Head of Infrastructure Building Management (m/f/d)

About the job

Head of Infrastructure Building Management (m/f/d)

In the Facility Services Department at ETH Zurich, we create the optimal conditions for teaching, research and technology transfer. We maintain the buildings and ensure the energy and media supply as well as the technical and infrastructural building management of all rooms used by ETH Zurich.

Do you enjoy leading a team, further developing processes and ensuring that building operations run smoothly, efficiently and customer-oriented? Do you like working independently and keeping an overview even in complex situations? Then we invite you to read on – because here awaits a position with plenty of scope for design and real impact.

For the Hönggerberg site, we are looking immediately or by arrangement for a Head of IGM (m/f/d) – with responsibility and heart for our buildings in the HC building area .

Job Description

As Head of IGM, you are responsible for the entire infrastructural building operation in the HC building area and ensure smooth operation. You ensure that cleaning, maintenance, logistics and other infrastructural services are provided efficiently, economically and sustainably.

With your expertise, you continuously develop existing cleaning and operational processes, manage internal employees as well as external service providers and ensure a high quality of service. You plan and coordinate cleaning and maintenance orders, monitor the targeted deployment of personnel and resources and are responsible for the procurement and inventory of materials, equipment and machines.

In addition, you initiate and accompany special and basic cleaning, check the services provided and always keep an eye on budgets, contracts as well as additional and reduced services. Furthermore, you take on a variety of tasks in operational building management. These include minor repairs, troubleshooting, opening and closing buildings, optimising HVAC operating times and supporting events.

In the area of safety, you play an important role: you monitor fire alarm systems, handle alarm messages, provide first aid if necessary and actively participate in the fire alarm and evacuation organisation.

As a leader, you manage caretakers and cleaning staff, promote their professional and personal development, plan resources proactively and create a motivating working environment. In addition, you participate in projects, accompany tenders and represent the building area manager during absences in both operational and strategic matters.

In short: You take responsibility for infrastructural building operations, drive their further development and ensure that processes, services and infrastructure reliably interlock.

Profile

• Basic craft training and preferably specialised training in facility management as well as several years of experience in infrastructural building management
• Sound understanding of cleaning, maintenance and building logistics processes
• Initial leadership experience, a talent for resource planning and team development, the ability to impart knowledge (training, workshops) and a clear, motivating leadership style with high social competence
• In-depth knowledge of cleaning processes, proven experience in process design, quality management and controlling as well as the ability to reconcile economic and ecological requirements
• Solid project management skills, the ability to structure workflows and set priorities as well as the willingness to take responsibility and make decisions
• Technical basic understanding of buildings and building services engineering as well as a structured, solution-oriented approach
• The ability to quickly recognise challenges and solve them pragmatically
• Strong communication skills, empathy and professional customer orientation as well as conflict resolution skills and diplomatic tact
• Very good German and good English skills

We offer

Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development but also actively contributes to positive changes in society.

Working at the Vice Presidency for Infrastructure and Sustainability (VPIN) means actively shaping the future of ETH Zurich – an inspiring, international and innovative institution. Your commitment creates the best conditions for excellence in teaching, research, knowledge transfer and sustainability at ETH Zurich.

In an open, inspiring atmosphere, trust, reliability and mutual respect form the foundation of our collaboration. We offer you not only security but also diverse development opportunities. With us, you can expect meaningful work in an innovative and appreciative environment that you can help shape and that opens up new perspectives for you.

• At ETH Zurich, you will find a dynamic, international environment where occupational safety and health protection are rethought daily
• You will have scope for design and practical, creative solutions are very welcome
• Flexible, jointly designed working models
• We live: Lifelong Learning
• Benefits such as public transport subscriptions and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ , childcare, attractive pension benefits etc.

This position offers you the chance to use your experience meaningfully, grow further and achieve real impact.

Working, teaching and researching at ETH Zurich

Diversity and sustainability are important to us

In line with our values , ETH Zurich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity and foster a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all employees and students are respected. On our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website , you can learn how we ensure a fair and open environment in which everyone can develop and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• Motivation letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Work certificates and qualifications

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by e-mail or post will not be considered.

Further information about the Facility Services Department can be found on our website . For enquiries, rir Schwab Rainer, Head of Building Management Hönggerberg, rainerschwab@ethz.ch (no application documents), is happy to assist.

For personnel placement, the ETH Zurich terms and conditions apply.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical and natural science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, pioneering basic research and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. More than 30,000 people from over 120 countries find an environment with us that promotes independent thinking and a climate that inspires top performance. In the heart of Europe and globally networked, we develop solutions together for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.