Head of Road Construction | Leitung (m/w/d) Straßenbau

Stadt Delmenhorst

Delmenhorst, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Jan 20, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This is a key leadership role within the municipal construction operations of the city of Delmenhorst, managing the Road Construction division. The successful candidate will lead a team of approximately 15 employees, handling contract management, scheduling on-call duties, and conducting annual performance reviews. A core responsibility involves ensuring workplace safety through mandatory instruction and acting as the primary contact and consultant for clients. Furthermore, the role requires planning and coordinating winter services and managing general internal interfaces within the construction operations department. Candidates must possess a Master Craftsman certification in Road Construction, strong leadership skills, and excellent knowledge of technical contract conditions, safety regulations, and relevant standards. This permanent, full-time position offers job security and comprehensive municipal benefits.

Required Skills

Education

Master Craftsman (Meister) in Road Construction

Experience

  • Professional experience in road construction and related regulatory frameworks
  • Experience in official/governmental structures (advantageous)
  • Experience in winter service and quality management (advantageous)
  • Multi-year job-relevant professional experience (advantageous)

Languages

German (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Must possess EU standard Class B driving license (formerly Class 3); Willingness to participate in on-call duty (Rufbereitschaft).