Bern
Project Manager Client Representation (m/f/d)
- 23 October 2026
- 60 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 120 000 - 125 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 3011 Bern
About the job
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Project Manager Client Representation (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF120,000 - 125,000How do you shape living together in a diverse community? Our Rocken partner is a public administration with a broad service mandate – from resident services to social affairs, infrastructure, and culture. The field of activity includes supporting and advising the population in various life situations. Service orientation, reliability, and direct contact with people are central. The working method is structured but flexible – always with a view to social needs and changes. Here you work in an environment that truly makes a difference. Ready to become part of a team that shapes people’s everyday lives? Our Rocken partner looks forward to your application.
Role:
On behalf of the client, we are looking for an experienced professional for the client-side overall project management of demanding public building projects in the Bern region. You will take responsibility for diverse construction projects and accompany them from strategic project definition through planning to successful realisation. The focus is on leading interdisciplinary planning teams, managing costs, schedules, and services, as well as preparing sound decision-making bases for political committees. The position combines client representation, architectural quality, and strategic real estate management with a special focus on sustainability, public infrastructure, and long-term value preservation.
Responsibilities:
Independent client-side overall project management of public building projects from project initiation through planning to realisation and handover
Representation of the interests of the public client towards architects, specialist planners, authorities, and contractors
Overall responsibility for cost, schedule, and performance management including project controlling, budget monitoring, and quality assurance
Leadership and coordination of internal and external planning teams as well as alignment of various professional, operational, and political requirements
Development of project definitions, project mandates, and strategic decision-making bases for public construction and investment projects
Preparation of credit applications, project reports, and decision templates for the responsible political and internal administrative committees
Assessment of architectural and urban planning project qualities considering functional, economic, and sustainability-related objectives
Review and professional supervision of an assigned building portfolio regarding structural condition, usage requirements, and long-term investment needs
Planning and prioritisation of maintenance, repair, and renovation measures to ensure economical and sustainable building management
Creation and evaluation of condition analyses, renovation recommendations, and rough cost estimates as a basis for investment and maintenance decisions
Coordination with political bodies, administrative departments, users, and other stakeholders to ensure transparent and coordinated project processes
Integration of sustainability, energy, and resource efficiency goals into project development, construction implementation, and long-term building planning
Qualifications:
Completed architecture studies at ETH or FH or an equivalent recognised higher education qualification in architecture or building construction
Several years of professional experience in planning and managing demanding building projects, preferably with client-side overall project responsibility
Solid knowledge in client project management as well as cost, schedule, quality, and risk controlling across relevant SIA service phases
Confident architectural and urban planning judgement as well as experience in assessing existing properties, renovation measures, and structural development possibilities
Knowledge of relevant Swiss SIA standards, public procurement procedures, and planning and approval processes as well as interest in political and internal administrative decision-making processes
Strong organisational and negotiation skills as well as an independent, solution-oriented, and responsible working style in dealing with various stakeholders
Very good German language skills in spoken and written form with the ability to prepare complex project contents, credit applications, and decision bases precisely, understandably, and appropriately for the target audience
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
- Good transport connections and accessibility: You benefit from a centrally located workplace that is easily accessible by public transport.
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