As the Head of the Hamburg office, Matthias Mess takes care of local acquisition and the management of regional and international clients. Notably, he serves as the single point of contact for major clients across Germany. His role also involves mentoring his team members and taking on his own projects as a project lead, ensuring continuous operations and client satisfaction.
His schedule typically comprises several meetings, many of which are conducted online. However, he values in-person and on-site interactions and makes an effort to meet clients and colleagues face-to-face whenever possible. To stay sharp and energised, he fits in a quick visit to the gym during his lunch break, readying himself for the second half of the day.
Matthias is driven by the responsibility he holds - for his team, his projects, and the way he performs his job. He thrives on interacting with clients and making a positive impact on projects, ensuring they run smoothly and efficiently. He worked as an architect for about a decade and had his first encounter with a project manager during this time. This experience, combined with taking on project management and cost management roles for an international client, convinced him that this was the right direction for his career. Matthias resonates most with the value of going the extra mile to help clients and projects, often leading to long-term client relationships.
Take responsibility for yourself. You will always have people around you to support you while you do your best to move things forward and achieve success.
Building a strong reputation with a significant international client on multiple levels is a standout accomplishment for Matthias at Gleeds. Matthias enjoys engaging in as many sports as possible, spending time with his dog and preparing good meals. If he hadn’t pursued his current career, Matthias might have been a medical doctor, which was once available option for him.