Project Manager (m/f/d)

About the job

Founded in 1960, JELD-WEN is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of doors and windows, employing more than 16,000 people across 20 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, JELD-WEN develops, produces, and distributes a comprehensive range of interior and exterior doors, wooden, plastic, and aluminium windows, and related products for new construction, repair, and renovation of residential and non-residential buildings.

Our products and services give us the opportunity to be present in workplaces, homes, and daily life. With this privilege comes great responsibility to ensure that the products we deliver are reliable and enrich the places and lives they touch. We bring beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives. In the Swiss manufactory, we produce functional and entrance doors made of wood for the Swiss market. Our range extends from blanks to ready-to-install doors.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT?

For Zargag, a brand of JELD-WEN Switzerland AG in the project sector, we are currently seeking a Project Manager (m/f/d). In this role, you are responsible for the flawless, efficient, and timely handling of our projects. The workplace can be in St. Gallen or Bremgarten (Aargau).

Project Manager (m/f/d)

MAIN TASKS

• Overall responsibility for the flawless, efficient, and timely execution of assigned projects within the Zargag project department
• Contact and initial meeting with the customer after order acceptance
• Responsibility for monitoring construction site schedules
• Adherence to and optimisation of project costs
• Recording door elements and coordinating/triggering orders
• Monthly reporting (creditor controls and preparation of interim and final invoices)
• Monthly project evaluation
• Consultation with general contractors, architects, and builders
• Close cooperation with installation management and ensuring installation quality
• Customer-oriented, prompt, and efficient handling of customer complaints

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Basic vocational training in the construction or related sector (e.g., joiner, carpenter, metalworker; a bachelor’s degree would be an advantage)
• At least 5 years of experience in project business in order processing
• High technical product understanding
• Strong desire to understand complex topics and define optimal solutions together with customers
• Legal knowledge of Swiss Code of Obligations (OR) and SIA standards is an advantage
• Organisational talent with great initiative
• Team player and open personality
• Excellent communication skills
• Fluent German language skills
• Good IT user skills (MS Office)

Why JELD-WEN?

We have a passion for doors and are one of the world’s largest manufacturers in this field. If you want to join us, we offer an international environment, a high degree of flexibility, great potential for your personal development, and the opportunity to work for an established brand.

JELD-WEN Switzerland offers exciting, varied tasks in a dynamic working environment with market-appropriate remuneration, as well as 30 - 35 days of holiday. Look forward to flexible working hours, free parking, and health care measures. A global company with a local context awaits you!

Your application

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