German Speaking Team Lead - Construction Cost Estimation (Hybrid)

ocation: Stuttgart, Germany (Hybrid – up to 6 home-office days per month)

Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time (80–90% option available)

Salary Range: €75,000 – €90,000 gross p.a. (plus collective agreement holiday & Christmas bonuses)

Experience Level: Minimum 5 years of relevant construction experience

About the Company

Our client is a well-established, medium-sized general contractor in the construction industry with around 130 employees and multiple locations across Germany. As a trusted partner in turnkey construction, the company realizes complex projects ranging from educational facilities and healthcare buildings to commercial offices, industrial sites, and modern residential developments.

The corporate culture is built on core values of respect, fairness, transparency, and collaborative teamwork at eye level. Guided by a forward-thinking "different approach to building," every project is managed with passion, high quality, and long-term vision.

Your Role & Scope of Impact

In this newly created leadership role, you will take charge of leading and developing the estimation team. You will combine hands-on project cost calculation with strategic initiatives such as process optimization and the integration of AI tools into estimation workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor the cost estimation team, acting as the primary point of contact for daily operations.
• Independent Cost Estimation: Prepare precise, competitive cost estimates and tenders for turnkey construction projects ranging from €30M to €60M (occasionally up to €200M).
• Tender & Risk Analysis: Thoroughly review tender documentation for completeness, identify optimization opportunities, and conduct systematic risk and opportunity assessments.
• Process & Master Data Management: Maintain, update, and expand internal master estimation databases and unit price records.
• Strategy & Negotiation: Lead internal estimation meetings, report directly to division management, contribute to tender strategy, and assist during contract award negotiations.
• Client Engagement: Occasionally participate in client meetings, site visits, and industry events to support business development.

Candidate Profile

Must-Haves:

• Education: Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a comparable technical qualification.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in construction cost estimation, work preparation, or site management within turnkey/building construction.
• Leadership Skills: Initial experience in leading teams or managing project units.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in industry-standard estimation software (iTWO) and MS Office.
• Languages: Fluent / Professional German skills (minimum C1 level).

Nice-to-Haves & Personal Attributes:

• Specialized experience in turnkey project estimation and proficiency with Bluebeam.
• Affinity for technological innovations (e.g., BIM, AI applications in construction).
• Independent, results-driven work style combined with strong accountability and team spirit.

What Is Offered

• Compensation & Bonuses: Base salary guideline of €75,000 – €90,000 gross/year, complemented by collective bargaining holiday (June) and Christmas (November) bonuses.
• Mobility Perks: Company car provided (with private use allowance), JobRad bike leasing scheme, and Germany Ticket subsidy.
• Security & Future: Employer-funded occupational disability insurance and company pension contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: Up to 6 remote work days per month, flexible hours, and options for 80–90% part-time working models.
• Culture & Growth: A medium-sized environment with flat hierarchies, fast decision-making, and significant freedom to shape innovative estimation processes.