Zürich
Project Manager (m/f/d)
- 22 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 125 000 - 130 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 8001 Zürich
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Project Manager (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF125,000 - 130,000Role:
On behalf of a client, we are seeking an experienced professional for client-side project management of demanding new build and refurbishment projects in the residential property sector. You will take overall responsibility for the control, quality assurance and economic implementation of diverse construction projects – from project development through planning to realisation and handover. The focus is on ensuring architectural quality, consistent cost and schedule control, and the development of sustainable and age-appropriate residential buildings. The position combines strategic construction management, client representation and property development with socially relevant construction projects in the public or non-profit sector.
Responsibilities:
Independent client-side management of new build, refurbishment and renovation projects in residential construction from project initiation to building handover
Representation of the client vis-à-vis architects, specialist planners, general contractors, authorities and other project participants
Responsibility for client-side project controlling including monitoring costs, schedules, quality and agreed project objectives
Management of project development and planning considering architectural quality, functional requirements and long-term economic viability
Development and implementation of requirements for age-appropriate and barrier-free living taking into account the needs of older people
Ensuring cost-conscious and sustainable construction concepts including energy efficiency, ecological building materials and life cycle costs
Coordination and quality assurance of all relevant SIA service phases from strategic planning through project design to realisation
Monitoring compliance with legal, building law and technical requirements as well as accompanying the necessary approval processes
Participation in the preparation and execution of planner and contractor awards considering public procurement law
Review of project budgets, cost estimates, cost forecasts and change orders as well as preparation of decision-making bases for the client
Coordination with municipal specialist departments, approval authorities and other stakeholders as well as consideration of the requirements of cantonal and municipal housing promotion
Organisation and support of project inspections, commissioning and handovers including ensuring project documentation and handling open issues
Qualifications:
Completed architecture degree ETH or FH or equivalent training in construction or real estate
Several years of proven experience in planning, project management and realisation of demanding building projects, preferably in residential construction
Practical experience in client representation and client-side project management, ideally within a public, institutional or non-profit organisation
Sound knowledge in cost, schedule and quality controlling as well as in managing construction projects through the relevant SIA service phases
Knowledge of public procurement, planning and approval procedures in the canton of Zurich as well as housing promotion or willingness to acquire this knowledge specifically
Further training in real estate development, construction project management or business administration is an advantage as well as interest in age-appropriate, barrier-free and cost-conscious building
Very good German language skills in spoken and written form for project management, negotiations, reporting and communication with authorities and other project participants
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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Work location
Zurich