Project Manager Facility

VAT GROUP; Sankt Gallen; Vor Ort; CHF 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

VAT Group in Haag, St. Gallen, Switzerland, seeks a Project Manager Facility to plan, coordinate, and deliver construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects at the Haag site.

You will ensure safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence while developing the site's building and technical infrastructure. Role requires education in installation or mechanical engineering, plus experience in building services and project management.

Qualifikationen

• Completed technical education in a relevant field such as Installation Engineering, HVAC Planning, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable discipline.
• Proficiency in German and English, written and spoken.
• Further education or professional development in Building Services Engineering or related field.
• Several years of professional experience in building services, construction, infrastructure, or project management environments.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and delivering technical construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking with interest in new solutions.
• Negotiation skills, sound judgment, and ability to influence project outcomes.

Aufgaben

• Manage and coordinate new construction and renovation projects at the Haag site.
• Develop, plan, and lead construction projects including site management, cost planning, budgeting, and project controlling.
• Design and advance HVAC projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Prepare conceptual designs and coordinate planning with external consultants.
• Support building permit applications and approval processes with external planning offices.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules aligned with site operations and project objectives.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project activities across construction, HVAC, electrical, MSR, cleanroom, and fire protection disciplines.
• Manage tendering processes and support contract awards with central procurement.
• Oversee construction execution ensuring quality, budget, and schedule compliance.
• Coordinate project acceptance activities, defect resolution, and handover to end users.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for technical alarms and emergencies.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project coordination

Ausbildung

Technical education in Installation Engineering

HVAC Planning

Mechanical Engineering

Further professional development in Building Services

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Haag, St. Gallen, CH

Employment Type: Permanent

About VAT Group

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions: integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT.

Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.

Purpose of the Role

The Project Manager Facility is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering new construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects at the Haag site. The role ensures that projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in line with operational requirements, while supporting the ongoing development of the site's building and technical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate new construction and renovation projects at the Haag site.
• Develop, plan, and lead construction projects, including site management, cost planning, budgeting, and project controlling.
• Design and advance HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and sanitation) projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Prepare conceptual designs and coordinate project planning with external engineering and design consultants.
• Support building permit applications and approval processes in cooperation with external planning offices.
• Develop and maintain construction schedules while aligning project activities with ongoing site operations and project objectives.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project activities across construction, HVAC, electrical, building automation (MSR), cleanroom, and fire protection disciplines.
• Manage tendering processes and support contract awards in collaboration with the central procurement team.
• Oversee construction execution, ensuring compliance with quality, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Coordinate project acceptance activities, manage defect resolution, and ensure successful handover to end users.
• Participate in the on-call rotation team for technical alarms and emergency situations.

Qualifications

• Completed technical education in a relevant field such as Installation Engineering, HVAC Planning, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable discipline.
• Proficiency in German and English, both written and spoken.
• Further education or professional development in Building Services Engineering, Building Technology, or a related field.
• Several years of professional experience in building services, construction, infrastructure, or project management environments.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and delivering technical construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills, with an interest in developing and implementing new solutions.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills, sound judgment, and the ability to influence project outcomes effectively.
• Structured, organized, and results-oriented approach to work.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and openness to new challenges and experiences.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and customer-oriented mindset.

Our commitment to inclusion, fairness and equal opportunities

We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available at our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct.