Zürich
DESIGN ARCHITECT (m/f/d)
- 19 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 100 000 - 105 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
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DESIGN ARCHITECT (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF100,000 - 105,000Role:
On behalf of a client, we are seeking an experienced professional as a design architect / competition architect for the conceptual development of sophisticated architectural projects in an established Swiss architectural firm. You will independently handle architectural competitions, feasibility studies and design concepts with a focus on residential construction, new builds and the revitalisation of existing residential and commercial properties. The focus is on architectural concept development, competition planning, 3D modelling with ArchiCAD, as well as sustainable architectural concepts with re-use and building in existing structures. The position combines creative design responsibility, urban planning thinking and constructive expertise with the development of independent architectural solutions.
Responsibilities:
Architectural competitions: Independent handling of demanding project competitions, study commissions and competitive design procedures from analysis to submission.
Architectural concept development: Development of independent design ideas, spatial concepts, building volumes and architectural design strategies.
Feasibility studies: Conducting site analyses, development studies, usage scenarios and building law feasibility checks.
Residential planning: Development and optimisation of apartment layouts, access concepts, building typologies and mixed-use concepts.
Urban design planning: Examination of development structures, building proportions, open space relationships and integration into the urban context.
Building in existing structures: Development of conversion, change of use and revitalisation concepts for existing residential and commercial properties.
Sustainable architecture and re-use: Integration of resource-saving construction methods, reusable components, circular material concepts and sustainable building strategies into design development.
ArchiCAD and 3D modelling: Creation and editing of digital building models, 3D design studies, plans, sections and elevations.
Competition presentation and documentation: Preparation of competition plans, diagrams, design explanations, visualisations and presentation materials.
Constructive design refinement: Development of façade concepts, material strategies and constructive fundamental solutions considering architectural design.
Building law project optimisation: Review and consideration of building and zoning regulations, utilisation provisions, building heights and relevant SIA standards.
Interdisciplinary design coordination: Collaboration with architects, specialist planners, landscape architects and other planning partners in the development and refinement of competition projects.
Qualifications:
Completed architecture studies at Master level ETH/FH/TU or an equivalent recognised higher education qualification.
Several years of professional experience in competition design in Switzerland, especially in concept development, competition processing and architectural project development.
Solid knowledge in residential construction, including building typologies, layout organisation, access systems and urban design concepts.
Experience with sustainable architecture, building in existing structures, revitalisation and re-use concepts as well as knowledge of resource-saving construction methods.
Very good user skills in ArchiCAD, especially in 3D modelling, digital design planning and preparation of competition documents.
Knowledge of Swiss building and planning law, relevant SIA standards and building law requirements for competitions and feasibility studies.
Very good German language skills in spoken and written form for competition documentation, design presentations and professional project discussions.
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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