Project Manager (80–100%)

Raumtakt; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Raumtakt is seeking an architect or interior designer who thrives on transforming existing buildings. You will lead demanding renovation, interior design, conversions, extensions, and new buildings through all planning phases while combining design conviction with constructive precision.

You will manage studies, preliminary and construction projects in existing structures, coordinate specialists, and communicate project status, risks, costs, and actions clearly to owners and management.

Qualifications

• Completed studies in architecture or interior design.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from inventory analysis through concept and design to execution, acceptance and handover.

Skills

Team spirit

Communication skills

German language (C1)

English language (B2)

Independent working

Education

Architecture degree (ETH/FH)

Interior design degree (BA/MA FH)

Structural drafting background

Tools

Vectorworks

Archicad 3D

Deltabau cost

Affinity Photo 2

Affinity Publisher 2

Asana

Job description

We are looking for an architect or interior designer who enjoys continuing to build in the existing building. You are responsible for demanding renovation, interior design, conversion, extension, extension and transformation projects as well as replacement new buildings throughout all planning phases. You combine design conviction with constructive precision and lead projects from inventory analysis through concept and design to execution, acceptance and handover.

What awaits you

Collaboration and independent project management in studies, preliminary projects and construction projects in building within existing structures. This includes conversions, interior fittings, repurposing, extensions, additions and transformations of existing structures, as well as replacement new buildings and interior design projects in new buildings.

Analysis of existing buildings, spaces, structures, materials and potential uses. From this, you develop careful architectural, spatial and constructive solutions for the next phase of the building's use.

Responsibility for conception, design planning, execution planning and detailed planning, as well as for spatial, material, color, lighting and equipment concepts. You develop the design direction in close coordination with the management, who are responsible for the design management.

Preparation and coordination of tender, award and works contract documents in accordance with the agreed SIA standards, in particular SIA 102 and SIA 118.

Processing of cost estimates and cost estimates, ongoing cost control with delta construction cost, scheduling, construction management and quality assurance.

Independent management of projects through all planning phases. This includes inventory analysis, feasibility study, design, planning, approval process, tendering, execution, acceptance and handover.

Coordination of specialist planners, entrepreneurs, suppliers and authorities, as well as conducting project and construction meetings.

Direct support for building owners. You prepare decisions, document them in a comprehensible manner, and clearly communicate the project status, risks, costs, deadlines, and need for action.

A combination of design quality and constructive understanding. You implement interventions precisely, strengthen the existing substance, and consider substance preservation, reuse, reversibility, and long-term economic viability.

Close collaboration in a small, interdisciplinary team with direct exchange, short decision‑making processes and close coordination with management.

What you bring with you

Completed studies in architecture, for example ETH or FH, or in interior design, for example BA/MA FH, or an equivalent qualification. A sound basic structural education as a draftsman specializing in architecture or as a structural draftsman is advantageous.

At least six years of experience in independent project management in Switzerland, as well as experience in detailed planning and construction management.

Proven experience in continuing construction within existing structures: conversions, repurposing, extensions, additions and energy‑efficient modernizations.

Ability to read, evaluate and precisely develop existing spaces, structures and building fabric.

Sound knowledge of SIA standards, especially SIA 102 and SIA 118. Experience with building applications, official procedures and the coordination of specialist documents is advantageous.

High standards for design, construction, space, material and detail, as well as enthusiasm for design quality in the context of the inventory.

Excellent knowledge of Vectorworks architecture, especially in 3D planning. Since we will be switching to Archicad 3D from 2027 onwards, we assume a willingness to learn. Existing Archicad knowledge as well as experience with Deltabaucost, Affinity Photo 2, Affinity Publisher 2 and Asana are an advantage.

Independent, structured and responsible working methods. You prepare decisions in a well‑founded manner, keep costs, deadlines and quality in mind, and reliably implement tasks.

Team spirit, communication skills and a love of direct, collegial collaboration.

Very good German skills in spoken and written language, at least level C1, as well as good English skills, at least level B2.

What we offer

Demanding construction projects focusing on renovation, interior design, repurposing, extension, adding a story, transformation, sustainability and circular construction. The spectrum ranges from the listed terraced housing estate to the doctor's office and the future‑oriented workspace in the urban fabric.

The possibility of working on interior design projects in new buildings, in addition to continuing to build existing structures.

Genuine project responsibility from the very beginning, from inventory analysis and design to execution, acceptance and handover.

We are a small, inter‑and transdisciplinary team of architecture and interior design, where design, construction and costs go hand in hand from the very beginning. You can expect short decision‑making processes, direct exchange, and close cooperation with management.

Collaborative design in an office that considers design quality, construction, costs and long‑term usability from the outset.

A workplace in the middle of District 4 in Zurich.

Flexible working hours and mobile work by arrangement. Working from home is possible.

Support for individual training and personal development.

Job start: by immediately or by appointment.