Zürich
Project Manager Architecture (m/f/d)
- 11 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 115 000 - 120 000 /year
- English (Intermediate), 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 the client, we are looking for an experienced professional for project management in architecture with a focus on building construction, residential construction and demanding architectural projects. You will independently manage complex construction projects from architectural design through planning to execution and be responsible for their successful implementation. The focus is on leading interdisciplinary project teams, coordinating specialist planners, cost, schedule and quality management as well as architectural planning with ArchiCAD across all SIA phases. The position offers the opportunity to accompany architecturally demanding construction projects with high public relevance and actively shape architectural quality in an international planning environment.
Responsibilities:
Independent project management of demanding architecture and building construction projects from design through planning to construction realisation
Control and coordination of all relevant SIA phases with responsibility for continuous and structured project execution
Technical leadership of interdisciplinary project teams coordinating internal architects, draftsmen and design teams
Coordination of external specialist planners and experts to ensure technically coordinated and architecturally high-quality overall planning
Cost, schedule and quality management monitoring project goals, planning milestones and economic framework conditions
Further development and quality assurance of architectural designs considering design, functional and constructive requirements
Coordination of construction project and execution planning with ArchiCAD including alignment of 2D plans and 3D building models
Support of building application and approval procedures ensuring compliance with relevant Swiss building laws and regulations
Professional communication with clients, authorities and contractors to clarify planning, technical and organisational issues
Organisation and leadership of project and coordination meetings with internal and external project participants
Ensuring complete project documentation with structured minute-taking, tracking decisions and controlling relevant plan statuses
Support of construction execution and coordination of planning interfaces to ensure architectural quality until project completion
Qualifications:
Completed architecture studies at ETH, FH or equivalent education with solid expertise in planning and realising demanding building construction projects
Five to ten years of professional experience in architectural project management in Switzerland with experience in leading and coordinating interdisciplinary project teams
In-depth knowledge of all SIA phases from design and planning phase to execution planning and realisation
Sound knowledge of Swiss building standards, building laws and approval procedures with in-depth experience in residential construction an advantage
Very good ArchiCAD skills in 2D and 3D architectural planning with confident handling of digital planning and coordination processes
Structured, independent and solution-oriented working style with strong quality awareness, leadership skills and high team spirit
Fluent German skills in spoken and written form and good English skills advantageous for collaboration in an international project environment
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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Work location
Zurich
Contact
Robin Maurer,
+41443852153