Construction & Expansion Manager – Studio Rollout Construction Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Germany.

📋 Description

• Oversee on-site construction from the handover of the premises through inspections and the final turnkey handover to the Operations team.

• Develop construction schedules and manage budgets effectively.

• Acquire and negotiate quotes as needed.

• Prepare and award contracts to construction firms and specialized trades.

• Coordinate trades and suppliers on-site for efficient workflow.

• Collaborate with architects to implement the design concept in detail.

• Manage the permitting process, including building applications and change-of-use approvals.

• Liaise with authorities, experts, and landlords for project compliance.

• Establish standards such as checklists, template bills of quantities, and a partner pool.

• Ensure construction quality across existing locations.

• Facilitate maintenance and repair coordination with service providers.

• Introduce proven improvements during ongoing operations.

• Work closely with Michael, the Chief of Staff, architects, and a well-established partner network.

• Gradually take on full responsibility for projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Relevant experience in construction sites, construction supervision, or construction project management gained through vocational training, education, or initial professional experience.

• Ability to read and interpret plans and understand how different trades collaborate on a construction site.

• Hands-on mentality: when challenges arise, you address them directly rather than escalating them.

• Strong cost awareness and comprehension of how construction decisions impact the budget and timeline.

• Confidently engage with tradespeople, experts, authorities, and landlords.

• Fluent in German (mandatory).

• Possess a Class B driving license.

• Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time.

• Experience with commercial fit-outs, preferably in multi-site rollouts (retail, hospitality, fitness, or hotels) is a plus.

• Familiarity with permitting procedures, including change-of-use approvals and fire safety regulations is advantageous.

• A keen eye for design, with attention to detail and quality is a plus.

• A degree in civil engineering, architecture, or construction technology, or a relevant master craftsperson or technician qualification is beneficial but not mandatory.

• Career changers with relevant practical experience and early-career professionals eager to assume responsibility quickly are warmly encouraged to apply.

🏝️ Benefits

• Career opportunities: Grow with our expansion, with the potential to become Head of Construction and build your own team.

• Short decision-making processes: Collaborate directly with the founders; decisions are made in hours, not weeks.

• Tangible results: At the conclusion of each project, you will see your work and personally hand it over to the team.

• Variety: Engage in projects throughout Germany and soon across Europe—no two construction sites are alike.

• Team and environment: Join a small team with high quality standards in a beautiful HQ located in the heart of Berlin’s Kollwitzkiez neighborhood; massages at our studios are included, too.

• Structured onboarding process.

• Permanent, full-time employment.