Zürich
Architect or Draughtsperson (m/f/d)
- 13 November 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 85 000 - 90 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 8001 Zürich
About the job
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Architect or Draughtsperson (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF85,000 - 90,000Role:
On behalf of our client, we are looking for an experienced architect FH or a qualified professional with a diploma as a draughtsperson EFZ specialising in architecture for versatile building projects in Zurich. You will independently plan and constructively work on new build, conversion, and renovation projects in residential construction as well as in public and commercial building construction. The focus is on architectural planning with ArchiCAD, compliance with Swiss building and fire protection regulations, and the professional implementation of demanding construction projects. The position combines independent project work with collaboration within an architectural team and direct coordination with clients and specialist planners.
Responsibilities:
Architecture and building planning: Independent handling of versatile new build, conversion, and renovation projects in residential construction as well as in public and commercial building construction
Residential building projects: Planning and constructive development of single-family houses, multi-family houses, and other residential buildings
Commercial and office buildings: Participation in the design and further development of office buildings and commercially used properties
Project and execution planning: Creation and processing of architectural plans across the relevant SIA service phases
ArchiCAD planning: Development, construction, and updating of floor plans, sections, elevations, and digital building models with Graphisoft ArchiCAD
Constructive detail planning: Development of technically sound component connections, execution details, and material solutions for new build and conversion projects
Building application and approval procedures: Preparation and coordination of the required planning documents considering cantonal and municipal building regulations
Fire protection and building law requirements: Integration of relevant Swiss fire protection regulations and building law requirements into architectural planning
Project coordination: Coordination of planning with clients, authorities, specialist planners, and other project participants
Construction supervision and planning adjustments: Support of project management during realisation as well as processing of plan changes and technical queries
Planning quality and documentation: Checking planning documents for dimensional accuracy, completeness, constructive correctness, and compliance with project requirements
Project presentations and digital documents: Preparation of architectural plans, presentations, images, and project documentation using CAD, Office, and Adobe applications
Qualifications:
Completed training as a draughtsperson EFZ specialising in architecture or FH architecture degree or an equivalent recognised qualification in building planning
Several years of professional experience in planning and accompanying construction projects within Switzerland, preferably in residential, commercial, or public building construction
Sound knowledge of project, approval, and execution planning as well as constructive processing of new build and conversion projects
Very good user knowledge of Graphisoft ArchiCAD for 2D and 3D architectural planning and the creation of technical planning documents
Confident knowledge of federal, cantonal, and municipal building regulations as well as Swiss fire protection regulations, especially the relevant VKF guidelines and SIA standards
Good knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Office, and Outlook as well as practical experience with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator for processing presentation and project documentation
Very good German language skills in spoken and written form as well as secure understanding and oral communication skills in Swiss German for exchange with clients, specialist planners, and internal project teams
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
Contact
Robin Maurer,
+41443852153