Project Manager Building Construction (60 - 80%)

Publication date:18 October 2025
Workload:60 – 80%
Contract type:Unlimited employment
Place of work:Aarau

Job summary

The city of Aarau seeks motivated individuals for a modern workplace. Join us for an exciting opportunity in a supportive work environment.

Tasks

Manage diverse construction projects for Aarau's communities.
Lead project phases SIA 2 to 5 with planners and stakeholders.
Ensure quality, timelines, and costs are met during execution.

Skills

University degree in architecture with several years of project management experience.
Strong communication skills and openness to coordination tasks.
Ability to work interdepartmentally with various stakeholders.

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About the job

The city of Aarau, as a forward-looking and modern employer, relies on motivated employees.

The Building Construction Section of the City Construction Office is looking for a

As of May 1, 2026, or by agreement.

You are responsible for project management of interesting and diverse construction projects for the municipality and local citizen community of Aarau. Your main task is the client-side project management during phases SIA 2 to 5 in collaboration with planners, various city project participants, and other specialist offices. In this role, you steer the projects while always keeping an eye on political, communication, and participation processes. Within the project work, you prepare reports and proposals for the executive and legislative bodies. You also monitor compliance with quality, deadlines, and costs, ensuring optimal contract management in the areas of planning and realization.

You have a university or university of applied sciences degree as an architect and already have several years of experience in project management. You are open and communicative and enjoy coordination tasks. You also possess a pronounced process-oriented thinking regarding opportunities and risks. You bring sound judgment in urban planning and architectural matters and are characterized by negotiation skills as well as fluency in oral and written expression. You enjoy working interdisciplinarily and with various contacts. Further training in project management, construction economics, and sustainable building is desired.

We offer fair working conditions, equal opportunities, and a pleasant working atmosphere. As an employee, you benefit from financial contributions to Lunch Check, Reka Pay Card, fitness subscriptions, and other benefits.

We look forward to your application. For questions, please contact Mr. Sebastian Busse, Head of the Building Construction Section, T 062 843 45 26.