Head of Water Management Department | Abteilungsleiter:in (w/m/d) Gewässer
Stadt Frankfurt am Main - Der Magistrat - Stadtentwässerung
Job Summary
This leadership role involves heading the Water Management Department for the City of Frankfurt's drainage utility (Stadtentwässerung). You will be responsible for leading a team of 22 employees across water maintenance and water projects. Day-to-day, you will develop and implement strategic concepts for the near-natural development of urban water bodies, ensuring economic efficiency and environmental compatibility. The role requires high-level coordination with regulatory authorities, state agencies, and citizen groups to secure funding and ensure quality project delivery. You will also represent the utility in national professional committees and handle complex data analysis for critical decision-making. This position is particularly attractive for experienced engineers looking to shape the urban environment of a major German city while benefiting from public sector stability, a premium job ticket for regional transport, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
Required Skills
Education
University degree (Bachelor or Master) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a comparable technical field of study.
Experience
- Long-standing relevant professional experience in water body reconstruction and renaturation projects
- Minimum of 2 years of proven successful leadership experience
- Extensive expertise in technical and disciplinary supervision of technical teams
- Experience in negotiating with public authorities, associations, and state agencies
- Proven track record in managing complex budgets and high-responsibility technical projects
Languages
Additional
- Requires C2 level German proficiency for oral and written communication with municipal and state authorities. Must be able to represent the organization in national professional committees.
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