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Our network
Are you a seasoned finance leader in the Real Estate, Construction, or Infrastructure sector? We are expanding our network of dynamic CFOs and Finance Directors to take on high-impact leadership roles within private equity-backed portfolio companies across the DACH region.
Key responsibilities
* Build and lead a high-performing finance organization in project-driven environments
* Partner closely with management to steer complex development, construction, and infrastructure projects end-to-end
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow and liquidity management with a strong focus on project controlling
* Implement and optimize project-based reporting standards, cost-to-complete analyses, and risk management frameworks
* Ensure transparent financial steering across multiple sites, SPVs, and project phases
* Drive commercial excellence in tender processes, contract negotiations, and claims management
* Establish robust financial models and performance KPIs tailored to project-driven businesses
* Lead refinancing, capital structure optimization, and stakeholder management with banks and financial institutions
* Execute M&A transactions and integration initiatives, including platform build-outs and asset acquisitions
* Shape the equity story and support value-creation initiatives throughout the investment lifecycle
* Continuously strengthen finance processes, controlling instruments, and digital tools to enhance operational efficiency
* Serve as the key contact for auditors, tax advisors, investors, and regulatory bodies
Your profile
* University degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field
* Extensive experience as a CFO or Finance Director in Real Estate, Construction, Infrastructure, or project-heavy industrial environments
* Deep understanding of project business dynamics (cost-to-complete, WIP, margin management, delays, CAPEX cycles, claims, contract structures)
* Proven track record in private equity-backed settings is a strong advantage
* Experience managing complex multi-project portfolios or large-scale infrastructure developments
* Solid background in refinancing, bank negotiations, and capital-intensive business models
* Demonstrated success in M&A and post-merger integration; buy-and-build exposure is a plus
* Strong technical finance expertise across controlling, accounting, and reporting
* Strategic thinker with a hands-on, pragmatic leadership approach
* Modern and people-centric leadership style with strong stakeholder management skills
* Excellent communication and presentation abilities
* Fluency in German and English
If you are ready to explore exciting CFO and FD opportunities and become part of our exclusive finance leadership network, we look forward to hearing from you!
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