Zürich
Project Manager Client Representative (m/f/d)
- 13 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 115 000 - 120 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 8001 Zürich
About the job
We have developed a web-based online platform for job searching and talent acquisition that digitalises the application process and supports the company in quickly recognising talents in the market and securing them for the long term. With a digital Rocken profile, every applicant can quickly and easily connect with market-leading companies and share their profile.
Our work places people at the centre both technologically and organically. Rocken® offers executive search and talent management consulting to address the personal and individual needs of each person and to implement these optimally in personnel recruitment and career planning.
Project Manager Client Representative (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF115,000 - 120,000Your new employer operates in the retail sector. We specifically place specialists in this field and open the right doors for you. If you want to learn more about the company and the position, apply now.
Role:
On behalf of the client, we are looking for an experienced professional for project management and client representation of demanding new build and refurbishment projects with a focus on tenant fit-out, shopfitting and retail properties. You will take overall responsibility for the development, planning and realisation of sales areas and commercial rental properties at various locations in Switzerland. The focus is on managing several parallel construction projects, cost, schedule and quality management, as well as coordinating internal specialist departments and external planning partners. The position combines strategic client representation with operational project management, contract management and ensuring all necessary permits.
Responsibilities:
Project management tenant fit-out and shopfitting: Independent management and control of new build, refurbishment and expansion projects for sales areas, shops and commercially used rental properties
Client representation: Representing the interests of the client vis-à-vis architectural and planning offices, contractors, authorities and other project participants
Overall project control: Responsibility for project development, planning, tendering, execution and handover considering the relevant SIA service phases
Multi-project management: Parallel leadership and monitoring of several construction and expansion projects at different locations within Switzerland
Cost planning and construction controlling: Preparation and review of cost estimates, quotations and project budgets as well as ongoing monitoring of construction costs and cost forecasts
Schedule and quality management: Preparation and monitoring of project schedules as well as ensuring agreed execution quality and project objectives
Interdisciplinary project coordination: Management of cross-departmental project teams as well as coordination of external architects, specialist planners, contractors and other project partners
Interface management basic and tenant fit-out: Coordination of structural, technical and organisational requirements between basic fit-out, tenant fit-out and the respective retail and shop concepts
Permit management: Coordination and assurance of necessary construction, operational and usage permits in cooperation with the responsible authorities
Contract and award management: Participation in tenders, awards, contract negotiations and monitoring of contractual services
Retail and expansion concepts: Collaboration in the development, review and further development of shopfitting, space and usage concepts considering operational requirements
Project completion and handover: Organisation of construction acceptance, defect rectification and project documentation as well as coordination of handover to internal and external users
Qualifications:
Completed education in construction, architecture, interior architecture or construction management, for example as a technician HF construction planning, site manager or architect FH/ETH, or an equivalent qualification
Several years of professional experience in managing and realising construction projects, ideally with a focus on tenant fit-out, shopfitting, retail properties or commercial interior construction
Sound knowledge in multi-project management and client representation as well as experience in managing various construction projects in parallel
In-depth knowledge of relevant Swiss SIA standards, construction processes and contract management, including tenders, awards, cost control and project controlling
Experience in permit management and coordination of basic and tenant fit-outs, especially for sales areas and commercial units
Good user knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and common project management applications; knowledge of the construction administration software Messerli is an advantage
Fluent German skills in spoken and written form, French skills are an advantage as well as willingness to travel regularly for projects throughout Switzerland
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours
- Good transport connections and accessibility
- Market- and performance-based salaries
- Open corporate culture
- Above-average holidays and days off
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Work location
Zurich
Contact
Robin Maurer,
+41443852153