Head of Department for Spatial Planning and Building Control, Permanent Contract, 100%

About the job

Your mission:

• Ensure the responsibility and administrative, operational and technical management of the department;
• Ensure the responsibility and management of the department team;
• Ensure the responsibility, instruction, supervision and control of files and projects related to building control, spatial planning and mobility, while ensuring the application of current laws and standards;
• Coordinate and supervise the activities of various agents (technical office, consulting architect, etc.);
• Prepare files for the Municipality and draft municipal decisions;
• Participate in the preparation of municipal opinions;
• Prepare the budget and monitor the department's accounts;
• Participate in the legal handling of current affairs in collaboration with a legal advisor;
• Represent the municipality and participate in various inter-municipal technical groups and attend coordination meetings for different inter-municipal and cantonal projects.

Your profile:

• Holder of a higher education or university degree in a profession related to geomatics, spatial planning, urban planning or mobility;
• At least 5 years of proven experience in managing building control, as well as in the fields of spatial planning or mobility, within or in partnership with public institutions;
• Proven experience in team management;
• Specific knowledge of building control, public institutions, the Vaud legal framework, and public procurement procedures;
• Fluent written and spoken French is essential;
• A B1 level or higher in English is an asset; Knowledge of MS Office office software, CAD and GIS;
• A responsible, reliable, helpful person with flexible working hours. Quality and results oriented, you demonstrate good organisational skills, autonomy and initiative. Furthermore, you have a strong sense of public service and show diplomacy and tact in your interactions. In addition, you stand out for your excellent team spirit and active collaboration.

We offer:

• An interesting, varied and autonomous role within a rapidly growing Municipality;
• A managerial position;
• A pleasant and dynamic working environment.

Salary scale: class 9

Start date: to be agreed

Application deadline: 30 November 2026

Your complete application (cover letter, CV, copies of certificates and references) should be addressed to the attention of Ms Jessica Frei, HR Manager, via the Jobup platform only. Please indicate the job reference: HR077