Head of Technical and Infrastructural Facility Management | Leitung des Technischen und Infrastrukturellen Gebäudemanagements

Universität Hamburg

Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland
Published Dec 22, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This senior leadership role involves the strategic direction and operational management of technical and infrastructural facility services for the University of Hamburg's extensive property portfolio (226 buildings, 650,000 m²). The Head will lead diverse teams responsible for maintenance, cleaning, campus security, energy management, and building control systems. Key responsibilities include strategic budget oversight, personnel strategy implementation, and ensuring compliance with operator duties and regulations. The ideal candidate possesses a Master's degree in a relevant engineering or facility management field, coupled with extensive, long-term experience in complex facility management and proven leadership of large, multi-site organizational units. The position requires strong strategic, technical, economic, and legal understanding to drive the university's 'Twin Transformation' strategy focusing on sustainability and digitalization within building operations.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent (e.g., Industrial Engineering with a focus on Construction/Building Operations, Facility Management, Civil Engineering) OR Bachelor's/University of Applied Sciences degree in a relevant field with several years of professional experience in the specified area.

Experience

  • Long-term experience in demanding facility management or building management
  • Experience in leading larger organizational units (ideally across multiple sites)
  • Professional experience in personnel leadership
  • Professional experience in ensuring operator responsibility and proper building operation

Languages

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Additional

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