Project Manager (m/f/d)

Successfully manage demanding projects from planning to completion

At Buro Happold, we develop innovative and sustainable solutions for some of the most demanding building and infrastructure projects worldwide. In our teams in Berlin and Munich, you will work alongside experts from various disciplines on projects that make a positive contribution to people, cities, and the environment.

About the Role

As a Project Manager / Commercial Project Manager (m/f/d), you will be responsible for the commercial management of our projects and will support project leads in all budget, contract, and risk-related issues.

You will ensure that projects are implemented successfully from an economic perspective, keep an eye on costs, deadlines, and progress of work, and coordinate collaboration between internal and external project participants. In doing so, you will create the framework conditions that allow our engineering teams to concentrate on technical implementation and the development of innovative design solutions.

In this role, you will combine commercial understanding with project management, organizational talent, and stakeholder management, making an important contribution to the success of our projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of project execution on schedule with internal and external stakeholders
• Commercial support of our partly multidisciplinary projects across all service phases of HOAI
• Preparation of fee proposals in close cooperation with project leads
• Obtaining and evaluating offers
• Participation in client and project meetings
• Preparation of monthly status reports for clients and principals
• Management and coordination of subcontractors and external project partners
• Monitoring of budgets and costs in relation to the progress of work
• Identification and evaluation of potential project risks
• Support of change order management
• Preparation of invoicing
• Ensuring compliance with quality and Health & Safety requirements

Qualifications

• Completed degree in Business Administration, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable qualification
• Sound knowledge of HOAI
• Strong economic understanding and interest in commercial processes
• Several years of experience in project work within the construction, engineering, or real estate industry
• Negotiation-level German (C2 or native speaker) and very good English skills (C1)
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience in handling project budgets, cost tracking, and reporting
• Structured, independent, and solution-oriented way of working
• Enjoyment of working with diverse stakeholders and multidisciplinary project teams

Benefits

Why Buro Happold?

At Buro Happold, you will work on projects with real impact. Together with experts from various disciplines, you will develop sustainable solutions for the built environment and benefit from collaboration in an international network. We combine technical excellence with an open, collaborative culture where learning, development, and teamwork are central.

What we offer:

Flexibility & Wellbeing

Flexible and hybrid working models, wellbeing initiatives, and support services to help you balance work and private life.

Meaningful Work & Global Collaboration

The opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects with local and international impact, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams from our global network.

Learning, Development & Career Growth

Clear career paths, regular development discussions, and internal and external training opportunities to support your professional and personal development.

Reward & Recognition

Regular salary reviews and performance-based bonus opportunities that recognize your contribution and success.

Inclusive Culture & Community

A collaborative and inclusive environment with numerous opportunities for knowledge sharing, networking, and regular team and community events.

Innovation & International Opportunities

The chance to contribute your own ideas, take responsibility, and utilize international development and career opportunities.

Agile Working Environment

Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes that enable rapid collaboration and independent work.

Additionally in Germany

• 30 vacation days
• Access to our Mental Wellbeing Programme
• Flexible benefit program for fitness, mobility, retirement planning, and more
• Language courses
• Lunch Roulette
• Young Employee Forum
• Regular team and social events

Ready for the next step? - We look forward to receiving your application.

Become part of our Berlin team and help us shape sustainable solutions for the challenges of the built environment.

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