Lead Civil Engineer, Complex Construction Projects | 66/13 - Bauingenieur:in (m/w/d) Leitung Komplexbaumaßnahmen

Stadtverwaltung Chemnitz  

Chemnitz, Sachsen, Sachsen, Deutschland
Published Oct 30, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is for a Lead Civil Engineer specializing in the management and execution of highly complex infrastructure projects, including bridge construction, roadworks, and general civil engineering endeavors. The successful candidate will act as the project owner, overseeing the entire project lifecycle from initial planning and procurement through to final handover and billing. Key responsibilities involve coordinating the tendering process, managing engineering contracts with external firms, developing cost-sharing agreements, and rigorously reviewing and negotiating change orders. The position requires a university degree in Civil Engineering, preferably with a specialization in structural or road engineering, coupled with deep knowledge of German construction regulations (VOB, HOAI) and administrative law. This is an opportunity to actively shape the future infrastructure of the City of Chemnitz through challenging and high-impact public works.

Required Skills

Education

University Degree in Civil Engineering (specializing in Road/Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering) or comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience acting as Project Owner or Project Steering Lead
  • Experience in preparing and executing complex infrastructure projects (bridges, roads)
  • Minimum 3 years in the relevant technical field (advantageous)
  • Experience managing and monitoring contracts with freelance engineering firms

Languages

German (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Knowledge of German administrative and planning law for transport facilities; Knowledge of the Saxon Road Law; Driver's License Class B (advantageous).