Zürich
Project Architect (m/f/d)
- 05 November 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 105 000 - 110 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 8001 Zürich
About the job
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Project Architect (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF105,000 - 110,000Role:
On behalf of our client, we are looking for a committed professional for project architecture with a focus on refurbishment, renovation, and building in existing structures. You will develop and manage demanding refurbishment projects and independently accompany them through all relevant project phases according to SIA. The focus is on architectural project development, constructive planning, coordination of project participants, and the technical implementation of existing building structures. The position offers a varied field of activity with high personal responsibility, direct collaboration with management, and long-term development prospects.
Responsibilities:
Independent handling of complex refurbishment and renovation projects from the initial project idea to structural realisation
Project development across all SIA phases with a focus on preliminary design, construction design, approval procedures, tendering, and execution planning
Development of architectural concepts for existing buildings considering functional, aesthetic, and constructive requirements
Analysis of existing building fabric and structures as a basis for technically and economically suitable refurbishment concepts
Preparation of project and execution plans using CAD software including floor plans, sections, facades, and constructive details
Development and optimisation of constructional detail solutions with special attention to existing components, connections, and building interfaces
Creation and coordination of building application documents considering applicable building regulations and official requirements
Coordination with specialist planners and other project participants to ensure coordinated and technically feasible planning
Processing of project variants and feasibility studies to evaluate architectural, constructive, and economic solution approaches
Support in tendering and awarding processes by providing technical planning documents and clarifying execution questions
Supervision of construction execution from an architectural perspective with verification of the implementation of design and constructive project specifications
Quality assurance and project documentation with monitoring of planning quality, maintenance of current plan statuses, and coordination with project management
Qualifications:
Completed architecture degree ETH, FH or a comparable recognised qualification with solid knowledge in architectural project management
Practical professional experience in the Swiss construction industry as well as knowledge of relevant SIA phases, construction processes, and planning requirements
Strong constructional understanding with a confident sense for materials, building structures, execution details, and technically feasible solutions
Interest and ideally experience in refurbishment, renovation, and building in existing structures with enthusiasm for complex architectural tasks
Good CAD skills as well as experience in preparing and coordinating project, building application, and execution plans
Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style with initiative, teamwork skills, and willingness to take on project responsibility
Good German language skills in spoken and written form for professional collaboration with clients, authorities, specialist planners, and contractors
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
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Work location
Zurich
Contact
Robin Maurer,
+41443852153