Project Manager GU/TU Special Projects (m/f/d)

For our Zurich region, the Unit "New Construction - Special Projects" within the Division "Buildings", we are looking for reinforcement in project management. Your workplace will be our headquarters "Connect" in Opfikon .

In our New Construction Special Projects unit, we realise demanding industrial and large-scale construction projects in the Zurich region. The projects operate in a complex environment with high technical requirements, demanding approval procedures, and diverse interfaces with authorities, planners, and clients.

Do you bring experience in managing new construction projects and are enthusiastic about demanding industrial and special construction projects? Then we look forward to your application.

Tasks

What tasks await you as Project Manager GU/TU Special Projects (m/f/d)?

• Responsibility for the economic achievement of new construction projects in the Zurich region – from the start of execution to turnkey handover – while adhering to quality, deadlines, and costs
• Independent operational project management considering all safety, scheduling, and quality requirements
• Active leadership of subcontractors, suppliers, and specialist planners
• Management of the execution team, composed of site managers and other specialists
• Main contact person for clients, business partners, and authorities including ensuring transparent communication and seamless documentation

Requirements

What requirements do you bring as Project Manager GU/TU Special Projects (m/f/d)?

• Completed technical basic training with further education in construction or project management (e.g. technician HF, site manager, project manager) or a completed degree in architecture, civil engineering, or a comparable field (FH/ETH/university)
• Solid practical experience in site management as well as 2 to 5 years of experience in leading and controlling demanding new construction projects in the TU/GU or construction management environment
• Entrepreneurial thinking, assertiveness, and strong social skills
• Experience as a general contractor, preferably in an international environment
• Very good German and English skills, both spoken and written

Benefits

• A multicultural working environment with the chance to shape a liveable future
• State-of-the-art technologies and a contemporary workplace at a sustainable company
• A company that promotes talents and the further training of its employees
• The security of a financially healthy, broadly positioned group with strong roots in Switzerland
• Flexible working models with up to 40% home office
• An excellent travel insurance for you and persons living in the same household
• An exciting selection of benefits:
  • 5 weeks holiday (6 weeks from the age of 50) and 9 paid bridge days
  • an in-house pension fund with a very good coverage ratio and 3 contribution levels
  • numerous discounts on renowned providers of products and services

Why our employees enjoy working with us, they tell you themselves in the following video: https://youtu.be/wtuhlIfjJq8.

How does the application process at Implenia work?

At Implenia, you can expect a simple and transparent application process:

1. Online application with CV
2. Personal initial interview by phone, digitally or on site
3. Second interview and offer phase

What else is important to us

At Implenia, we value and live diversity. Our recruitment process is therefore aimed at promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion.

About Implenia

As a leading Swiss construction and real estate service provider, Implenia develops, realises, and manages living spaces, working environments, and infrastructure for future generations in Switzerland and Germany. Additionally, Implenia offers tunnel construction and related infrastructure projects in other markets. The company combines the know-how from highly qualified consulting, development, planning, and execution units under one roof to form an integrated, multinational leading construction and real estate service provider. With its headquarters in Opfikon near Zurich, Implenia employs over 8,000 employees (FTE) across Europe and achieved a turnover of CHF 3.5 billion in 2025. More information at implenia.com.

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