Construction Translator / Interpreter

Sisk; Leipzig; Vor Ort; EUR 38.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Sisk is seeking a skilled translator and interpreter to join our team in Germany. You will bridge communication between management, multilingual on-site crews, contractors, and international partners, translating technical construction materials with accuracy.

The role requires fluency in English and German, a bachelor’s in translation or related field, and experience with CAT tools. You will review documents, glossary management, and provide on-site interpretation to ensure clear, compliant

Qualifikationen

• Fluency in English and German (written and spoken).
• Bachelor’s degree in Translation, Linguistics, Modern Languages, or related field.
• Experience translating technical or industrial content; construction/engineering background preferred.
• Familiarity with CAT tools and standard office software.
• Excellent communication across language and cultural barriers.

Aufgaben

• Translate blueprints, technical specifications, equipment manuals, contracts, and bids.
• Translate health and safety protocols, training materials, and procedures.
• Provide on-site interpretation during meetings, safety briefings, and site inspections.
• Proofread translations for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain bilingual glossaries of industry jargon.

Kenntnisse

Bilingual EN/DE

CAT tools

Interpersonal skills

On-site interpretation

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s in Translation

Linguistics / Modern Languages

Tools

CAT tools

Office software

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