Head of Transportation Infrastructure Department | Leitung (w/m/d) Fachbereich Verkehrsanlagen

BKW Engineering SE

Baden-Baden, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Jan 5, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This leadership role requires an experienced engineer to head the Transportation Infrastructure Department, focusing specifically on road planning and related development facilities. Day-to-day responsibilities include the organizational and technical management of the division, leading project managers, and overseeing personnel deployment and staff reviews. A critical component of the role involves business development, including the acquisition of new customers and projects, preparing fee proposals, and managing tender applications. Candidates must possess an Engineering degree, extensive professional experience in transportation infrastructure planning, and familiarity with technical regulations and specialized industry software. Experience in personnel management and fluent German are essential for success in this demanding leadership position, which offers a permanent contract, flexible working, and comprehensive benefits within the BKW Engineering Network of Excellence, aiming to create innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or comparable qualification

Experience

  • Professional experience in transportation infrastructure engineering and planning
  • Experience in organizational and technical leadership of a department
  • Experience in personnel management and staff deployment planning (desired)
  • Experience with HOAI service phases 0-5 (German Fee Structure for Architects and Engineers)

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Familiarity with German technical regulations and ordinances; Confident and professional demeanor required; Commitment to continuous work process optimization.