Projektleiter:in (w/m/d) mit Bauherrenfunktion (Entgeltgruppe 12 TV-L)

About the University

We are a young, innovative university in the heart of the Ruhr metropolis. Recognized for research and teaching, we think in possibilities, not limitations, and develop ideas for the future. We embrace diversity, nurture potential, and are committed to educational equity.

Position Overview

The University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE), located on the Essen campus within the Building Management Department, is seeking a

Project Manager (m/f/d) with Owner's Representative Function

(Salary group 12 TV-L)

The Building Project Management team represents the UDE's interests throughout the entire planning and construction process for new builds, renovations, and modernization projects of state-owned buildings provided by the NRW University and Property Management.

We also design, build, renovate, and modernize our own properties, which vary significantly in architectural and technical aspects. The UDE's building portfolio includes research buildings with highly specialized laboratories, teaching and event spaces, administrative buildings, libraries, and sports facilities. Buildings are distributed across the Essen and Duisburg campuses, as well as additional locations (external properties) within both cities.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to faculties in the realization of construction projects, collaborating with other departments, engineers, and external organizations.
• Take responsibility for the planning and implementation of particularly complex and significant university construction projects as Project Manager, fulfilling the owner's representative role across all service phases of HOAI.
• Prepare or review drafts related to highly technical specialized university properties (interdisciplinary natural science research buildings).
• Sign approval plans for the modification, construction, or demolition of buildings as the responsible plan preparer (authorized to submit building documents) for the university.
• Conduct and oversee tender procedures according to VOB, VOL/VgV, including the preparation and review of tender documents.
• Manage projects across all project stages and action areas as defined by AHO (Publication No. 9).
• Oversee the acceptance and billing of construction services and act as the owner's site manager.
• Review defect rectification after handover and ensure warranty obligations of executing companies.
• Manage the planning, construction supervision, billing, and acceptance of small renovation measures and construction projects related to professorial appointments.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or a similar field with a focus on construction and/or planning expertise.
• Relevant professional experience in building construction planning.
• Proficient knowledge of relevant laws and regulations such as LBO NRW, BauGB, VOB, VOL/VgV, ASR, DGUV, TRGS, etc.
• Experience with IT and applications like MS Office and CAD; initial experience with BIM is advantageous.
• Strong initiative, organizational talent, teamwork skills, flexibility, negotiation skills, and excellent verbal communication abilities.

What We Offer

• A secure, permanent employment contract in a diverse and varied role within a dynamic work environment.
• An interesting, responsible position with significant creative potential, offering interaction with nearly all areas of the UDE.
• A work environment characterized by mutual respect and appreciation.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work (home office).
• Family-friendly policies, including childcare support.
• Support for family caregiving responsibilities.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development and further training, with individualized onboarding.
• Excellent public transport connections and free parking.
• Attractive sports and health programs (University Sports).

Additional Information

• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Contract Duration: Permanent
• Working Hours: 100% of full-time; part-time employment is possible.
• Application Deadline: February 16, 2026

How to Apply

Interested? We look forward to receiving your online application at https://udue.de/bewerben01026 , including your cover letter, CV, and supporting documents, quoting reference number 010-26.

For further information, please contact Mr. Michael Bednarek (Phone: 0160/93983099, Email: michael.bednarek@uni-due.de). For inquiries regarding the application process, please contact Ms. Voigt in the HR department (Phone: 0203/379-1189, Email: claudia.voigt@uni-due.de).

The University of Duisburg-Essen is committed to promoting the diversity of its members (see www.uni-due.de/diversity).

Women will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified, in accordance with the State Equal Opportunities Act.

Applications from suitable severely disabled individuals and those with equivalent status according to § 2 Abs. 3 SGB IX are welcome.