Architect (m/f/d)

Architect (m/f/d)

Role:

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a creatively skilled architect FH/ETH to work on demanding architectural projects in an international planning environment. You will primarily be involved in the early project phases and develop architectural concepts, competition entries, and design projects up to the building permit submission. The focus is on creative and technically sound architectural development, digital 3D modelling with Rhino, and BIM-supported planning with Autodesk Revit. The position offers an entry into diverse national and international architectural projects and combines innovative design work with interdisciplinary collaboration and the gradual assumption of additional project responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Architectural concept development: Participation in the development of innovative architectural concepts for demanding building projects in various usage areas

• Architectural design planning: Development and further refinement of design and functional solutions from the initial project idea to project planning

• Architectural competitions: Involvement in the conception, elaboration, and presentation of competition entries for national and international architectural projects

• Feasibility studies and variant development: Examination of different design approaches regarding spatial quality, use, structural feasibility, and aesthetic impact

• Preliminary and construction project planning: Handling architectural projects in the early SIA planning phases including the preparation of relevant planning and decision-making documents

• Building permit planning: Assistance in the preparation of building application plans and compilation of technical documents for Swiss approval procedures

• 3D modelling with Rhino: Development, editing, and visualisation of digital architectural models to examine building forms, spatial concepts, and design variants

• BIM planning with Autodesk Revit: Participation in the creation and further development of digital building models as well as in the model-based creation of architectural plans

• Architectural plans and project presentations: Preparation of floor plans, sections, elevations, diagrams, and other documents for competitions, design presentations, and construction projects

• Creative and technical project work: Coordination of architectural design ideas with constructive, functional, and technical requirements

• Interdisciplinary planning coordination: Collaboration with internal architecture teams, specialist planners, and other project participants to further develop and coordinate the design planning

• Project presentations and documentation: Preparation of design documents, presentations, and project documentation for internal meetings as well as communication with clients and other stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or diploma in architecture from a university of applied sciences, university, or ETH, or an equivalent recognised higher education qualification

• Initial practical professional experience in architectural planning, including internships; experience in the Swiss architecture and planning environment is an advantage

• Solid design understanding and knowledge in architectural concept and design development, especially for competitions and early project phases

• Good user skills in Rhino and/or Autodesk Revit, particularly in digital 3D modelling and preparation of architectural planning documents

• Knowledge of BIM-supported planning methods is an advantage; experience with ArchiCAD is also welcome, and training in the planning systems used is provided

• Basic knowledge of relevant Swiss SIA planning phases, building regulations, and approval procedures is an advantage, especially in connection with preliminary project, construction project, and building permit

• Very good German and English skills, spoken and written for collaboration in international project teams and communication with clients, specialist planners, and other project participants

• Interesting and varied tasks/projects
• Attractive training and development opportunities
• Well-coordinated and dynamic team
• Market- and performance-based salaries

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Work location
Zurich

Contact

Robin Maurer,
+41443852153