Construction Translator / Interpreter

Sisk Group; Leipzig; Vor Ort; EUR 42.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sisk Group seeks a Construction Translator / Interpreter in Leipzig to bridge communications between management, multilingual on-site crews, contractors and international partners. You will translate blueprints, technical specifications, equipment manuals and contracts with precision, ensuring regulatory compliance and clear on-site communication.

The role requires fluency in English and German, a related degree or equivalent experience, and familiarity with CAT tools.

Qualifikationen

• Fluent in English and German (written and spoken).
• Bachelor's degree in Translation, Linguistics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience translating technical/industrial content; construction/engineering background preferred.
• Familiarity with CAT tools and standard office software.

Aufgaben

• Translate documents including blueprints, technical specs, manuals, contracts and bids.
• Translate health and safety protocols and training materials for on-site teams.
• Provide verbal interpretation during client meetings, site briefings and contractor negotiations.
• Proofread and edit translations for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain bilingual glossaries of industry terminology.

Kenntnisse

Bilingual English-German

Technical translation

On-site interpretation

Glossary management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Translation/Linguistics/Modern Languages

Tools

CAT tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Construction Translator / InterpreterWe are looking for a skilledTranslator with a strong grasp of technical and construction industry terminology to join our team. You will bridge communication gaps between management, multilingual on-site crews, contractors, and international partners. You will be proficent in both Germand and English Langauge.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate Documents: Accurately translate blueprints, technical specifications, equipment manuals, legal contracts, and project bids.

• Safety & Compliance: Translate health and safety protocols, training materials, and emergency procedures to ensure complete comprehension by all on-site workers.

• On-Site Interpretation: Provide verbal interpretation during client meetings, safety briefings, contractor negotiations, and site inspections.

• Proofreading & Editing: Review translated materials for grammar, technical precision, and local regulatory compliance before publication or distribution.

• Glossary Management: Maintain bilingual glossaries of industry-specific jargon related to engineering, architecture, and building materials.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and German (written and spoken).

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Translation, Linguistics, Modern Languages, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

• Experience: Proven experience translating technical or industrial content; prior background in construction, engineering, or manufacturing is strongly preferred.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with CAT (Computer-Assisted Translation) tools and standard office software.

• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly across language and cultural barriers