Zürich-Oerlikon
Project Manager for Transport and Infrastructure Projects
- 22 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Native language)
About the job
Mobility is a dynamic and forward-looking topic. At the Zurich Transport Network ZVV, we shape the future of public transport in the canton of Zurich, so that the population continues to benefit from an attractive offer of trains, trams and buses.
Would you like to work in a meaningful, future-oriented industry? In a small organisation and an agile environment with short decision-making paths and great scope for creativity, taking responsibility and shaping your projects independently?
As part of the regular succession planning, we are looking for a Project Manager for Transport Planning from 1 June 2027 or by arrangement.
Project Manager for Transport and Infrastructure Projects 80 - 100%
Your interesting area of responsibility:
- You represent the interests of the ZVV in the planning and implementation of demanding infrastructure and building projects in public transport.
- You take on the client representation in the relevant project organisations.
- You manage projects together with internal and external partners.
- You represent the interests of the ZVV vis-à-vis national, cantonal and municipal authorities as well as other stakeholders.
- You accompany political decision-making and approval processes.
What you bring with you:
- You have a degree as a civil engineer or architect (FH/ETH) or an equivalent qualification.
- Preferably, you have additional training in business administration or extensive experience in cost management and financial control of projects.
- You have several years of professional experience as a project manager in construction, especially in the handling of (large) transport projects with different specialist disciplines and stakeholders or as client representation in this field.
- You work in a structured and reliable manner with a high degree of personal responsibility and a strong awareness of quality.
- You can negotiate confidently in German both orally and in writing and clearly and understandably draft/communicate your plans and concepts.
What we offer you:
- An interesting and varied area of responsibility in a future-oriented, socially relevant environment.
- Lots of creative freedom and personal responsibility embedded in a helpful team.
- Free travel throughout Switzerland on public transport and discounts for your relatives.
- Market- and performance-based salaries, good social benefits, paid mobile phone, lunch vouchers.
- A central and modern workplace at Oerlikon station with flexible working hours.
Interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application via the cantonal application platform. Employment is by arrangement. If you have any questions, Christian Vogt, Head of Transport Planning, will be happy to assist you at 043 257 48 48.
