Project Manager Road Construction 80-100%

About the job

Your new role

As a project manager for road construction, you will take on a responsible role in the further development of public spaces and the design of an attractive living environment in the city of St. Gallen. You plan, develop and lead diverse road construction projects, from the restoration of existing road facilities to the implementation of shared spaces and other measures to enhance the urban environment. You accompany your projects from the initial idea through planning and political decision-making to realisation. In doing so, you coordinate collaboration with internal and external specialist departments, utilities, planning offices and other project participants. In the development of projects, you lead and support a small team of draughtspersons in a professional capacity. You prepare reports and applications for political decision-making processes and represent your projects to various stakeholders. Another important aspect is communication with the public. You organise and accompany public consultations, thereby contributing to transparent and constructive project development.

This position is for you if

• You have a completed technical education as a civil engineer ETH/FH/HTL or a comparable qualification as well as experience in project management of construction projects.
• You enjoy designing sustainable and high-quality public spaces.
• You are a committed and solution-oriented personality with strong communication skills and social competence.
• You enjoy value-based teamwork as well as exchange with expert committees, departments and the public.
• You are confident in using common digital work tools.

Good reasons to work for the city of St. Gallen:

Your department

The Civil Engineering Office of the city of St. Gallen, to which the road construction division belongs, is responsible for intact roads, paths, squares and bridges as well as functioning traffic connections and traffic light systems. A purposeful winter service, safe and natural watercourses are also part of the department's tasks.

Our corporate culture

With us, you contribute personally together with colleagues to a liveable city and the well-being of our diverse population. Equal opportunities for all our employees are a matter of course for us.

What we offer

You will find a varied activity with interesting projects. We offer flexible working time models tailored to your life situation and a workplace in the city centre.

Our selection process

Your questions about the position will be gladly answered by Nuri Sarigül, Head of Road Construction, telephone 071 224 56 02. Please submit your complete dossier exclusively online. We will confirm receipt of your application immediately. Your dossier will be reviewed by the central personnel services as well as by those responsible at the Civil Engineering Office.

We value diversity in all its forms and look forward to your perspective.