller is responsible for ensuring plant erection and commissioning go smoothly and manages cost and time control for multiple projects. His extensive experience in international project management supports his efficiency in this role.
Previous Experience at Thyssenkrupp Uhde
Before assuming his current role, Urs Geller worked as the Head of Department E&I at Thyssenkrupp Uhde from 2001 to 2012, a position he held for 11 years. His responsibilities included overseeing the electrical and instrumentation aspects of various projects, further solidifying his expertise in interdisciplinary project management.
Previous Experience at Schindler Group
Urs Geller was the Head of Department Elevator Controls at Schindler Group from 1996 to 2000. During his four-year tenure, he oversaw the development and implementation of elevator control systems. This role provided him with valuable experience in managing technological projects and contributed to his skill set in project management.
Project Management Professional Certification
Urs Geller earned his Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute in 2014. This certification, obtained after 11 months of rigorous study, underscores his commitment to maintaining high standards in project management and enhances his qualifications for managing complex projects.
Educational Background
Urs Geller holds a Master's degree in Elektrontechnik und Elektronik from the University of Applied Sciences Winterthur, completed from 1989 to 1992. He then pursued further education at Management School St. Gallen, earning a Business Engineer degree from 1996 to 1997. These qualifications have equipped him with a robust foundation in both technical and managerial aspects of project management.