Head of Planning and Construction | Leitung Planen / Bauen

Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe AG

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Apr 27, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As the Head of Planning and Construction, you will lead a multidisciplinary team at the Betriebshof West, overseeing both technical and disciplinary management. Your day-to-day responsibilities include strategic personnel planning, project management according to HOAI standards, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks like BOStrab and DIN norms. You will drive the digitalization of operational facilities, optimize existing processes, and act as the project lead for major construction initiatives. The role requires a strong background in electrical or information engineering and proven leadership experience. You will collaborate on economic planning, represent the company at VDV events, and ensure the highest standards of quality, safety, and IT security. This position is unique as it allows you to play a pivotal role in shaping the sustainable, multi-modal transport future of Cologne, supported by a stable, unionized environment and a strong emphasis on team spirit and professional development.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or Information Technology; alternatively, professional certification as a Master or Technician in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

  • Professional experience in electrical, communications, or information engineering
  • Long-term professional experience in a leadership capacity
  • Extensive knowledge of technical regulations, standards, and norms (HOAI, DIN, BOStrab)
  • Experience in project management and oversight of external contractors

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid for work in Germany; knowledge of German regulatory frameworks (HOAI, BOStrab) is mandatory.