Head of Road Construction and Maintenance Department | Fachdienst Straßen: Leitung der Abteilung Straßenbau und -unterhaltung (m/w/d)

Landkreis Osnabrück, Personalwirtschaft

Osnabrück, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Oct 7, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This leadership role involves managing the Road Construction and Maintenance Department for the Osnabrück district, focusing on the development, expansion, and upkeep of 639 km of district roads, 380 km of cycle paths, and 170 bridge structures. The Head of Department will oversee technical, personnel, organizational, and financial responsibilities, actively leveraging digitalization opportunities. Key day-to-day tasks include developing annual construction programs, preparing tender documents, managing procurement, and serving as the senior construction manager for various projects. The position requires strong project steering capabilities, coordinating planning, execution, and billing processes, including securing subsidies and managing cost-sharing. Candidates must hold a university degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Transportation or Road Construction, coupled with several years of experience in construction and project management within the road construction sector, demonstrating strong leadership and technical coordination skills.

Required Skills

Education

University or University of Applied Sciences degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Transportation or Road Construction, or equivalent qualification (e.g., eligibility for Career Group 2, 1st entry level, Technical Services)

Experience

  • Several years of experience in construction and project management in road construction
  • Leadership experience required (Personnel and Financial responsibility)
  • Professional experience in developing annual construction programs

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Class B driving license required; Provision of a private car for business trips required