St. Gallen
Junior Site Manager (m/f/d)
- 05 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 80 000 - 85 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 9000 St. Gallen
About the job
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Junior Site Manager (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF80,000 - 85,000Our partner company operates in the real estate and construction sector. We specifically place specialists in this field and open the right doors for you. If you want to learn more about the company and the position, apply now.
Role:
On behalf of the client, we are looking for a motivated junior professional for junior site management in building construction with a focus on construction execution, site coordination, and project management. You will support the management of diverse construction projects and gradually take responsibility for organising and supervising work on site. The focus is on cost, schedule, and quality control, coordination of contractors, tenders, as well as checking execution planning and construction accounting. The position offers a practical entry into site management with the opportunity to specifically expand existing expertise and develop long-term towards independent management of building construction projects.
Responsibilities:
Assisting with local site management in building construction with gradual assumption of independent tasks in organising and supervising construction projects
Managing and controlling construction execution regarding costs, schedules, and quality in close cooperation with project management
Coordinating involved contractors and trades by aligning trades and ensuring smooth site operations
Creating and monitoring construction and schedule programmes with control of key milestones and support in construction process planning
Participating in tenders and submissions by preparing specifications, comparing offers, and preparing award documents
Supporting contractor negotiations by reviewing offers, scope of services, and economic conditions
Checking execution planning on site by reviewing plans, structural details, and technical interfaces
Quality assurance during construction execution by monitoring agreed execution standards and relevant Swiss construction norms
Organising and attending construction and coordination meetings with minute-taking and follow-up on agreed measures
Supporting cost control and construction accounting by checking quantities, contractor invoices, and project-related cost developments
Developing economical and practical execution solutions in collaboration with site managers, specialist planners, and contractors
Accompanying construction inspections and project handovers by recording defects, coordinating rework, and supporting project completion
Qualifications:
Completed construction-related or craft basic training, for example as a draughtsman EFZ specialising in architecture, bricklayer EFZ, carpenter EFZ, foreman, or with a comparable qualification
Strong interest in construction execution and professional development in site management as well as ideally some practical experience on Swiss construction sites
Good technical and structural understanding with interest in construction processes, execution planning, and coordination of different trades
Enjoyment of organisational and administrative tasks as well as good numerical understanding for cost control, quantities, and construction accounting
Good user knowledge of common office and construction software as well as openness to digital working methods and modern construction administration processes
Independent, reliable, and structured working style with initiative, sense of responsibility, teamwork skills, and strong willingness to learn
Very good German skills in spoken and written form as well as enjoyment in communicating with clients, specialist planners, contractors, and other project participants
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Flat hierarchies
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Work location
St. Gallen
Contact
Robin Maurer,
+41443852153