Project Manager (Fire Protection)

Coopers Group; Oberwallis; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Coopers Group is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to lead technical oversight of fire protection systems in a multidisciplinary, pharmaceutical/industrial setting.

The role requires coordinating with architects, engineers, and the site fire brigade, and ensuring safe, compliant system delivery from design through commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Process, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Strong command of German and English (speaking and writing).
• VKF certification such as 'Fachperson für Wasserlöschanlagen VKF' is a strong advantage.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or industrial manufacturing environments with GMP familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with architects, engineering partners, fire protection specialists, project teams, and the site fire brigade.
• Lead technical oversight of fire protection systems (sprinklers, deluge, dry extinguishing, firewater networks, retention).
• Manage contractors and vendors for fire protection installations.
• Ensure project delivery with respect to cost, schedule, quality, and compliance.
• Participate in 3D design reviews and multidisciplinary coordination to resolve clashes.
• Oversee commissioning, functional testing, and acceptance activities for fire protection systems.
• Participate in integrated system tests with engineering teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Review and hand over as-built documentation and ensure smooth transfer to operations.
• Support additional CAPEX engineering activities as required.

Skills

Fluent German and English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Process/Chemical Engineering or related

Job description

Location: Visp

Contract start date: ASAP

Contract end date: 1 October 2027

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with architects, engineering partners, fire protection specialists, project teams, and the site fire brigade.
• Lead the technical oversight of fire protection systems, including sprinkler systems, deluge systems, dry extinguishing systems, firewater networks, and firewater retention solutions.
• Manage contractors and vendors responsible for technical fire protection installations.
• Ensure project delivery with respect to cost, schedule, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Participate in 3D design reviews and multidisciplinary coordination to resolve clashes and technical issues.
• Oversee commissioning, functional testing, and acceptance activities for fire protection systems.
• Participate in integrated system tests together with engineering teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Review, collect, and hand over as-built documentation and ensure smooth transfer of systems to operations and end users.
• Support additional engineering activities within the CAPEX team as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Fluent German and English
• Extensive experience working with fire protection systems and related regulations, standards, and guidelines (e.g., VKF, SES).
• Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of GMP and cleanroom environments is advantageous.
• Approximately 5-10 years of engineering, project execution, or operational experience within the pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or related industries
• VKF certification such as"Fachperson für Wasserlöschanlagen VKF" is considered a strong advantage.
• Technical expertise in fire protection systems and infrastructure
• Knowledge of fire safety codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Strong contractor and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Experience with commissioning and integrated testing activities.
• Structured and detail-oriented working style.
• Ability to work independently in complex, multidisciplinary project environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, primarily in German and also in English.
• Strong understanding of fire risk assessments and selection criteria for wet versus dry suppression technologies in industrial, pharmaceutical, laboratory, and utility facilities