Head of Construction Execution | Kenn-Nr. 514.001-232/25 Sachgebietsleitung Bauausführung (m/w/d)

Landratsamt Esslingen

Esslingen am Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Nov 6, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This is a leadership role starting August 1, 2026, managing the Construction Execution Section at the Road Construction Office for the districts of Esslingen and Göppingen, located in Kirchheim unter Teck. The Head of Construction Execution will lead a team of six engineering and construction technology staff, overseeing the full lifecycle of construction projects—including new builds, expansions, maintenance, and preservation measures—on approximately 407 km of district roads, cycle paths, and engineering structures. Day-to-day tasks involve comprehensive project management, including planning, coordination, tendering, awarding, supervision, and billing of all construction services. A core responsibility is the strategic management and controlling of an annual road construction budget ranging from €6 to €10 million, alongside developing multi-year road construction programs. Candidates must hold a degree in Civil Engineering or Infrastructure Management and demonstrate strong technical expertise and proven leadership capabilities.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Civil Engineering or Infrastructure Management, Qualification for the higher technical civil service, or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Leadership experience managing engineering and construction technology staff (6 employees)
  • Professional experience demonstrating leadership and social competence
  • Experience in budget steering, coordination, and controlling (6-10 million Euro annual budget)

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Class B driving license required, Position located in Kirchheim unter Teck, Permanent contract