Zürich
EXPERIENCED PROJECT MANAGER (m/f/d)
- 17 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 110 000 - 115 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 8001 Zürich
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EXPERIENCED PROJECT MANAGER (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 ETH / FH for an established architectural firm specialising in residential construction and demanding new build projects. The focus is on the planning and realisation of a residential development with around 70 apartments, a kindergarten and various commercial spaces. You will take over project management from the further development of a successful competition project to the construction implementation and be responsible for architectural, technical and organisational coordination. The position combines demanding architecture, design responsibility and professional project management with the opportunity to significantly shape a versatile construction project.
Responsibilities:
Independent project management of a demanding new build project in multi-storey residential construction with supplementary public and commercial uses
Project development and execution planning from the further development of the competition project through to building permit and realisation
Leadership and coordination of interdisciplinary planning teams with architects, structural engineers, building services planners and other specialists
Architectural and constructive project work including development of design concepts, materialisation and demanding detailed solutions
Creation and coordination of project, building permit and execution plans with ArchiCAD as well as ensuring a consistent digital planning basis
Project control and project monitoring with responsibility for deadlines, planning quality, cost awareness and compliance with agreed project goals
Coordination of specialist planning in the areas of structural engineering, building services, fire protection, building physics, energy and sustainability
Support of building permit procedures as well as coordination with clients, authorities and other project participants
Ensuring compliance with relevant SIA standards, cantonal building regulations and technical requirements
Organisation and leadership of planning meetings including decision coordination, minute-taking and action item management
Quality assurance in execution planning with focus on construction, technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness and architectural quality
Support of tenders and awards as well as coordination with site management and contractors during realisation
Qualifications:
Completed architecture studies ETH or FH or equivalent recognised qualification
At least 7-8 years of professional experience in Swiss architectural practice, ideally in multi-storey residential construction
Proven experience in independent project management of demanding new build projects across several SIA phases
Very good ArchiCAD skills as well as solid experience in digital project, building permit and execution planning
In-depth knowledge of Swiss planning and construction processes, especially SIA standards, building permit procedures and cantonal building regulations
Advanced expertise in architectural design, construction, detailed planning and specialist planner coordination
Very good German language skills in spoken and written form
Benefits:
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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