Zürich
Project Manager Civil Engineering (m/f/d)
- 23 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 115 000 - 120 000 /year
- German (Fluent), English (Intermediate)
- 8001 Zürich
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Project Manager Civil Engineering (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF115,000 - 120,000Water is quality of life – and at the same time one of the most demanding infrastructure tasks. Our Rocken partner is an established engineering firm specialising in drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, civil engineering, and municipal engineering. From planning to implementation, the company accompanies complex infrastructure projects with high quality standards. The field of activity covers the entire spectrum from water supply systems, reservoir construction, settlement drainage to building control and sewer construction. Technical expertise meets sustainable solutions for municipalities and public clients. The working method is characterised by precise planning, reliable project execution, and a team that takes responsibility. Here, professional competence counts as much as the overall perspective. Ready to help shape infrastructure that lasts? Then our Rocken partner looks forward to your application.
Role:
On behalf of the client, we are looking for an experienced professional for project management and construction management of demanding civil and road construction projects in municipal, cantonal, and private environments. You will independently plan and realise road, sewer, and utility construction projects and accompany infrastructure projects from concept development to successful handover. The focus is on technical planning, leading interdisciplinary project teams, and responsibility for quality, costs, and deadlines. The position combines civil engineering, infrastructure planning, and operational project management with collaboration with municipalities, authorities, clients, and contractors.
Responsibilities:
Independent project management of civil and road construction projects for municipal, cantonal, and private clients
Planning and realisation of road construction, sewer, and utility projects as well as combined infrastructure and development projects
Responsibility for handling all relevant project phases from preliminary study and planning through tendering to execution and handover
Assuming technical and organisational construction management including coordination of contractors and monitoring construction progress
Leading and coordinating interdisciplinary project teams consisting of civil engineers, draftsmen, designers, and external specialist planners
Managing cost, schedule, and quality control including budget monitoring, scheduling, and ensuring agreed project goals
Developing technical concepts and economic solution variants for road systems, drainage systems, and underground utility infrastructures
Coordinating 2D and 3D plan processing as well as BIM-supported planning processes in collaboration with draftsmen and designers
Preparing and reviewing tender documents and specifications as well as participating in submissions, offer comparisons, and award decisions
Negotiating and coordinating with clients, municipalities, cantonal authorities, contractors, and engineering consortia on technical and organisational project matters
Organising and leading project, construction, and coordination meetings including documentation and follow-up of agreed measures
Regular project reporting to department and executive management regarding project progress, profitability, risks, and required decisions
Qualifications:
Completed studies as a civil engineer BSc/MSc FH or ETH or an equivalent higher technical education in civil engineering or infrastructure
Several years of professional experience in planning and designing municipal civil engineering projects, especially in road construction, sewer construction, and utility construction
Experience in independent project and construction management as well as coordination of specialist planners, contractors, and public clients
Sound knowledge of relevant Swiss SIA and VSS standards, cantonal and municipal building regulations, and usual tendering and awarding processes
Good understanding of digital planning processes, CAD-supported 2D/3D planning, and BIM methodology as well as confident use of common project management and office applications
Strong communication and negotiation skills in dealing with clients, authorities, specialists, contractors, and the public
Very good German language skills in spoken and written form for project management and communication with authorities as well as an independent, quality-conscious, efficient, and team-oriented working style
Benefits:
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Comfortable office with modern infrastructure
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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