Zürich
Co-Project Manager Architecture (m/f/d)
- 19 October 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 110 000 - 115 000 /year
- English (Intermediate), German (Fluent)
- 8001 Zürich
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Co-Project Manager Architecture (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF110,000 - 115,000Role:
On behalf of a client, we are looking for an experienced professional as a project manager in architecture / building construction for the planning and realisation of demanding hotel, gastronomy and large-scale construction projects in an internationally oriented architectural environment. You will take on architectural and technical project responsibility across all SIA service phases and coordinate interdisciplinary planning teams as well as external specialist consultants. The focus is on the further development of designs, execution planning, coordination of specialist planners, as well as the management of costs, deadlines and architectural quality. The position offers the opportunity to significantly shape complex construction projects with high demands on design, functionality, interior fittings and technical implementation.
Responsibilities:
Architecture project management: Independent management of demanding hotel, gastronomy and building construction projects from project development to building handover.
Planning across all SIA phases: Management of preliminary project, construction project, approval, tendering, execution and realisation phases according to the Swiss SIA service model.
Architectural project development: Further development of design concepts, room programmes, usage concepts and design solutions considering functional and economic requirements.
Hotel and gastronomy planning: Coordination of specific requirements for guest rooms, public areas, gastronomy spaces, operational processes and high-quality interior fittings.
Coordination of specialist planners: Leadership and coordination of structural engineers, building services planners, electrical planners, fire protection experts, interior architects and other specialists.
Execution and detailed planning: Responsibility for the technical elaboration of working drawings, constructive details, façade solutions, materialisation and interior fitting interfaces.
CAD and BIM planning: Creation, coordination and quality assurance of architectural plans and digital building models with Vectorworks or ArchiCAD.
Cost and schedule management: Monitoring of project budgets, cost estimates, scheduling programmes, planning milestones and execution deadlines.
Architectural quality assurance: Ensuring high architectural, constructive and technical quality standards during planning and realisation.
Building law and approval procedures: Coordination of building submissions, official clarifications and approval procedures considering applicable building regulations.
Client and authority communication: Organisation and leadership of project meetings, planning sessions and decision-making processes with clients, authorities and external partners.
Execution support and project completion: Professional support of site clarifications, plan adjustments, sample selections, inspections and building handovers.
Qualifications:
Completed architecture degree ETH/FH or equivalent recognised university degree in architecture.
At least five years of professional experience as an architect or project manager in Switzerland, preferably with responsibility for demanding building construction or large-scale projects.
Experience in planning and realising hotel, gastronomy or comparable complex building projects is an advantage.
Sound knowledge of all relevant SIA service phases, especially in project planning, execution planning and construction realisation.
Very good knowledge of Vectorworks or ArchiCAD as well as experience with digital architectural planning and coordination of external specialist planners.
In-depth knowledge of Swiss SIA standards, building regulations, constructive detail planning and technical requirements for demanding building construction.
Very good German language skills in spoken and written form for client communication, authority coordination, project negotiations and technical documentation.
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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Work location
Zurich