Microtunnelling Foreman (m/f/x)

To strengthen our teams specialised in microtunnelling works, we are looking for an experienced Microtunnelling Foreman (m/f/x). You will work on various projects in French-speaking Switzerland, with opportunities for travel throughout the whole Swiss territory.

Responsibilities: Microtunnelling Foreman (m/f/x)

What will your responsibilities be as a Microtunnelling Foreman (m/f/x)?

• Organise and supervise microtunnelling works on site.
• Manage and coordinate operational teams.
• Ensure the execution of works complies with best practices, internal procedures and safety requirements.
• Guarantee the conformity of works with current local regulations and standards.
• Plan the human, material and logistical resources necessary for the progress of the works.
• Ensure administrative follow-up of the sites.
• Use computer tools.
• Be the main contact for the various project partners (clients, agents, suppliers, authorities).

Requirements: Microtunnelling Foreman (m/f/x)

What are your skills as a Microtunnelling Foreman (m/f/x)?

• Federal foreman certificate or equivalent training.
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in microtunnelling.
• Proven experience in team leadership.
• Excellent technical knowledge for microtunnelling execution.
• Good command of local regulations, standards and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of German and/or English is an asset.
• Comfortable with computer tools.
• Organisational skills, autonomy and team spirit.
• Availability for regular travel in French-speaking Switzerland and occasionally throughout Switzerland.

Benefits: Microtunnelling Foreman (m/f/x)

• A multicultural work environment offering the opportunity to help shape a future worth living in
• State-of-the-art technologies and a modern workplace within a company committed to sustainable development
• A company that values talent and encourages continuous training of its employees
• The security of a financially solid, diversified group strongly rooted in Switzerland
• Flexible working models with up to 40% remote work
• Excellent travel insurance for you and those living under your roof
• An attractive range of social benefits:
  • 5 weeks’ holiday (6 weeks from age 50) and 9 paid bridge days
  • an internal pension fund with a very good coverage rate and 3 contribution levels
  • numerous discounts with renowned providers offering products and services

Discover why our employees enjoy working with us: they explain it themselves in the following video: https://youtu.be/wtuhlIfjJq8 .

How does the application process at Implenia work?

At Implenia, a simple and transparent application process awaits you:

1. Online application with CV
2. First individual interview by phone, online or on site
3. Second interview and offer phase

What also matters to us

At Implenia, we value and practise diversity. Our recruitment process therefore aims to promote diversity, equality and inclusion.

About Implenia

As a leading Swiss provider in construction and real estate, Implenia develops, realises and manages living spaces, work environments and infrastructures for future generations in Switzerland and Germany. Implenia also offers tunnel construction and related infrastructure projects in other markets. The company brings together under one roof the expertise of highly qualified units in consulting, development, planning and execution to form an integrated and leading multinational provider in the construction and real estate sector. Based in Opfikon, near Zurich, Implenia employs more than 8,000 full-time equivalents across Europe and achieved a turnover of 3.5 billion Swiss francs in 2025. For more information, visit implenia.com