Civil Works Supervisor – Industrial Construction (Germany)
We are seeking an experienced Civil Works Supervisor to join a large-scale industrial construction project in Germany. This role is hands-on and site-based, providing technical leadership and oversight for civil works contractors throughout the project execution phase. Location: Altenburg, Thuringia, Germany.
Overview
Long-term contract role with negotiable rates. Only EU applicants can be considered. Fluency in German is essential.
Responsibilities
- Act as the on-site technical reference for civil works contractors and their supervisors.
- Guide, coordinate, and monitor all civil works activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and deadlines.
- Lead weekly meetings with contractors, produce minutes, and support project coordination reporting.
- Develop, update, and follow the detailed execution schedule in line with overall project timelines.
- Track progress, report delays, and propose solutions to technical or scheduling challenges.
- Supervise quality of works, ensuring non-conformities are documented and addressed with the site QA/QC team.
- Review and approve contractor execution methods, civil work procedures, and method statements in alignment with HSE and site management.
- Conduct site inspections, prepare handover documentation, and follow up on snagging lists.
- Support project reporting through weekly and monthly updates to site management.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage co-activity with other contractors and ensure smooth project delivery.
Requirements
- Education: Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
- Experience:
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction/erection supervision on large-scale industrial projects.
- At least 3–5 years in direct supervision of civil works execution.
- Experience in agro-industrial, biofuels, biomass, chemicals, or related heavy industry sectors preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong planning, organizational, and prioritization skills.
- Comfortable with IT tools (MS Office, reporting systems).
- Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities.
- Autonomous, rigorous, and proactive problem-solver.
- Languages: Native/Fluent German speaker with strong English skills.
- Other: LBO certification is an asset.
Why Join
This is a high-impact position on a major industrial construction project, offering the chance to take ownership of civil works delivery, ensure safety and quality, and contribute to a project of significant scale within the energy and industrial sector.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Project Management and Engineering
Industries
Chemical Manufacturing, Wholesale Chemical and Allied Products, and Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing