1. On which task have you particularly grown professionally?
Starting my career was actually my biggest challenge. As a career changer and just graduated from university, I had no real idea of the complexity behind construction projects that you come across almost every day. My first few months at ehret+klein were like jumping in at the deep end. My colleagues and my team, who I was able to pester with my questions, were particularly helpful. The fact that my team leader gave me the chance to prove myself despite my lack of experience is something I have only experienced at ehret+klein.

2. You support your team in various matters - what do you enjoy most?
I generally think it's cool when I see that my work contributes to the bigger picture. It's even better when something is created through teamwork. I can't name a specific task here.  

3. Dog or cat and why? 
Dog - Exclamation mark. Quite simply because dogs are also great team players and companions. I grew up with them and after my wife really wanted a dog and we discovered Riley at the breeder, I couldn't say no, of course. She's been part of our family ever since - with more privileges than I have.  

Why did you choose a medium-sized company?
Short communication paths, quick decision-making, and a positive team spirit were the key factors that convinced me.

What has been your biggest success in a project so far?
The completion and handover of the apartments in the quarter "Am Papierbach" in Landsberg am Lech, along with the happy faces of the new owners and residents. It gives me the sense of creating lasting value.
 

What challenges still lie ahead?
Implementing the overall development of the urban quarter in the current market environment and realizing the vision for the district with all stakeholders.
 

Can you imagine living there yourself?
Absolutely, if the architectural quality and vision align. What matters to me is a family-friendly environment, sustainable buildings, cultural and social diversity, and a high standard of architectural design. In my opinion, the district in Landsberg offers exactly that.
 

You actually come from a background in real estate sales – what made you decide to become a project manager?

Even back then, I really enjoyed actively helping to shape new construction projects from a sales perspective, and I found it fascinating to see how a green field ultimately became a real living space. Seeing a project grow and helping to shape it from the very beginning – that's what got me hooked on project development and ultimately motivated me to switch to this field. 

Do you benefit from your experience as a sales representative?

Absolutely! Through my interactions with customers, I have developed a keen sense of what is important when designing properties. In addition, I was able to learn a great deal about structural and technical requirements during the planning stage, which has been very helpful to me as I transitioned into project development.

You are originally from Stuttgart. How did you end up in Munich and ultimately at ehret+klein?

I already had a connection to Munich and the surrounding area through friends and family. The proximity to the mountains and lakes in particular makes the region a great place to live for me, as I like to spend my free time outdoors. I came across ehret+klein through one of my professors from university, who taught in the field of project development. I then decided to send a speculative application – and as you can see, it was successful.

What excites you about your job? IT is not everyone's cup of tea.

That's true! And yet we all have to deal with these machines on a daily basis. Nowadays, nothing works without IT. I probably didn't realize this when I assembled my first PC at the age of 6, but I've been incredibly fascinated by the subject ever since!

In my career so far, I've been able to gather a lot of impressions, whether as a typical system administrator - all alone in a cold server room (which is probably the cliché of the IT specialist) - or as a consultant in the Microsoft 365 area. The latter is exactly my thing. I love interacting with people - without a ticket - but in person in our IT department!

A few years ago, you were already working as an external service provider - including for ehret+klein. What is it like to be part of the team yourself now?

In my 10 years as an IT service provider, I was able to build up a sound knowledge base in all areas of IT. By supporting a wide variety of medium-sized companies, from medical practices to cytology, I was able to implement a wide range of processes and get to know a large number of software solutions.
At ehret+klein in particular, I was very impressed by the working atmosphere, the positive team spirit and the high standard with which the projects were implemented. Being able to play my part now makes me happy.

The real estate industry is not necessarily considered an innovative stronghold for software - where do you see development potential for the industry?

I don't think that can be said across the board for the real estate industry alone! Nowadays, many industries are faced with the challenge of recognizing the added value of new IT technologies and using them to their advantage. Above all, however, employees need to be brought on board and supported through the change process. Nowadays, we can rely on both tried-and-tested and new IT infrastructures that make our daily work easier. My mission: to drive digital collaboration even further, because I love and live modern working.

From Executive Assistant to Manager Debt & Finance – how did that happen, and did the experience you gained during your career help you?

Absolutely. Although I started at ehret+klein as a career changer, my role as Executive Assistant to Michael Ehret gave me a comprehensive overview of the company's strategic context. As Mr Ehret was already heavily involved in the acquisition of our projects at that time, I gained comprehensive insights into the acquisition process, which helped me greatly when I moved to the relevant team. Here, I was able to gain experience in the areas of due diligence and project calculation, which provided an excellent foundation for my current role. 

Your role as Executive Assistant was much more than originally planned – Greece was certainly a big topic here, wasn't it?

That's right – during my time as Michael Ehret's right-hand man, the expansion into Greece took place. In addition to my current responsibilities, I took on project management and oversaw the purchase, planning and construction of a new office building in Athens, which was completed in 2024. This period was both challenging and motivating, because I learned an incredible amount and was able to grow far beyond the boundaries of my actual role.

Your job must be very stressful – what do you do to recharge your batteries?

I am a passionate road cyclist and enjoy ski touring in winter. It's great that road cycling is also part of the culture at ehret+klein.  I have often cycled around Lake Starnberg with my colleagues to round off the working day, or taken part in Real Estate Cycling, which raises money for social projects. It's a really cool way to combine your hobby with your job!

What do you think makes a good property manager? And how is that reflected in your everyday work?

For me, personal contact is key – both with our clients and with the tenants. For me, property management means building relationships and really understanding needs. Of course, administrative tasks are part of the job, but they shouldn't dominate our everyday work. That's why I think it's important to regularly review processes, adapt them to new circumstances and make targeted use of technology to reduce routine work. This leaves more room for what really matters: people, solutions and quality of service. I also believe that every property manager should regularly visit their properties in person. Only those who are on site can truly understand the properties – and manage them responsibly.

What approach do you take as a team leader?

In the team, I focus on open communication and mutual trust. It is important to me that we not only discuss tasks, but also topics that concern us in our daily work. This leads to new ideas and genuine collaboration. At the same time, I make sure that our work processes remain efficient and modern. Routine should not slow us down – it should support us in what really creates value: contact with our customers and tenants.