Zürich
Project Manager Heating/Cooling (m/f/d)
- 21 August 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 120 000 - 125 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- Zürich
About the job
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Project Manager Heating/Cooling (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF120,000 - 125,000How does building technology become a driving force for sustainable development? Our Rocken partner is an engineering and planning company specialising in technical solutions in the fields of electrical, HVAC, energy, and security systems. With interdisciplinary teams, the company accompanies projects from the initial idea to ongoing operation. The focus is on future-proof concepts that combine technical precision with ecological responsibility. Innovative methods such as automated quality assurance and digital planning processes shape daily work. The company is fully led by active managers – this creates short decision-making paths and genuine co-creation. Here you work in an environment where expertise and initiative are equally valued. Are you ready to tackle technical challenges with passion? Then our Rocken partner looks forward to hearing from you.
Role:
On behalf of the client, we are looking for an experienced Project Manager Heating / Cooling for the planning and realisation of demanding building technology projects in the Zurich area. You will be responsible for projects of various sizes from the feasibility study and concept development through design and tendering to realisation and handover to the client. You will lead project teams, coordinate the technical interfaces with other building technology disciplines, and develop economical and energy-efficient heating and cooling systems. The position combines technical project management, HVAC specialist coordination, client consulting, and modern digital planning methods.
Responsibilities:
Independent management of heating and cooling projects from study and conception to commissioning and handover
Development, dimensioning, and optimisation of heating, cooling generation, and heat distribution systems for demanding building projects
Handling of relevant SIA project phases including preliminary project, construction project, tendering, execution support, and completion
Creation of energy concepts, technical calculations, schematics, and system concepts considering energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Technical leadership of planners and junior project managers as well as coordination of external specialist planning and execution partners
Coordination of interfaces with ventilation, sanitary, electrical, building automation, architecture, and other specialist disciplines
Preparation of tenders, specifications, and offer comparisons as well as technical support during awarding
Responsibility for costs, deadlines, quality, and project controlling within the managed projects
Consulting and support of clients and principals on technical, energetic, and economic issues
Technical support of assembly, commissioning, acceptance, and quality assurance of heating and cooling systems
Use of CAD and digital planning tools as well as participation in the further development of efficient planning processes
Qualifications:
Education as certified building services engineer FH, certified technician HF building services or comparable qualification with a focus on heating/cooling
Several years of professional experience in planning and project management of heating and cooling systems
Solid expertise in heat generation, heat distribution, cooling technology, and hydraulic systems
Good knowledge of relevant SIA standards and Swiss building technology standards as well as corresponding planning processes
Experience in tendering, cost planning, specialist coordination, and execution support
Good user knowledge of CAD systems and Microsoft 365
Very good German language skills spoken and written
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours: Flexible working time model
- Market- and performance-based salaries: Contemporary remuneration
- Attractive training and development opportunities: Internal training and development programme
- Open corporate culture: A varied and development-friendly activity in a collegial team
- Good transport connections and accessibility: Modern workplace in a good transport location (Oerlikon train station)
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Work location
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