Lead Facility Management Switzerland (m/f/d) (80-100%) — ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Baden
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Real Estate Manager
- At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen.
- You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together.
- Lead Facility Management service delivery across ABB's Swiss portfolio , acting as the primary interface with the integrated FM provider and ensuring contractual compliance, governance, KPI achievement, and service excellence.
- Drive the completion of ABB's national FM transformation , including finalization of the FM tender, transition planning, and successful mobilization of the new FM partner across all Swiss locations.
- proactive, customer-focused, and solution-oriented mindset.</p></li><li><p>Fluency in German and English is required;
- We have a passion for operational excellence and make every effort to create value for ABB businesses.
Main responsibilities
- Lead Facility Management service delivery across ABB's Swiss portfolio , acting as the primary interface with the integrated FM provider and ensuring contractual compliance, governance, KPI achievement, and service excellence.
- Drive the completion of ABB's national FM transformation , including finalization of the FM tender, transition planning, and successful mobilization of the new FM partner across all Swiss locations.
- Optimize operational performance, compliance and cost efficiency , ensuring adherence to regulatory, HSE and ABB standards while delivering continuous improvements in service quality, sustainability and user experience.
- Support strategic real estate and facilities objectives , leveraging data-driven insights, stakeholder collaboration, and project leadership to enhance portfolio performance and deliver facility investments. Your Background
- Bachelor or Master's degree in Facility Management, Real Estate, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field.
Key requirements
- proactive, customer-focused, and solution-oriented mindset.</p></li><li><p>Fluency in German and English is required;
- We have a passion for operational excellence and make every effort to create value for ABB businesses.
Application process
- today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory
- We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated).
- The recruiting process is led by Gema de Vicente , Talent Partner at ABB Switzerland Ltd.
- Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative.
- That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
- Ready to make an impact?
- today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Company and context
- Approximately 10 years of experience in Corporate Real Estate and/or Corporate Facility Management within Switzerland, preferably within a large multi-site organization.
- Proven experience managing outsourced FM contracts, external service providers, and integrated FM service delivery models.
- Experience leading FM transformation, outsourcing, mobilization, or transition projects, with strong project management skills and the ability to drive complex cross-functional initiatives.
- Strong understanding of operational Facility Management, contract management, performance monitoring, budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels; proactive, customer-focused, and solution-oriented mindset.
- Fluency in German and English is required; experience driving digital transformation initiatives in Facility Management, including AI, smart buildings, predictive maintenance, workflow automation, and advanced analytics, is a strong advantage.
- Why Join Us?
- This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Facility Management at ABB Switzerland.
- Beyond managing a significant real estate portfolio, you will lead the transition to a new integrated FM delivery model and establish the foundation for long-term operational excellence across the country. More about us
- Our mission in Real Estate (RE) is to enable ABB businesses to perform at their best through a global real estate management that covers the full end-to-end lifecycle from site selection, management and maintenance to site termination.
Additional details
- Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Real Estate Manager
- You will oversee the delivery of integrated FM services through external partners, drive operational excellence and cost optimization, and play a key role in shaping the future FM operating model for ABB Switzerland.
- Support strategic real estate and facilities objectives , leveraging data-driven insights, stakeholder collaboration, and project leadership to enhance portfolio performance and deliver facility investments.
- Beyond managing a significant real estate portfolio, you will lead the transition to a new integrated FM delivery model and establish the foundation for long-term operational excellence across the country.
- Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory
- Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
Notes and original content
- Join us and help run what runs the world.
- This position reports to:
- Real Estate Manager
- Responsibilities
- Your Background
- More about us
Questions about this listing
What salary does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) lists CHF 178'000 - 313'000 gross per year for this position in Baden. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does ABB Svizzera (sede Ticino) offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Aargau?
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