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About the Role

We are seeking a Purchasing Agent for Planning and Construction Services who will actively shape tenders, think strategically, act economically, and lead our projects to success. Your focus will be on the tendering and awarding of construction and planning services, the development of high-performing subcontractor networks, and the optimization of costs, quality, and deadlines. You will also bring a hands-on mentality: negotiate confidently, work closely with project management, costing, and assembly, and ensure that our projects are implemented economically and smoothly.

Responsibilities

Tendering and awarding of construction services (BGB / VOB) and planning services (HOAI)
Obtaining, checking, and evaluating offers
Creating price comparisons and awarding recommendations
Conducting price and contract negotiations
Ensuring contractual framework conditions and checking supplements
Participating in budget planning and cost control
Building and further developing a strong subcontractor network
Evaluating and managing subcontractors (quality, costs, deadlines)
Close cooperation with project management, costing, and assembly
Coordinating service content and awarding strategies
Conducting market, price, and benchmark analyses
Identifying savings potentials and optimization measures

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or comparable
Or commercial apprenticeship with relevant professional experience
Sound knowledge of construction contract law (BGB, VOB/B+C, HOAI)
Experience in purchasing construction and/or planning services
Confident use of AVA tendering programs
Structured and independent way of working
Negotiation skills, assertiveness, and cost awareness
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Very good German language skills, both written and spoken

Skills

Negotiation
Communication
Teamwork
Cost control
Market analysis
Benchmark analysis

Location

Eberswalde

Work Type

Mobile working (up to 2 days per week)
Flexible working hours

Experience Level

Professional experience

Education Level

Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or comparable
Commercial apprenticeship

Benefits

Unlimited employment contract
Modern working conditions
30 days of vacation
Contributions to retirement and health care
Mobility allowance (e.g., public transport or e-bike leasing)

About the Company

timpla stands for the future of construction.
With the largest timber module factory in Germany in Eberswalde, we have been manufacturing innovative timber construction elements and modules for multi-story buildings since August 2024 – precisely, quickly, and sustainably.
Our mission: To make modular, digital, and sustainable construction suitable for the masses.
Our attitude: 100% climate-friendly. 100% future-oriented.