Project manager/client — Confederazione Svizzera
- Location
- Bern
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
Full description
Put to the Point
As a client representative at the BBL – the federal building body – you bear overall responsibility for challenging construction projects throughout Switzerland. The procurement and management of interdisciplinary project organisations, the management of complex processes within clearly defined objectives and the assurance of quality, costs and deadlines in the public interest characterise this key role. Since we occupy one position in each of three departments and are active in all language regions, we require active knowledge in two official languages. Applications to the portfolios shall be allocated taking into account language skills and professional profile. You can expect a responsible and varied activity with a direct impact on the structural development of the Confederation.
- Date of entry: 01.01.2027
- Type of employment: perpetual
- Reference No: 620-20739
- Place of work: Fellerstrasse 21, 3027 Bern
You can make this contribution
- Builders bear overall responsibility, from the selection procedure to the project planning and implementation up to the handover to our customers (SIA phases 22-53)
- Define project goals and risks, define basic principles (schedule planning, processing models, process steps) and lead interdisciplinary project organizations
- Planning, application and control of human and financial resources as well as legally compliant management of project loans in accordance with the Financial Budget Act
- Ensuring effective cooperation with users, operators, planners, entrepreneurs and specialist consultants in the interest of the Bauherr Bund
- Implementation of procurement procedures in accordance with public procurement law BoeB/VoeB as well as ensuring effective project-related quality management and controlling
This makes them unique.
- Recognised degree as architect, civil engineer or equivalent training in construction
- Several years of experience in the overall management of complex construction projects, preferably with experience in the client representation
- Proven competence in integral project management (quality, costs, deadlines), knowledge in public procurement (BoeB/VoeB)
- Strong leadership competence, goal- and solution-oriented thinking and acting as well as business understanding
- High level of networking competence and skilful expression
- Good active knowledge of at least two official languages
We offer this
- Working for Switzerland: We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population.
- Living diversity: Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our skills and bring in different perspectives.
- Healthy at work: We support and advise our employees in the field of physical and mental health.
Application questions
Renate Brown HR Business Partner +41 58 46 38084
Fascinating construction projects and tasks are waiting for your ability!
Building, procuring, moving, consulting – that is the DNA of the BBL. Every day we are happy to do our best for Switzerland, politics and the federal administration. Together, we ensure that all 43,000 federal employees can do their work and not only shape their cooperation, but also set new standards for sustainability.
Additional information
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Questions about this listing
What salary does Confederazione Svizzera offer for this role?
Confederazione Svizzera lists CHF 68'500 - 104'000 gross per year for this position in Bern. This is the salary published in the original listing — 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 Confederazione Svizzera offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Confederazione Svizzera during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Bern?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Bern's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Bern's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Confederazione Svizzera?
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