Head of Technical Office | Leiterin / Leiter Technisches Büro (w/m/d)

Hochschule Niederrhein

Krefeld, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Dec 19, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

The Hochschule Niederrhein is seeking a Head of Technical Office to coordinate and technically manage all technical trades, ensuring seamless project execution within the Building and Facility Management Department. This pivotal role involves providing technical support to the department leadership and acting as the primary point of contact for technical communication. Key responsibilities include rigorous technical project management (covering cost, scheduling, quality, and documentation) and reviewing all technical concepts, planning, and tenders to guarantee compliance with German regulations (GEG, DIN/VDE, VOB). The ideal candidate must possess a strong technical understanding of Technical Building Services (TGA systems) and hold a university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in a related engineering field. This position, initially a two-year contract, offers flexible working arrangements, mobile work options, and a supportive, family-friendly university environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in Technical Building Services or comparable field

Experience

  • Professional experience in technical project management (Cost, Schedule, Quality Control)
  • Professional experience in Interface Management and coordination of various trades
  • Experience in developing and advancing technical standards and processes

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Initial contract limited to 2 years; Must not have been previously employed at Hochschule Niederrhein (due to German law § 14 Abs. 2 TzBfG); Full-time availability (39 hours 50 minutes per week), though reduced hours are possible