German-Speaking Project Engineer – Road Construction(Hybrid)
Ignite · Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg ·
Primary Location: Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany (Hybrid model with 1–2 remote days weekly) Annual Compensation: €71,000 – €79,000 gross per year Position Type: Full-Time, Direct-Hire Permanent Contract Required Seniority: Minimum 5 years of relevant industry practice Language Proficiency: German (Level C1 or native fluency required) Organizational Overview This entity functions as a dedicated public-sector project owner and client representative, driving municipal transformation through large-scale civil engineering, structural, and transportation initiatives.
Operating with a core workforce of approximately 50 professionals, the company oversees high-impact local developments from inception to completion. The internal culture prioritizes individual autonomy, transparent dialogue, continuous skill enhancement, and a shared commitment to building resilient urban spaces.
Core Accountabilities & Duties Strategic Project Governance: Direct the design, scheduling, and overall execution of essential traffic infrastructure assets for a landmark urban roadway redevelopment. Urban Flow Optimization: Formulate and execute practical measures designed to keep citywide transit running efficiently, applying an integrated three-zone traffic framework.
Client-Side Supervision: Represent the project owner during operational phases by organizing, monitoring, and inspecting construction activities directly at the ground level. Financial & Contractual Auditing: Review and reconcile specialized engineering billing (under HOAI guidelines) while overseeing the formal allocation and tracking of government subsidies.
Regulatory Clearances: Coordinate with relevant authorities to secure all required legal authorizations, environmental permits, and administrative approvals. Progress Tracking & Communication: Formulate clear project timelines, establish critical delivery milestones, monitor cost targets, and report status updates to strategic decision-makers.
Qualifications & Professional Profile Academic Background: Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or Diplom) in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or an equivalent technical field with a concentration in roadway design and traffic management.
Industry Background: A minimum of 5 years of proven professional engagement in both the design and site implementation phases of transportation infrastructure schemes. Technical Mastery: In-depth knowledge of pertinent engineering codes, technical guidelines, and structured project delivery frameworks, paired with a solid grasp of traffic control dynamics.
Advantageous Knowledge: Prior exposure to, or a keen interest in, environmentally responsive traffic management concepts (UVM). Linguistic
Skills
Business-fluent to native-level command of spoken and written German (at least C1 certification). Interpersonal Attributes: Outstanding dialogue and bargaining capabilities, a strong sense of personal accountability, an analytical problem-solving approach, and an adaptable team orientation.
Key Perks & Employment Advantages Strategic Ownership: Enjoy genuine decision-making authority from the client's vantage point, steering complex initiatives rather than executing third-party instructions. Local Identity: Play a central role in delivering a landmark infrastructure program that delivers tangible, lasting benefits to the surrounding urban community.
Zero Long-Distance Travel: Because every active job site sits within close proximity to the main office, you benefit from a hands-on construction presence without the fatigue of business trips. Financial Security &
Benefits
Includes a full 13th-month annual bonus, a company-funded retirement pension contribution, 30 days of paid vacation, and designated special leave entitlements. Flexible Work Conditions: Maintain a healthy balance through a hybrid schedule (up to two days working from home per week) and family-friendly core hours.
Structured Development: Experience a smooth transition via a peer-buddy onboarding system, supported by an allocated annual training fund, e-learning platforms, and ongoing career mapping. Mobility & Extras: Access subsidized public transit passes (Deutschlandticket), job-bike leasing, corporate parking rates, on-site pool vehicles/e-bikes, and nationwide employee discount schemes.
Application Process If you are eager to lead complex transportation projects from the owner's side and make a lasting mark on regional mobility, we welcome your application materials!