Head of Construction EMEA (f/m/d)

Overview

Do you want to help create the future of healthcare? Our name, Siemens Healthineers, reflects our people’s energy and passion and our engineering heritage in the evolving healthcare industry. We offer a flexible and dynamic environment with opportunities to grow personally and professionally. Join our global team as Head of Construction EMEA (f/m/d) to actively contribute to our construction projects at our Real Estate organization. The position can be filled within the EMEA region and would require travelling. Choose the best place for your work – within the scope of this position, it is possible, in consultation with your manager, to work mobile (within Germany) up to an average volume of 60% of the respective working hours. Mobile working from abroad is possible for up to 30 days a year under certain conditions and in selected countries. Responsibilities

The Head of Real Estate Construction EMEA drives the strategic planning, governance, and execution of all capital construction projects across the EMEA region, ensuring facilities are delivered on time, within budget, in line with EHS requirements, and to the highest standards of quality, safety, compliance, and sustainability. Adhere to the approved financial framework, proactively manage client-driven scope changes, and continuously steer sub-consultants and contractors to safeguard design integrity, cost control, and schedule discipline. Strategic Leadership: Oversee construction execution across EMEA in alignment with corporate objectives and long-term plans; help define global standards, policies, and frameworks for construction excellence, cost management, safety, and sustainability. Operational Delivery: Lead and coordinate regional project management and construction teams to deliver projects on scope, cost, schedule, and HSE targets, supported by project controls, risk management, and performance tracking. Stakeholder & Partner Management: Manage key relationships with vendors, contractors, and design partners to ensure efficient collaboration and smooth approvals. Risk management & Cost Control: Drive cost discipline through global procurement, early design optimization, and tight financial management; identify and resolve potential claims; assess risks related to cost, schedule, safety, compliance, and supply chain with contingency planning. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with Development to align design intent and feasibility with construction delivery; collaborate with Operations to integrate operational and regulatory requirements for compliant, high-quality facility operations. Governance: Establish and maintain a global governance framework for construction, approvals, compliance, reporting, and escalation, ensuring transparency in decisions, budgets, and contractor selection. Sustainability & Innovation: Champion sustainability through renewable technologies and energy efficiency, including modular construction, to help achieve sustainability targets. People & Organizational Leadership: Lead a high-performing construction organization, develop talent, promote accountability and safety, and mentor team members for sustained excellence. Qualifications

Completed (dual) degree in architecture, civil engineering, real estate management, construction, or a comparable field. Extensive long-term professional experience in real estate development, construction project management, or similar roles. Several years of leadership experience with interdisciplinary teams, preferably in domestic and international settings. Proven track record delivering large-scale construction and development projects exceeding €100 million. Experience in planning and cost management programs, including early warning systems, project risk dashboards, and cost-efficiency actions. Profound knowledge of project and process management, construction and planning law, and approval procedures; additional qualifications in these areas are advantageous. Extensive interdisciplinary real estate knowledge and a strong network in construction and related service providers. Familiarity with ESG criteria, sustainable construction, and innovative construction methods; able to apply them in practice. Attributes & Skills

Fluent English and German with strong communication abilities for international environments. Ownership mindset and effective leadership. Entrepreneurial and strategic thinking with a results-oriented mindset and strong customer focus. Commitment to high quality standards, compliance, cost control, and security through structured approaches. Willingness to challenge the status quo and explore innovative solutions; excellent stakeholder management and negotiation with authorities, partners, and subcontractors. Intercultural competence from international experience; willingness to travel up to 60%. Our global team and culture are described in our Careers Site. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals with disabilities. #myabilityshs If you want to learn more before applying, contact recruiting team at The contact person for this job ad is Vithusha Tharmalingam. We care about data privacy and comply with GDPR and other data protection laws. Please create a profile in our talent community to upload your CV, so we can notify you about relevant positions. Click here to get started. Notice to agencies

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