Civil Engineer for Road Construction | 09.603 - Bauingenieur*in für den Bereich Straßenbau

Landkreis Heidekreis

Soltau, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Feb 24, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This is a full-time, permanent position within the Road Construction Department for the Heidekreis district in Lower Saxony. As a Civil Engineer, you will manage road and bicycle path infrastructure projects from initial planning and financing through to final implementation. Your daily responsibilities include coordinating with external engineering firms, managing public authorities, and overseeing construction sites. The role is unique in its holistic project approach, offering a structured onboarding process that welcomes both experienced professionals and recent graduates. You will work in a family-friendly environment that emphasizes work-life balance, offering flexible working hours and the opportunity to contribute to the region's public safety through disaster management support. The position is based in Soltau and provides the stability of the German public service (TVöD) along with additional benefits like bicycle leasing and health management.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in planning, tendering, and construction management of road construction projects.
  • Experience in managing external engineering firms across service phases 2-7.
  • Experience in dealing with citizens, public authorities, and planners.
  • Experience in applying for and managing public funding/subsidies.
  • Willingness to participate in staff work according to the Lower Saxony Disaster Protection Act (NKatSG).

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid driver's license and availability of a private car for business use (reimbursed) is required. Must have German language skills at C2 level. Willingness to participate in disaster control duties. Location: Soltau, Germany.