Lead Architect

Exyte Switzerland AG; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Exyte Switzerland AG seeks a Lead Architect to guide pharmaceutical and biotech facility design in Switzerland. You will lead architectural teams, oversee projects from planning through execution, and mentor junior architects in a globally operating organization.

The role emphasizes pharmaceutical facility expertise, Swiss regulatory knowledge, and strong collaboration across disciplines. Fluency in German and English is required; French is a plus. Travel within Switzerland is expected.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Architecture with ~10 years of professional experience.
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of facilities for pharma/biotech industries is a strong asset.
• Ability to translate complex project requirements into architectural concepts and communicate across all project phases.
• In-depth knowledge of Swiss standards, regulations, and approval processes.
• Fluency in German and good English; French is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Lead and inspire architectural teams.
• Manage complex building projects across planning and execution phases.
• Mentor younger architects and represent the architectural discipline in interdisciplinary projects.
• Develop expertise in pharmaceutical and biotech facility design.
• Travel within Switzerland for project assignments.
• Build long-term client relationships and contribute to organizational growth.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Client relationship

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Architecture

Jobbeschreibung

We are offering you a position as Lead Architect with long-term career prospects in our architecture department.

The role focuses on laboratory and production buildings for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries in Switzerland, with a strong emphasis on architectural excellence.

Your responsibilities will cover all tasks within service phases 1 to 5, in accordance with SIA standards.

Lead Architect (m/f/d)

Explore your tasks and responsibilities

• Lead and inspire architectural teams
• Manage complex building projects of all scales throughout all planning and execution phases
• Act as a role model and mentor for younger architects
• Represent the architectural discipline in highly interdisciplinary and complex projects
• Develop and strengthen your expertise in pharmaceutical and biotech facility design
• Work within a highly professional and globally operating organization
• Shape some of the world's most advanced pharmaceutical facilities and help improve the lives of patients around the world

Show your expertise

• Master's degree in Architecture with approximately 10 years of professional experience, ideally within the Swiss architectural, engineering, or planning environment
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of facilities for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries is a strong asset
• Ability to translate complex project requirements into compelling architectural concepts and communicate them effectively throughout all project phases
• In-depth knowledge of Swiss standards, regulations, and approval processes
• Fluency in German and a strong command of English; French is considered an advantage
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset and a passion for interdisciplinary project work
• Willingness to travel within Switzerland for project-related assignments
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to understand client perspectives, anticipate needs, and build trust through expertise and empathy
• Charismatic personality with a passion for architecture, the confidence to lead projects, and the ability to develop long-term client relationships

Contact:

Ilayda Öztürk

For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Ilayda Öztürk.