Zürich
Senior Project Manager: Building Construction (m/f/d)
- 13 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position, Supplementary income
- German (Native language), English (Intermediate)
- 8001 Zürich
About the job
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Senior Project Manager: Building Construction (m/f/d)
Your new employer operates in the construction industry. We specialise in connecting professionals in this field with the right companies. If you want to learn more about the company and the position, apply now.Role:
For a leading Swiss construction and general contracting company, we are looking for an experienced individual who manages demanding building construction projects holistically and successfully brings them to execution.
Responsibilities:
Overall responsibility for demanding general contractor/subcontractor projects from project development to successful handover
Leadership of interdisciplinary project teams as well as coordination of clients, planners, authorities, specialists and contractors
Ensuring costs, quality, deadlines and profitability across all project phases
Monitoring project progress through cost reporting, schedule control and risk management
Negotiation, preparation and management of contracts as well as change order management
Responsibility for correct and timely billing of projects
Development of economical solutions and optimisation of planning and execution processes
Active management of complex interfaces and creation of optimal conditions for successful project execution
Qualifications:
Completed training in building construction with further education or degree in civil engineering
Several years of experience in managing demanding building construction projects within a general contractor/subcontractor environment
Sound knowledge in project management, construction realisation and cost control
Strong leadership and social skills as well as experience in leading interdisciplinary teams
Entrepreneurial thinking, negotiation skills and strong assertiveness
Confident use of Office 365 and MS Project; knowledge of Messerli or comparable project management tools is an advantage
Structured, solution-oriented and independent working style even in demanding project situations
Benefits:
- Participation in or provision of company car
- Attractive pension and insurance benefits
- Flexible working hours
- Interesting and varied tasks/projects
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Workplace
Zurich
Contact
Tim Brandtner,
+41443852195
