Zürich
ARCHITECT DRAUGHTSMAN (m/f/d)
- 15 October 2026
- 70 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 85 000 - 90 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 8001 Zürich
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ARCHITECT DRAUGHTSMAN (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF85,000 - 90,000Role:
On behalf of a client, we are looking for a qualified professional as an architect or draughtsman EFZ specialising in architecture for an established Swiss architectural firm focusing on residential construction, industrial construction, and sustainable building projects. You will handle diverse new build, conversion, and development projects of various sizes and accompany them from architectural conception to construction realisation. The focus is on digital architectural planning with 3D ArchiCAD, constructive project processing, and the development of functional, economical, and aesthetically convincing buildings. Additionally, modern planning methods such as 3D visualisation, 3D printing, and drone-supported surveys are used.
Responsibilities:
Architecture and building planning: Handling residential, industrial, and commercial building projects of various sizes and planning phases
Project development and design: Participating in the development of building concepts, floor plan solutions, volume studies, and architectural designs
3D planning with ArchiCAD: Independently creating and editing digital building models, 2D plans, and 3D planning documents with ArchiCAD
Project and execution planning: Preparing project, building permit, working, and execution plans considering design and technical requirements
Constructive detail planning: Developing and drawing facade, roof, wall, ceiling, and connection details for proper construction execution
Project processing according to SIA: Supporting architectural planning through relevant SIA phases 21-53, from preliminary study to realisation
Residential construction planning: Handling residential floor plans, access concepts, building envelopes, and constructive solutions for contemporary residential buildings
Industrial and commercial construction: Participating in the planning of production, storage, and commercial buildings considering functional and operational requirements
Digital visualisation: Creating 3D visualisations, presentation models, and digital design representations for project development and communication
Surveys and digital measurement: Processing building surveys, drone scans, and digital inventory data as a basis for conversion and planning projects
Interdisciplinary project coordination: Coordinating planning with clients, structural engineers, building services planners, and other specialists
Realisation-oriented planning: Supporting execution clarifications, material decisions, and technical plan adjustments during the construction phase
Qualifications:
Completed architecture studies at ETH / FH or vocational training as a draughtsman EFZ specialising in architecture or an equivalent recognised qualification
Experience or solid knowledge in architecture and building planning, preferably in residential, industrial, or commercial construction
Good to very good user knowledge in 3D ArchiCAD for digital building modelling as well as the creation of project and execution plans
Knowledge of building construction, architectural detail planning, and materialisation as well as interest in the practical implementation of construction projects
Basic knowledge of Swiss SIA standards, especially SIA 102, as well as relevant planning and building regulations
Interest in digital planning methods such as 3D visualisation, 3D printing, BIM, and drone-supported inventory recording
Good to very good German language skills in spoken and written form for technical project processing and collaboration with specialist planners and clients
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Well-coordinated and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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