Steinhem direct search
Lausanne
Site Manager – Civil Engineering / T-U Domain (VALAIS)
- 27 September 2026
- 100%
- Lausanne
About the job
Company Description
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Job Description
Our client, renowned for its expertise in civil engineering, infrastructure and spatial planning, has been supporting ambitious and sustainable projects in Switzerland and internationally for several decades. To strengthen its dynamic and committed team, we are looking for a:
Site Manager – Civil Engineering / T-U Domain
As part of a major infrastructure project, the candidate will have operational responsibility for the T/U domain. They will ensure the technical, organisational and administrative management of the works, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, deadlines, costs and quality standards.
Main tasks
Overall site management, from preparation to completion, ensuring coordination of technical, administrative and organisational aspects.
Ensure the representation of the Client on site and monitor compliance with cost, schedule, quality and safety objectives.
Supervise the economic and contractual monitoring of the project: measurement control, validation of services, analysis of additional works, preparation and processing of supplementary offers.
Ensure the coordination of the various partners and contractors involved and provide support to the Client in managing interfaces between the different lots.
Anticipate execution constraints, identify potential deviations and implement necessary corrective measures to ensure smooth progress of the works.
Ensure reporting on site progress and contribute to monitoring project performance indicators.
Location: Sion / Sierre region, Valais.
Profile sought
Higher education HES or EPF in civil engineering or equivalent qualification.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in managing and monitoring civil engineering projects in Switzerland.
Strong expertise in road infrastructure, including:
road geometry and earthworks;
construction and repair of pavements and surfacings;
traffic management and maintenance during construction phases;
drainage and water sanitation systems;
BSA equipment and installations in the road sector;
retaining devices and safety equipment;
fencing and infrastructure-related landscaping;
road signage and markings.
Proven experience on OFROU projects is essential.
Excellent knowledge of SIA standards, applicable road infrastructure regulations as well as OFROU directives, standards and technical documents.
Demonstrated experience in managing costs, deadlines and contractual services.
Good command of the Microsoft Office 365 environment.
Excellent coordination, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to interact with Clients, representatives, contractors and other stakeholders.
Autonomy, sense of responsibility, method, rigour and ability to maintain an overall project vision.
Professional experience in Switzerland is essential.
Fluent French, minimum level C1, native French speakers preferred.
Strictest confidentiality is guaranteed.
STEINHEM direct search reserves the right to respond only to applications meeting the required criteria.
Qualifications
Higher education HES or EPF in civil engineering or equivalent qualification.
Additional Information
Please send your CV or LINKEDIN profile by email to: decastro(at)steinhem.com
Mr de Castro is happy to answer any questions at +41 78 912 37 20.
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