Zürich
Project Manager Architecture (m/f/d)
- 11 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 115 000 - 120 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 8001 Zürich
About the job
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Project Manager Architecture (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF115,000 - 120,000Role:
On behalf of a client, we are looking for an experienced professional for project management, architectural planning and construction management of demanding building and interior fit-out projects. You will take independent responsibility for the planning, coordination and realisation of diverse construction projects from architectural design through building application to turnkey handover. In doing so, you will lead interdisciplinary project teams, coordinate specialist planners, contractors and clients, and ensure compliance with deadlines, costs, quality and Swiss building standards. The position combines creative project development, technical execution planning and operational construction management with independent project responsibility and modern, flexible working conditions.
Responsibilities:
Architecture project management: Independent leadership and control of demanding building, conversion and interior fit-out projects from design to realisation
Project management: Overall responsibility for project organisation, scheduling, cost control, resource coordination and quality assurance across relevant SIA project phases
Design and concept development: Development and optimisation of architectural, spatial, interior fit-out and design concepts considering functional, technical and economic requirements
Building application and approval planning: Preparation and coordination of building applications, building application plans, building law evidence and official approval procedures
Execution and detail planning: Preparation and review of working, construction, detail and revision plans with ArchiCAD
Interdisciplinary project coordination: Professional leadership and coordination of architects, interior architects, structural engineers, specialist planners and executing companies
Construction management and site coordination: Independent organisation and supervision of construction processes, site meetings, execution controls and contractor services
Tendering and awarding: Preparation and coordination of tender documents, specifications, offer comparisons and awarding proposals
Cost and change management: Monitoring of project budgets, construction costs, contractor invoices, change orders and cost forecasts
Client consulting: Direct support and professional advice to clients, investors and principals throughout all project phases
Building law and quality assurance: Ensuring compliance with relevant SIA standards, cantonal building regulations, VKF fire protection requirements and construction quality standards
Building inspections and project completion: Coordination of building inspections, defect rectifications, revision documents, final accounts and project handovers
Qualifications:
Completed architecture degree FH or ETH or equivalent university degree
At least 5 years of professional experience in Swiss architectural planning and project management, especially in building, conversion or interior fit-out projects
Several years of experience in independent project and construction management from planning through tendering to realisation
Sound knowledge of Swiss SIA standards, especially SIA 102 and SIA 118, as well as cantonal building legislation and approval procedures
Very good knowledge of ArchiCAD for 2D and 3D planning as well as confident use of Microsoft Office
Experience in cost planning, tendering, awarding, specialist planner coordination and construction cost controlling
Very good German language skills in spoken and written form; additional language skills are an advantage
Benefits:
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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Work location
Zurich
Contact
Robin Maurer,
+41443852153