Project Manager / Client Representation 80 - 100%

develop | control | realize

Building Department Canton Zurich

80 - 100%

01.02.2026

Project Manager / Client Representation

Do you have experience in managing complex construction projects? In the construction sector A, we offer you an exciting and responsible position in the client representation of the Canton of Zurich. With us, you build the future – together with 160 committed colleagues.

With us, you are responsible for

• managing challenging projects in the portfolios of the Security, Justice, and Health Directorate, such as the renovation of the operational building of the lake police and shipping control, the complete renovation of the listed Tilia dormitory, or the new construction of the cantonal laboratory.
• leading project teams with representatives of users, owners, and external contractors.
• controlling planning and construction processes as well as tenders, contract management, and keeping quality, costs, deadlines, as well as risk and project-related quality management (PQM) under control.
• regular reporting to the project committee, the government council, and the cantonal council.

It is important to us

• that you communicate skillfully and on equal footing with different partners.
• that you enjoy realizing meaningful projects for the people in the Canton of Zurich.
• that you have training as an architect or engineer (ETH or FH), are innovative, and always looking for the best solution.

Your contact

Saskia Philipp

Team Leader

+41 43 259 29 45

Team Leader

+41 43 259 29 45

Dear recruitment agencies! Unfortunately, we cannot consider dossiers associated with fee claims. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process.

About us

The Building Office (HBA) promotes understanding of public construction tasks and building culture. It ensures competent planning and realization of public construction projects and also ensures sustainable use of resources as well as high operational suitability.

Do you want to use your expertise to contribute to a sustainably attractive Canton of Zurich? We can offer you an exciting environment – right next to Zurich main station.

Do you want to use your expertise to contribute to a sustainably attractive Canton of Zurich? We can offer you an exciting environment – right next to Zurich main station.

We offer…

Meaningful work

Good and broad training and further education opportunities

Responsible activity

Team

Interaction on equal footing

Your application process

Pre-selection

possibly a short introduction via video call

First interview

Second interview with business case

Final decision