Biel/Bienne
Civil Engineering Project Manager (m/f/d)
- 14 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 110 000 - 115 000 /year
- German (Intermediate), French (Intermediate)
- 2502 Biel/Bienne
About the job
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Civil Engineering Project Manager (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF110,000 - 115,000Since 1953, our ROCKEN partner has offered a wide range of planning, consulting, and management services for all project phases in the fields of infrastructure, real estate, structural engineering, energy & environment, mobility & transport, as well as surveying.
Role:
On behalf of a client, we are seeking an experienced professional as a Civil Engineering Project Manager for an established Swiss engineering and planning company specialising in infrastructure construction, road construction, and railway construction. You will independently plan, lead, and realise demanding civil engineering and transport infrastructure projects, accompanying them from concept development to construction acceptance. The focus is on project management according to SIA, specialist construction management, site management, as well as cost, schedule, and quality management. Additionally, you will support the branch management in project acquisition, client care, and the further development of regional project business.
Responsibilities:
Civil Engineering Project Management: Independently lead and manage demanding civil engineering, road construction, and railway construction projects from preliminary study to completion
Transport Infrastructure Planning: Design road systems, rail infrastructure, traffic areas, and development facilities considering technical and operational requirements
Project Execution according to SIA: Responsible for planning and project control over the relevant SIA phases 21-53
Specialist Construction Management: Monitor the proper execution of civil engineering and infrastructure works and check compliance with technical specifications
Site Management: Coordinate construction processes, contractor services, site organisation, and execution schedules directly on site
Cost and Schedule Management: Prepare and monitor cost estimates, quotations, construction programmes, and project budgets
Tendering and Awarding: Develop specifications, tender documents, bid comparisons, and award recommendations
Coordination with Specialist Planners and Authorities: Align project planning with clients, municipalities, cantonal specialist offices, railway infrastructure operators, and other project participants
Standards and Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with relevant SIA and VSS standards as well as project-specific regulations in road and railway construction
Construction Control and Acceptance: Conduct site inspections, quantity verifications, quality controls, and technical construction acceptances
Project Controlling and Construction Administration: Monitor costs, schedules, quality, change orders, and contractor billing as well as prepare project reports
Acquisition and Client Care: Support branch management in acquiring new civil engineering projects, preparing fee offers, and managing existing clients
Qualifications:
Completed studies as a civil engineer FH or ETH, preferably specialising in civil engineering, road construction, or infrastructure construction
At least five years of professional experience in planning and/or site management of civil engineering, road construction, or railway construction projects in Switzerland
Solid knowledge in civil engineering planning, road construction, specialist construction management, and site management
Very good knowledge of Swiss SIA and VSS standards as well as relevant technical regulations in road and railway construction
Experience in tendering, costing, cost planning, construction administration, and project controlling
Knowledge of common CAD, project management, and construction administration software, such as AutoCAD, Messerli, or MS Project, is an advantage
Very good German or French skills as well as good knowledge of the other language for bilingual project execution in the Biel/Bienne region
Benefits:
- Participation in health measures
- Flexible working hours
- Market- and performance-based salaries
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Open corporate culture
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