Thorsten Henneberg - Construction, Sales and Project Manager SiGeKo

Q: Where is Thorsten based?

Thorsten is based in Stadelhofen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Thorsten speak?

Thorsten speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Elementary), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Thorsten have?

Thorsten has at least 45 years of experience. During this time, Thorsten has worked in at least 29 different roles and for 27 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months . Note that Thorsten may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Thorsten's latest experience?

Thorsten's most recent position is OCM (Overall Site Manager) for HVAC at Engie Deutschland GmbH .

Q: What companies has Thorsten worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Thorsten has worked for Engie Deutschland GmbH , Exyte Deutschland GmbH , Beiersdorf AG , Landesbetrieb LBB Weilerbach , and VTU-Ingenieure .

Q: Which industries is Thorsten most experienced in?

Thorsten is most experienced in industries like Construction , Energy , and Real Estate . Thorsten also has some experience in Chemical , Education , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Thorsten most experienced in?

Thorsten is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Procurement , and Quality Assurance . Thorsten also has some experience in Operations , Sales , and Product Development .

Q: Which industries has Thorsten worked in recently?

Thorsten has recently worked in industries like Construction , Aerospace and Defense , and Energy .

Q: Which business areas has Thorsten worked in recently?

Thorsten has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Quality Assurance , and Operations .

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Stadelhofen, Germany

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Experience

May 2025 - Present

1 year 1 month

On-site

OCM (Overall Site Manager) for HVAC

Engie Deutschland GmbH

Overall planning and supervision of HVAC and sanitary installations across multiple construction phases.
Leading installation teams and subcontractors.
Ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets and quality standards.
Coordination with other trades.
Lean Construction Management, preparation and facilitation of the Last Planner method.
Support in scheduling and facilitation of workshops in an IPA project environment.
Planning, organizing and overseeing all HVAC and sanitary work on site.
Managing in-house technicians and coordinating subcontractors.
Ensuring all work meets quality standards, safety regulations and the project timeline.
Liaising with other trades, authorities and the client representative.
Preparing plans and reviewing billing.
Monitoring the correct application of construction techniques and compliance with safety regulations.

Feb 2025 - May 2025

4 months

Technical Site Manager Piping

Exyte Deutschland GmbH

Reviewing plan documents in service phases 4 and 5.
Lean Construction Management.
Managing, coordinating and controlling piping subcontractors.
Supervising assembly, isometrics, supports, welding and testing.
Interface coordination with building services, construction, electrical and GMP-related trades.
Quality assurance, progress monitoring and reporting.
Participating in site walks, coordination meetings and approvals.
Ensuring execution according to plans, specifications and safety requirements.

May 2023 - Feb 2025

1 year 10 months

Hamburg, Germany

Construction Manager High-rise and TGA Coordinator on Client Side

Beiersdorf AG

Refurbishment and expansion of an existing office complex for 400 employees.
Renovation for a new company medical department (BÄD).
Conversion and gutting of the old cafeteria into a modern fitness center with 21 showers for all staff.
Construction management of high-rise works and TGA coordination on the client side.
Lean Construction Management, preparation and facilitation of the Last Planner method.
Support in scheduling and facilitation of workshops in an IPA project environment.
Managing, advising, supervising and coordinating on-site work.
Conducting risk assessments and planning, preparing and executing safety measures.
Conducting and documenting site meetings.
Collecting and evaluating technical proposals and coordinating with construction and project management.
Reviewing plan documents for service phases 4 and 6.
Providing operational support in defect management and document review.
Independently creating, preparing and evaluating tenders.
Reviewing measurements for price differences and billing for completeness and traceability of quantities, reducing according to VOB.
Correspondence according to VOB (notices of delay, defects, cleanliness, site staffing, HSE violations).
Participating in and leading site meetings.
Completing and revising Beiersdorf AG documents.

Dec 2021 - Apr 2023

1 year 5 months

Weilerbach, Germany

HSE Officer and Subproject Manager for Owner Representation Fire Protection and Utility Systems

Landesbetrieb LBB Weilerbach

Owner representation for fire protection and utility systems in the construction of the US hospital on the Ramstein Air Force base.
Total project cost approx. €898 million.
Supervising the organizational, technical and economic progress of the US military hospital project.
Reviewing plan documents in service phases 4 and 5.
Managing two technical centers and overall supply, including a 10 MW CHP plant.
Verifying the fire protection concept.
Planning and controlling district heating and gas supply stations, including route planning, pipeline installation and heat and gas transfer stations.
Lean Construction Management, preparation and facilitation of the Last Planner method.
Support in scheduling and facilitation of workshops in an IPA project environment.

Apr 2021 - Nov 2021

8 months

Penzberg, Germany

Construction Manager TGA/High-rise, Building Automation, Instrumentation and Fire Protection

VTU-Ingenieure

Refurbishment projects for Roche Pharmaceuticals in Penzberg (Magnet Particle Roche Molecular Diagnostics, projects MGP2 and Nukl2).
Executed an extensive refurbishment including gutting within a 10-month construction period.
Lean Construction Management and TGA/high-rise construction management, building automation, instrumentation and fire protection.
Total project cost approx. €65 million.
Managing and supervising two refurbishment measures (service phase 8) and plant shutdowns across all project phases (study, planning, execution).
Main on-site contact for the construction management team of the general planner and subcontractors.
Planning, scheduling and monitoring of timelines.
Construction of new cleanrooms and supervising installation and handover until commissioning.
Clarifying interfaces between users, external companies, general planner and authorities.
Cost and change management.
Organizing and conducting site inspections and approvals.
Quality control and assurance.
Lean Construction Management, preparation and facilitation of the Last Planner method.
Support in scheduling and facilitation of workshops in an IPA project environment.
Reviewing and approving measurements.
Ensuring compliance with site regulations and risk management.
Leading project teams with responsibility for resources, quality, schedules and budget.
Participating in procurement activities.

Feb 2020 - Mar 2021

1 year 2 months

Karlsruhe, Germany

Fire Protection Site Manager and HSE Coordinator

Baker Hicks AG

Fire protection site manager and HSE coordinator for the new BDC Biberach - G131 building for the pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim.
Total project value approx. €420 million.
Fire protection site management including penetration planning and documentation for official approvals.
Responsible for fire protection in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and electrical.
Claims management and defect management.
HSE coordination.
Coordinative consulting and support in preparing escape and rescue plans.
Conducting safety briefings.
Routine safety walks (several times daily) with written documentation and initiating or coordinating the resolution of HSE issues.
Collaboration with the client's HSE coordinator and safety coordinator.
Checking vehicles, machines, tools, and equipment to ensure optimal readiness.
Participation in weekly HSE inspections with the client, safety coordinator, and Baker Hicks HSE.
Monitoring and, if necessary, conducting toolbox meetings.
Ensuring client HSE requirements and supporting Baker Hicks employees.
Training and instruction for aerial work platforms (boom lifts and scissor lifts) according to DGUV SR100-500 chap. 2.10.
Construction supervision for cleanrooms according to DIN EN ISO 14644-1.
Monitoring the cleaning of rooms and handing them over to the client.
Starting and documenting test runs.
Lean Construction Management, preparation and facilitation of the Last Planner Method.
Supporting scheduling and moderating workshops in the IPA project environment.

May 2019 - Feb 2020

10 months

Karlsruhe, Germany

M&E Project Manager and HSE Officer

Zetcon AG

M&E project manager and HSE officer for the expansion of a tram tunnel in Karlsruhe.
New construction of a tram tunnel spanning 3.6 km with 7 stations and 21 elevators.
Shell construction cost approx. €587 million.
Interior finishing cost approx. €452 million.
Checking planning by M&E design offices for DIN compliance, clash-free integration with other trades, and economic efficiency.
Preparing reports on the planning review.
Monitoring planning schedules.
Conducting regular planning meetings, including report writing.
Drafting and reviewing M&E specification documents for completeness and cost efficiency, and preparing review reports.
Independently monitoring schedules and performing functional-technical checks on M&E trades and full interior fit-out (heating, ventilation, cooling/air conditioning, elevators, sanitary, high/low voltage, building automation).
Creating defect reports for each trade.
Conducting fire protection inspections, documenting and reporting execution defects.
Regular inspections, documentation, and preparation for expert acceptance of fire protection for M&E systems and the entire building.
Meetings with specialist firms and experts in fire protection, especially for custom solutions.
Carrying out shaft inspections and checks with subcontractors, preparing and sending acceptance reports.
Conducting pipeline inspections and creating corresponding reports.

Apr 2018 - Apr 2019

1 year 1 month

Karlsruhe, Germany

M&E Site Supervisor as General Planner, HSE Officer, Fire Protection Site Manager

pki Ingenieure

M&E construction supervision as general planner for the new dm headquarters in Karlsruhe-Durlach (about 2,000 employees) and a new parking garage with 1,500 spaces.
M&E project value approx. €65 million, total project value approx. €125 million.
New office and administrative buildings.
Responsible for ventilation, air conditioning, cooling, sanitary, sprinkler systems, and fire protection.
Monitoring schedules and performing functional-technical checks on M&E trades (heating, ventilation, cooling/air conditioning, sanitary).
Creating defect reports.
Carrying out shaft inspections and checks with subcontractors, preparing and sending acceptance reports to subcontractors and site managers.
Conducting fire protection inspections, documenting and reporting defects.
Preparation for expert acceptance of fire protection for M&E systems and the entire building.
Meetings with specialist firms and fire safety experts, especially for special solutions.
Conducting pipeline inspections and creating corresponding acceptance reports.
Creating a maintenance schedule for M&E trades and instructing users.
Creating documentation and adapting the revision plan for M&E trades.

Feb 2017 - Mar 2018

1 year 2 months

Karlsruhe, Germany

M&E Project Manager including Instrumentation & Control, Building Automation, and Electrical (General Contractor)

Züblin AG

M&E project management for general contractor new construction of a 99-unit residential building and an office/commercial building in Karlsruhe, and two 98-unit residential buildings in Heidelberg.
Project in Karlsruhe: approx. €34 million.
Projects in Heidelberg: approx. €52 million.
Projects with CHP and transformer station, built to passive house standard with enhanced fire protection.
Reviewing M&E design office plans for DIN compliance, clash-free integration with other trades, and cost effectiveness.
Preparing reports on planning reviews.
Monitoring planning deadlines.
Conducting regular planning meetings, including report writing.
Drafting and reviewing M&E specification documents for completeness and cost effectiveness, preparing review reports.
Lean Construction Management, preparation and facilitation of the Last Planner Method.
Supporting schedule planning and moderating workshops in the IPA project environment.
Independently monitoring schedules and performing functional-technical checks on M&E trades (heating, ventilation, cooling/air conditioning, elevator, sanitary, high/low voltage, building automation).
Construction supervision during the CHP installation in Karlsruhe.
Creating defect reports, conducting fire protection inspections, and documenting defects.
Regular inspections, documentation, and preparation for expert acceptance of fire protection for M&E systems and the overall building.
Meetings with specialist firms and fire safety experts, especially for special solutions.
Conducting shaft inspections and checks, preparing and sending acceptance reports to subcontractors and site managers.
Conducting pipeline inspections and creating corresponding reports.
Creating maintenance schedules for M&E trades and instructing users.
Preparing documentation and adapting revision plans.
Preparing reports, review reports, schedules, defect and acceptance reports, maintenance schedules, documentation, and revision plans.

Jun 2016 - Jul 2017

1 year 2 months

Buttenheim, Germany

Overall Project Manager and Planning Coordinator (GP/Client)

Ingenieurbüro Jansen

Overall project management and planning coordination for the new build and renovation of the REWE logistics center in Buttenheim.
Project value approx. €28 million.
Responsible for foundation work, civil engineering, concrete and hall construction, interior fit-out, HVAC, and M&E.
Preparing coordination and schedule plans for design and execution.
Preparing defect notices in accordance with VOB.
Lean Construction Management, preparation and facilitation of the Last Planner Method.
Supporting scheduling and moderating workshops in the IPA project environment.
Leading construction meetings.
Independently monitoring deadlines for design and construction services.
Functional-technical checks on the execution of new and renovation works for all trades (concrete construction, hall building, full interior fit-out, and M&E trades such as heating, ventilation, cooling/air conditioning, elevator, sanitary, high/low voltage, building automation).
Creating defect reports.
Conducting shaft inspections and checks, preparing and sending acceptance reports to subcontractors and the client.
Conducting pipeline inspections and creating corresponding reports.
Creating maintenance schedules for M&E trades and instructing users.
Preparing documentation and adapting revision plans.

Jan 2014 - May 2016

2 years 5 months

Bremen, Germany

Project Manager for Building Services (General Planner)

Ingenieurbüro Goedde

Project management of building services (TGA) as general planner for the new construction and renovation of Bremen Mitte Hospital.
Focus on defect management in interior fit-out and HVAC/building services.
Partial commissioning of installations and managing conflicts and acceleration in project management.
Project's construction sum approx. €75M.
Preparation of component lists according to VDI, DIN and safety requirements.
Site supervision for the new operating rooms and labs in various building sections, including clean rooms according to DIN EN ISO 14644-1.
Initiation and implementation of acceleration measures.
Project management and partial building commissioning according to HBO.
Creation and handling of defect notices for individual trades.
Controlling and release of defect-free construction sections.
Coordination of site managers and contractors.
Correspondence under VOB with subcontractors and clients.
Rejection and approval of change orders including correspondence.
Preparation and execution of acceptance inspections with experts.

Apr 2013 - Jan 2014

10 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Project Manager for Building Services (General Contractor)

Real Innenausbau AG

Project management of building services as general contractor for the renovation and modernization of the former Allianz headquarters on Weserstraße for Deutsche Bank.
Defect management for interior finishing, HVAC and building services.
Commissioning of all systems.
Renovation of the entire office building in terms of building services and interior finishing according to the new operator's specifications.
Construction budget approx. €23.6M.
Reviewing plans from building services planning firms for DIN compliance, clash-free coordination with other trades and cost efficiency.
Creation of reports for plan reviews.
Scheduling oversight of planning steps.
Conducting regular planning meetings including minutes.
Preparing and checking specifications from building services planning firms for completeness and cost efficiency, including preparation of review reports.
Surveying the entire existing building and checking for function and safety.
Creating component lists according to VDI, DIN and safety requirements that no longer need approval.
Conducting fire safety inspections, recording and reporting defects in execution.
Preparing for expert acceptance of fire safety for building services systems and the entire building.
Meetings with specialist companies and experts in fire safety, especially for special solutions.
Overall project management and building commissioning according to HBO.
Creation and handling of defect notices for trades.
Controlling and release of defect-free construction sections.
Coordination of site managers and executing companies.
Cost controlling and correspondence under VOB with subcontractors and clients.
Rejection and approval of change orders.
Preparation and execution of inspections with experts.

Mar 2006 - Apr 2013

7 years 2 months

Technical Director and Sales Manager

Deutsche Haus AG

Technical director and sales manager of the joint-stock company.
Scheduling oversight of planning steps.
Conducting regular planning meetings with minutes.
Preparing and checking specifications for completeness and cost efficiency, including review reports.
Independently negotiating with building material suppliers, craft businesses, manufacturers, banks and insurers.
Creating the master data for the costing software and defining cycle times.
Training employees in the costing department.
Determining which components appear in the offer at which development stage.
Structuring fixed prices.
Self-training in modern heating technologies (solar, biomass, geothermal, brine drilling), modern house design, economic and ecological construction methods, BUS technology in residential construction, insulation of exterior and interior walls, effective roof insulation, photovoltaic in residential construction.
Creating sales kits for field service with price lists and demonstration materials.
Creating training materials and independently training field staff.
Conducting and evaluating candidate interviews.
Customer consulting and house sales, supporting field service with closings.
Putting together financing solutions for residential construction and training employees.
Preparing construction sites.
Negotiating with utility companies.
Drafting contracts for craftsmen.
Creating construction schedules.
Monitoring incoming payments.
Checking and approving invoices.
Creating target-actual comparisons in the area of construction time.

Aug 2005 - Dec 2005

5 months

Bötzingen, Germany

Site Manager and Coordinator for Fire Damage Restoration

Ars-Mobi-Bausystem

Site manager and coordinator for a complete fire damage restoration for an architecture firm in Bad Kreuznach.
Restoration of a residential house and a warehouse.
Construction cost approx. €0.95M.
Preparing additional tenders and construction management for the fire restoration.
Listing components with defects.
Cost breakdown of the restoration measure with individual costs.
Developing a restoration concept according to the surveyor's specifications.
Creating a schedule with trade timelines.
Controlling individual trades and approving the work.
Reporting to the insurance company.

Jul 2005 - Oct 2006

1 year 4 months

Grolsheim, Germany

Project Manager for Steel Construction, Concrete Construction, Foundation Work, Civil Engineering and Building Services

Ars-Mobi-Bausystem

Construction manager and project leader for an investor from Bad Kreuznach.
Overall construction project to build an office and exhibition building with underground parking and park area in Grolsheim.
Construction cost approx. €10M.
Internet research and acquisition of subcontractors.
Reviewing plans from building services, steel construction, interior fit-out and civil engineering planning offices for DIN compliance, clash-free integration and cost efficiency.
Creation of protocols for plan reviews.
Scheduling oversight of planning steps.
Conducting regular planning meetings with minutes.
Preparing and independently conducting negotiation meetings with subcontractors, suppliers and service providers.
Billing and measurements under VOB.
Correspondence with subcontractors under VOB.
Advising the client on company selection and choosing subcontractors and service providers.
Preparing tenders according to VOB and valid DIN standards using AVA software based on quantity data from planning documents and construction management.
Sending out tender documents.
Drafting and preparing contracts between the client and subcontractors, suppliers and service providers.
Invoice review and payment approval.
Developing a fire safety concept with specialists and adapting all building services work to this concept.

Apr 2003 - Dec 2005

2 years 9 months

Bötzingen, Germany

Project Manager for civil engineering, concrete construction, structural steel construction, special structures, sprinkler

Ars-Mobi-Bausystem

Project management for an architecture firm in Bad Kreuznach.
New construction of an office building with a separate apartment, an artist’s studio, and a warehouse in Bötzingen.
Construction costs approx. €2.65 million.
Further development of a patented steel construction system focusing on optimization and cost efficiency.
Preparation of a detailed project description as a room book.
Reviewing plans from building services (TGA) planning offices for DIN compliance, clash detection, and cost efficiency, and creating corresponding reports.
Monitoring the schedule of planning steps.
Conducting regular planning meetings, including meeting minutes.
Preparing and reviewing the specifications from TGA planning offices for completeness and cost efficiency, and creating review reports.
Quantity surveying as a basis for performance descriptions.
Preparing tenders according to VOB and relevant DIN standards using AVA software.
Coordinating and aligning the specifications of all trades.
Creating cost overviews with analysis of the contributions of involved specialists.
Conducting online research and acquiring subcontractors.
Soliciting, reviewing, and evaluating bids.
Preparing and analyzing price comparison tables for each trade.
Preparing and independently leading negotiation meetings with subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers.
Preparing cost estimates according to DIN 276 and controlling costs.
Checking and evaluating bids and price comparisons against special requirements.
Drafting and preparing contracts between the client and subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers.
Overseeing and coordinating the execution of work.
Setting up and updating a project schedule.
Keeping a construction log.
Inspecting completed work, identifying defects, and supervising the correction of defects.
Reviewing invoices and determining costs, as well as approving checked invoices.
Listing warranty periods.
Preparing, monitoring, and updating payment plans and detailed time, cost, or capacity plans.
Organizing official approvals and participating in the release of performance guarantees.
Compiling graphic and textual documentation.
Creating as-built drawings.
Preparing equipment and inventory lists.
Monitoring the facility and managing it, supervising maintenance and service work.
Project handover.
Acting as safety and health coordinator (SiGeKo) throughout the entire construction period.
Additional tender preparation and construction supervision for a fire remediation project, including a remediation concept.
Tendering and on-site supervision of 28 trades.

Oct 2002 - Apr 2003

7 months

Simbach am Inn, Germany

Construction Manager – Site Supervision and Claims Management

Singer Tiefbau GmbH

Construction manager for a medium-sized construction company with about 25 employees.
Tasks in construction management, site supervision, claim management, general construction, civil engineering, and specialized civil engineering.
Compiling quantities based on delivery notes and measurements of materials actually installed.
Preparing and issuing progress invoices according to VOB based on updated quantity lists.
Creating cost calculation bases for each tender position.
Written notification of quantity increases according to VOB Part B § 2.3 (2) and quantity decreases according to VOB Part B § 2.3 (3) to the client.
Attending site meetings.
Negotiating contracts with clients and suppliers.
Negotiating change orders.
Handling correspondence between the client, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Oct 2002 - Apr 2003

7 months

Wittenberg, Germany

Construction Manager – Project Management and Change Management

Wittenberger Stahlbau GmbH

Construction manager for a medium-sized steel construction company with about 120 employees.
Providing consulting services with focus on organizational restructuring.
Analyzing mechanical work processes.
Reviewing and analyzing the internal and external communication network.
Reviewing and evaluating the existing handbook according to ISO 9001.
Managing the purchasing and estimating departments.
Advising on the introduction of an electronic estimating software.
Managing the goods receiving and dispatch department.
Assessing staff on their knowledge of DIN standards and VOB regulations.
Managing the reporting to senior management.
Reviewing reports and notifications from the executing company.
Acquiring new potential clients and presenting to new customers.
Overseeing new construction projects in southern Germany and leading their project management.
Conducting contract, change order, and bid negotiations for future construction projects.
Winning new clients, including BMW Munich and Dingolfing.
Selecting a new facility in northern Bavaria and recruiting new staff on site.
Analyzing the planned vs. actual status of existing hardware and software.
Designing and creating an online presence.

Jul 2002 - Sep 2002

3 months

Preparation for self-employment

Self-employment

Developing a business concept for self-employment.
Defining key tasks and areas of activity.
Planning and executing necessary purchases.
Drafting a financing plan.
Designing the company lettering (corporate identity).
Designing marketing letters and preparing an advertising campaign.
Coordinating with a tax advisor and a lawyer.
Presenting the concept to the employment office and the trade licensing office.

Jul 2001 - Jun 2002

1 year

Kemnath, Germany

Lead Project Manager and Project Coordinator

DC Promotion

Overall project management and project coordination for commercial building projects including fire protection and full building services (TGA).
Complete renovation of a nightclub in Vohenstrauß (capacity 1,500 people, renovation costs approx. €850,000).
Development of an experience gastronomy concept over 4,000 m² with three independent areas.
New construction of a restaurant with 200 seats and a 200 m² terrace area.
New construction of a gaming arcade and a nightclub.
Creating quantity surveys.
Preparing tenders and contracts for various trades.
Reviewing plans from building services (TGA) planning offices for DIN compliance, clash detection, and cost efficiency, and creating corresponding reports.
Monitoring the schedule of planning steps.
Conducting regular planning meetings, including creating minutes.
Preparing and reviewing the specifications from TGA planning offices for completeness and cost efficiency, and creating review reports.
Tendering, awarding contracts, and site management for steel construction, stair and railing construction, tiling, ceiling cladding, sanitary installation, sprinkler systems, locking and security technology including fire protection, interior fitting including upholstery work, interior and exterior painting, graffiti work, as well as bar counter new construction and conversion.

Mar 2001 - Jun 2001

4 months

Ingolstadt, Germany

Field Sales Representative

GaLa 3000

Field sales for a software company providing payroll and estimation programs.
Preparation of payrolls.
New customer acquisition and telemarketing.
Software demonstrations at customer sites.
Creation and handling of customer analyses.

Dec 1999 - Jan 2001

1 year 2 months

Munich, Germany

Full-time Distance Learning IT Manager

Teleakademie Mediadesign

Full-time distance learning program to become an IT Manager by tele-learning with project phases for implementing interactive websites.
Theoretical focus on marketing, online marketing, concept design, project management, and implementing database-driven websites and e-commerce systems.
Programming skills in HTML, Basic, and JavaScript.
Use of MS Office products such as Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Exchange Server.
Project work to develop a portal for the Upper Palatinate ([link]) for an advertising agency.
Project work to build an online platform about educational opportunities in Regensburg (displaying all school types) for the Regensburg school authority.

Jul 1997 - Oct 1999

2 years 4 months

Kaufbeuren, Germany

Turnkey Construction Project Manager

Kerler GmbH

Project manager in turnkey construction (residential and industrial buildings) as general contractor.
Total construction volume of managed projects approx. €560 million.
Preparation of marketing activities and project acquisition.
Contract negotiations and closing contracts with large companies, subcontractors, joint venture partners, suppliers, and banks for short- and long-term financing.
Responsible for personnel and budget policies in the design and turnkey construction department.
Development and preparation of offers and change order proposals.
Preparation of target vs. actual analyses for each project, per team, per machine, and for the entire division.
Training of commercial staff in electronic recording of quantities, hours, and materials.
New development of the purchasing department and establishing new contacts with foreign clients.
Scheduling and logistics for the company vehicle fleet.
Scheduling and coordination of subcontractors and site managers.
Review of all planning including building services planning for compliance with DIN standards, clash avoidance, and cost efficiency, and creation of minutes.
Monitoring planning deadlines.
Conducting regular planning meetings with minute-taking.
Preparation and review of specifications from building services planning offices, creation of review reports.
Leading and preparing weekly meetings with site managers, purchasing, marketing, and management.
Preparation of documents related to receivables and legal disputes.
Negotiations with lawyers in legal proceedings.
Note: Kerler GmbH dissolved its turnkey construction department in July 1998 and filed for insolvency in December 1999.

Apr 1995 - Jun 1997

2 years 3 months

Hirschau, Germany

Site Manager and Division Manager for Earthworks and Civil Engineering

Zeidler GmbH

Site manager and from 02/1996 division manager for earthworks and civil engineering (general contractor).
Project value of responsible projects approx. €260 million.
Responsible for rebuilding the company in East Germany.
Preparation of marketing activities and acquisition of new construction projects.
Contract negotiations and signings with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Review of planning by building services planning offices for compliance with standards, clash avoidance, and cost efficiency, and creation of minutes.
Monitoring planning deadlines.
Conducting regular planning meetings with minute-taking.
Preparation and review of specifications from building services planning offices, creation of review reports.
Project planning and management with up to 150 staff and project volume up to €4 million.
Staff recruiting.
Responsible for project billing with the client.
Planning, preparation, and implementation of new process technologies.
Procurement of new equipment.
Preparation of service offers.
Drafting of subcontractor contracts.
In-house training for commercial and technical staff.
Creation and leadership of working groups.
Preparation of network plans for the projects.
Site management tasks until 02/1996: project responsibility for the entire division, negotiations and signings with subcontractors and material suppliers, scheduling, logistics and project management, preliminary and final cost calculation, quantity compilation, and invoicing for individual trades and complete projects.

Oct 1994 - Mar 1995

6 months

Plößberg, Germany

Technical Field Service

Horn Leichtmetallbau

Technical field service representative in industrial and commercial construction, steel construction, fire protection, and facade construction.
Presentation of the Horn Group to developers, architects, general contractors, and housing associations.
Following up on offers.
Managing a sales territory in Saxony, Berlin, and Thuringia.
Contract drafting.
Conducting negotiations with clients.

Aug 1990 - Jul 1994

4 years

Apprenticeship as Draftsman in Structural and Civil Engineering and Distance Learning to Become a State-Certified Building

Various Educational Institutions

Apprenticeship as a draftsman in structural and civil engineering.
Distance learning to become a state-certified building technician in structural engineering.
12 months of classes in English, business administration, personnel management, technical mathematics, computer science, and quality management, as well as other subject-specific courses.
Specialization in the specific application area during the remaining 32 months.
Obtained the state-certified technician diploma and the general entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences, granting access to a technical university or university.
Authorized to submit building plans as a state-certified building technician.
Areas of study: business administration, quality and project management, information technology and technical communication (IT systems, CAD, software), construction law/building design, construction operations (planning, execution, bidding), surveying (cadastral data, horizontal and vertical surveying), structural design and analysis (planning, calculations, verifications), building structures and reinforced concrete construction, building services (heating and energy technology, water supply), planning and design, work preparation and project planning, tender management, project management, quality assurance and testing, work and business organization, team leadership and personnel management.

Oct 1988 - Jul 1990

1 year 10 months

Weiden in der Oberpfalz, Germany

Further Training in the Commercial Field

KSZ Commercial Training Center

Further training at the commercial training center in Weiden.
Acquired basic knowledge in purchasing (ordering, inventory management with IT, pricing, material and invoice verification, discounts, contract types with suppliers).
Acquired basic knowledge in sales (pricing, contribution margin calculation, contract types with clients).

Oct 1981 - Dec 1987

6 years 3 months

Munich, Germany

Service Mechanic and Installation Supervisor in Building Services Engineering including Fire Protection

König GmbH Equipment and Ventilation Construction

Service mechanic and later installation supervisor in equipment and ventilation construction, building services engineering including fire protection.
Work in industrial and plant engineering, petrochemicals, turbine manufacturing, and power plant construction as a general contractor.
Independently carried out new installations in plant and piping construction according to drawing specifications.
Maintenance of ventilation and air conditioning systems.
Consulting and instructing customers on new installations.
Managed clients such as BMW (Munich and Landshut, expansion of the logistics center with a high-bay warehouse), ELF in Speyer (renewal of a petrochemical plant in pump station and distillation unit areas), Siemens (new construction, maintenance, and repair of power plant and turbine facilities), and Linde AG (expansion of petrochemical facilities).
Coordinated construction sites in Europe and the Arab countries (including Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Hofuf, Ha'il, Ras al-Khaimah).
Fabrication and on-site installation of large special steel structures, including professional installation of all building services engineering.
Training of in-house and external staff.
Independently negotiated with international clients in change order management.
Measurement of quantities and work for further processing of interim invoices.
Participated in courses for gas welding and arc welding according to DIN EN 287.1, certified as a pipe welder.
Ended employment after a workplace accident.

Aug 1979 - May 1981

1 year 10 months

Altenstadt an der Waldnaab, Germany

Apprenticeship as Heating and Ventilation Mechanic

Keck

Training as a central heating and ventilation mechanic.
Learning installation, maintenance, and servicing of heating and ventilation systems.
Basics of building services and control technology.
Practical work on construction sites in heating and ventilation systems.

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Construction, Energy, Real Estate, Chemical, Education, and Healthcare.

Construction

Energy

Real Estate

Chemical

Education

Healthcare

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Procurement, Quality Assurance, Operations, Sales, and Product Development.

Project Management

Procurement

Quality Assurance

Operations

Sales

Product Development

Summary

Qualification Profile: Experienced project manager and site manager with decades of expertise managing complex high-rise, industrial construction and building services (TGA) large-scale projects. Proven in the technical overall coordination of planning, execution and commissioning while meeting the highest quality, safety and deadline standards. Familiar with owner representation, service phase reviews and coordinating demanding building systems such as cleanrooms, building automation and energy systems. As a reliable contact for authorities, international clients and general contractors, he ensures cost-effective, compliant and operational project results. Leads installation and subcontractor teams with clarity, structure and responsibility. Stands for technical excellence, proactive risk management and reliable project management throughout the entire lifecycle.

Core Competencies

TGA & utility systems
Overall project management
Owner representation
Schedule & quality control
HSE & occupational safety
Cleanroom & special technology
Claims & contract management
Planning & service phase reviews
High-rise & industrial site management
Commissioning & handover
Risk management
Cost & budget control
VOB & tendering

Selected major projects:

OCM HVAC large-scale project ENGIE: Overall site management for HVAC and sanitary across multiple phases, managing installation teams and subcontractors as well as quality and schedules for the timely completion of complex installations.
Office, fitness and company medical areas refurbishment Beiersdorf AG: Construction management and TGA coordination during ongoing operation, tendering, defect and HSE control for compliant completion of high-traffic functional areas.
New USA military hospital Ramstein, LBB Weilerbach (€898 million): Owner representation for fire protection and utility systems, reviewing service phases 4 and 5, coordinating technical centers and a 10 MW CHP plant to ensure full supply capability.
Pharma refurbishment Roche Penzberg, projects MGP2 and Nukl2 (€65 million): TGA construction management, building automation, instrumentation and fire protection in existing building remodel with new cleanroom construction for on-time cleanroom commissioning.
New build and refurbishment REWE logistics center Buttenheim (€28 million): Overall project management on both client and contractor side for shell, interior fit-out and complete TGA with coordination of all trades for full operational handover of the logistics site.
Karlsruhe tram tunnel, Zetcon (shell €587 million, interior fit-out €452 million): TGA and HSE project management, plan review, fire safety inspections and approvals for a 3.6 km tunnel with 7 stations to deliver operational TGA and fire safety infrastructure.
New dm headquarters Karlsruhe Durlach, pki Ingenieure (TGA €65 million, total €125 million): TGA construction supervision, HSE and technical fire protection management for office complex and parking garage up to expert approval and reliable TGA systems.

Skills

High-Rise And Underground Construction, Landscaping (Gala) Construction, Special Foundation Work, Concrete Construction, Hvacr, Building Services (Tga), Fire Protection Officer Sigeko
Overall Project Manager
Construction And Project Management Of Building Services (Tga), Instrumentation And Control Including Building Automation, Fire Protection, Commissioning And Handover To Client
Plan Coordinator, Client And General Contractor Side, Feasibility Checks, Oversight Of Design Offices
Plan Review For Din Compliance
Site Coordinator On Client Side For Complete Shell Construction Including Concrete Structure, Foundation Work And Hvacr
Project Manager On Contractor Side For Shell, Interior Fit-Out, Hvacr
Cleanrooms And Cleanroom Ceilings, Din En Iso 14644-1 To 9
Construction Cost Estimation, Order And Bid Calculation
Change Order Cost Calculation, Change Management
Creating Construction Schedules With Ms Project
Commissioning Of Building Services (Tga)
Tendering With Ava Software And Stl-Bau
Procurement And Awarding Of Subcontractor Services
Billing Of Services According To Vob
Correspondence Under Construction Law, Hoai, Vob And Din Standards
Defect Management With Correspondence And Documentation
Sales Of Construction Technology Products
Sales Management And Staff Training
Lean Construction Management
Brz, Dalux, Bim Models, Ms Project
Nemetschek
Ariba Construction Software
Rib Construction Software
Residential Construction, Single-Family Houses To Housing Complexes
Nightclubs And Gaming Arcades
Warehouses, Nursing Homes, Residential Complexes
Industrial Buildings/Facilities
Office Buildings, Pharmaceutical Industry
School Buildings
Shopping Centers
Substations
Gas Compressor Stations
Power Plant Construction
Hospitals
Hotel Complexes
Vob And Din Standards And Austrian Construction Law (ÖNorm)
Conflict Management
Procurement
Controlling
Billing
Tendering And Awarding
Concrete Construction
High-Rise Construction
Underground Construction
Complete Building Services (Tga) Including Fire Protection And Sprinkler And Fire-Fighting Systems
Hvacr
Industrial Construction
Commercial Construction
Petrochemicals
Steel And Hall Construction
Power Plant Construction
Project Management
Site Management
Damage And Defect Management
Numerous Ava Programs
Ms Project
Ms Office
Bim Planning
Ms Project

Languages

German

Native

English

Elementary

French

Elementary

Education

Dec 1999 - Jan 2001

Teleakademie Mediadesign

IT Manager · Munich, Germany

Aug 1990 - Jul 1994

Building and civil engineering draughtsman; State-certified construction technician

Oct 1988 - Jul 1990

Kaufmännisches Schulungszentrum

Commercial training · Weiden in der Oberpfalz, Germany

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

SCC certificate (Safety Certificate Contractors)

Safety Management

RAB 30, Annex C for SiGe coordinators

Academy BauA

RAB 30, Annex B for SiGe coordinators

Academy BauA

Occupational safety knowledge

Academy BauA

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 29

Experience in Construction 39.5 y

Avg length 1 y 7 m

Longest experience 7 y 1 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles OCM (Overall Site Manager) for HVAC, Technical Site Manager Piping, Construction Manager High-rise and TGA Coordinator on Client Side

Main industries Construction, Energy, Real Estate

Main business areas Project Management, Procurement, Quality Assurance

Qualifications

Certifications earned 4

Profile

Created

January 2026

Last Update

May 2026

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Where is Thorsten based?

Thorsten is based in Stadelhofen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Thorsten speak?

Thorsten speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Elementary), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Thorsten have?

Thorsten has at least 45 years of experience. During this time, Thorsten has worked in at least 29 different roles and for 27 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months. Note that Thorsten may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Thorsten be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Thorsten would be well-suited for roles such as: OCM (Overall Site Manager) for HVAC, Technical Site Manager Piping, Construction Manager High-rise and TGA Coordinator on Client Side.

What is Thorsten's latest experience?

Thorsten's most recent position is OCM (Overall Site Manager) for HVAC at Engie Deutschland GmbH.

What companies has Thorsten worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Thorsten has worked for Engie Deutschland GmbH, Exyte Deutschland GmbH, Beiersdorf AG, Landesbetrieb LBB Weilerbach, and VTU-Ingenieure.

Which industries is Thorsten most experienced in?

Thorsten is most experienced in industries like Construction, Energy, and Real Estate. Thorsten also has some experience in Chemical, Education, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Thorsten most experienced in?

Thorsten is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Procurement, and Quality Assurance. Thorsten also has some experience in Operations, Sales, and Product Development.

Which industries has Thorsten worked in recently?

Thorsten has recently worked in industries like Construction, Aerospace and Defense, and Energy.

Which business areas has Thorsten worked in recently?

Thorsten has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Quality Assurance, and Operations.

What is Thorsten's education?

Thorsten attended Teleakademie Mediadesign for IT Manager.

Does Thorsten have any certificates?

Thorsten has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: SCC certificate (Safety Certificate Contractors), RAB 30, Annex C for SiGe coordinators, RAB 30, and Annex B for SiGe coordinators.

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