Senior Technical Officer Fr/De 80-100% Fixed-term Contract (M/F/D)

You have proven experience in the fields of construction, spatial planning, and the application of administrative procedures. You wish to contribute to coherent and sustainable territorial development while supporting the authorities and relevant partners in their projects?

On behalf of the State of Valais, we are looking for a

Senior Technical Officer Fr/De 80-100% Fixed-term Contract (M/F/D)

Responsibilities

• Independently process complex building permit files, from initial analysis to preparation of decisions
• Ensure follow-up of administrative procedures and ensure projects comply with current legal and regulatory provisions
• Analyse objections, non-compliances and particular situations requiring in-depth technical expertise.
• Carry out on-site inspections, establish technical reports and propose appropriate measures.
• Assess the compliance of completed works and handle files related to commissioning or completion of works.
• Advise and support municipalities, contractors and institutional partners on technical and regulatory aspects related to construction.
• Participate in technical meetings, present files and contribute to the preparation of decisions by competent authorities.
• Act as a reference in the follow-up of complex files and contribute to the continuous improvement of internal practices and processes.

Profile

• Holder of a EPF/HES Architect diploma, a Federal Diploma as Site Manager (building) or a Federal VET Diploma as Architectural Draughtsman
• Proven experience of at least:
  • 2 years’ experience within a Swiss public administration
  • 3 years’ experience in architecture, site management or construction site supervision
  • 2 years’ experience in processing building permit files

• Possess solid expertise in legislation concerning constructions outside building zones and associated procedures
• Be recognised for your ability to analyse, interpret and check construction plans with precision and discernment
• Fluency in French (level C2) and good knowledge of German (minimum B1)
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and maintain quality relationships with various project partners
• Proficient in common IT tools, especially Microsoft 365; knowledge of SAP is an asset
• Show autonomy, rigour and a strong sense of responsibility, while adopting a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach

Benefits

• An expert role within a recognised public administration committed to harmonious territorial development
• Varied and stimulating files combining technical analysis, regulation, coordination and field presence
• Real autonomy in managing files and in exchanges with various institutional partners
• A stable working environment fostering expertise sharing, collaboration and professional development
• Attractive employment conditions promoting work-life balance
• Start date: to be agreed
• Fixed-term contract of a minimum duration of 4 years

Contact Information

Please apply directly online. Confidentiality guaranteed.

If you have further questions regarding this job offer (reference: JN -092026-1168117), please contact Mr Raphaël Naoux at +41 58 233 31 60.

About us

Adecco Valais Permanent is your agency specialised in the search and placement of permanent staff for the French-speaking Valais region and the Vaud Chablais. Thanks to our in-depth expertise of the local employment market, we are committed to providing you with quality service by connecting companies seeking talent with qualified and motivated candidates.