Winterthur
Architect (m/f/d)
- 13 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 95 000 - 100 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 8400 Winterthur
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Architect (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF95,000 - 100,000Role:
On behalf of our client, we are looking for a qualified female or male architect for the design and execution planning of versatile and architecturally demanding construction projects in Winterthur. You will work on projects in the fields of urban planning, residential construction, cultural buildings, and monument preservation, accompanying their development from the initial concept idea to constructive implementation. The focus is on developing high-quality architectural concepts, the careful elaboration of working and detailed plans, and respectful handling of historical building fabric. The position combines creative design work with sound technical planning and collaboration in interdisciplinary project teams.
Responsibilities:
Architectural design planning: Development and elaboration of creatively high-quality architectural concepts for versatile building projects
Execution planning for building construction: Creation and processing of precise working, execution, and detail plans according to the relevant SIA service phases
Urban project development: Participation in urban concepts, development studies, and the spatial development of buildings and sites
Residential construction planning: Design and constructive processing of residential buildings considering functional, aesthetic, and building law requirements
Cultural and public buildings: Participation in the planning of architecturally demanding cultural buildings and other buildings with public uses
Monument preservation and building in existing structures: Development of planning and design solutions for historic and protected buildings considering monument preservation requirements
Constructive detail planning: Elaboration of technically well-thought-out component connections, material concepts, and architectural execution details
Concept and variant studies: Development and evaluation of different design approaches regarding spatial quality, functionality, and construction feasibility
CAD and 3D architectural planning: Creation, processing, and further development of digital architectural plans and building models
Interdisciplinary planning coordination: Coordination of architectural planning with structural engineers, specialist planners, and other project participants
Building law and monument preservation basics: Consideration of applicable Swiss building regulations, relevant SIA standards, and project-specific monument protection requirements
Planning quality and project documentation: Review and further development of planning documents regarding architectural quality, constructive accuracy, and completeness
Qualifications:
Completed architecture studies at ETH or FH or an equivalent recognised higher education qualification in architecture
Professional experience in design and execution planning of building projects within an architecture or planning office is an advantage
Sound knowledge in architectural concept development and constructive detail planning as well as understanding of the technical implementation of creatively demanding designs
Professional interest or practical experience in urban planning, residential construction, cultural buildings, or monument preservation, especially in dealing with existing and historic building fabric
Good knowledge of common CAD and 3D modelling programmes for creating design, project, and execution plans
Knowledge of relevant Swiss SIA standards, building laws, and planning processes as well as ideally the monument preservation framework conditions for conversion and renovation projects
Good German language skills in spoken and written form for technical project documentation, planning meetings, and collaboration with interdisciplinary project teams
Benefits:
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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Work location
Winterthur
Contact
Robin Maurer,
+41443852153