Schaffhausen
Construction Project Manager (m/f/d)
- 23 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 140 000 - 145 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 8245 Schaffhausen
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Construction Project Manager (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF140,000 - 145,000Supply security around the clock – does that sound like your mission? Our Rocken partner is a modern energy and infrastructure company that reliably supplies people with electricity, gas, heat, water and operates wastewater systems. From photovoltaic systems to electromobility to building technology solutions: energy is actively shaped here. The field of activity covers the entire range of sustainable supply – from heat networks to self-consumption solutions to innovative infrastructure projects. The focus is clearly on future-proof, customised energy solutions. Short decision-making paths, independent work and a team working together on the energy transition. Ready to take responsibility and become part of a sustainable future? Then our Rocken partner looks forward to hearing from you.
Role:
On behalf of the client, we are looking immediately or by arrangement for an experienced leader for the strategic and operational management of construction project management in civil engineering and utility construction. You will take overall responsibility for demanding infrastructure projects in the areas of electricity, gas, water, urban drainage as well as district heating and cooling and lead an interdisciplinary team of around 10-15 employees. The focus is on overarching project control, leadership and further development of the department as well as ensuring quality, costs, deadlines and investment targets. The position combines technical infrastructure management, strategic leadership and economic project responsibility with the active shaping of a reliable and future-proof supply infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
Strategic and operational overall management of construction project management for demanding civil engineering, network construction and utility projects in the Schaffhausen region
Personnel, technical and organisational leadership of a team of around 10-15 employees from project management, construction management and technical planning
Further development of the department organisation, leadership structures and project management processes to ensure efficient and high-quality project execution
Overarching control and quality assurance of infrastructure projects in the areas of electricity supply, gas, water supply, urban drainage as well as district heating and cooling
Responsibility for medium- and long-term project, resource and investment planning taking into account technical, operational and economic requirements
Overall responsibility for budget planning, cost control and investment controlling including monitoring of project costs, cost forecasts and financial targets
Leadership and coordination of external engineering, planning and construction partners as well as ensuring contractually agreed services, quality standards and project deadlines
Management of complex project portfolios and prioritisation of parallel construction projects taking into account supply security, operational dependencies and available resources
Coordination with authorities, municipalities, civil engineering offices, other utility providers and internal specialist departments to coordinate joint infrastructure and construction projects
Responsibility for approval, procurement, awarding and contract processes taking into account relevant legal requirements, SIA standards and public procurement procedures
Overarching coordination of traffic management, construction site logistics and communication concepts to minimise disruptions during construction
Early identification and management of technical, economic and organisational project risks as well as continuous optimisation of cross-departmental collaboration and project quality
Qualifications:
Completed studies as a civil engineer FH/ETH, environmental engineer FH/ETH or a comparable technical university education or a diploma as a technical specialist HF construction management with a focus on civil engineering
Several years of professional and leadership experience in civil engineering, utility construction, network construction or comparable infrastructure projects with proven responsibility for employees and complex project portfolios
Sound technical knowledge in the planning and implementation of supply and disposal infrastructures, especially in pipeline construction for electricity, gas, water, drainage or thermal networks
Very good knowledge of strategic and operational project management including SIA phase model, cost and schedule control, investment planning as well as risk and quality management
Practical experience in public procurement, tenders, awarding procedures, contract management and construction law approval procedures as well as knowledge of relevant SIA standards and technical guidelines
Strong leadership and organisational skills with the ability to further develop interdisciplinary teams, implement strategic goals and make demanding decisions independently
Very good German language skills in spoken and written form for leadership, negotiation and communication with authorities as well as entrepreneurial thinking, high communication skills and an independent, decisive and solution-oriented working style
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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Schaffhausen