Headof Architecture — Stadt Zürich
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
Full description
For the management of the Department of Architecture we are looking for a committed leader as of 1 February 2027 or by agreement.
- You lead the department of architecture in terms of personnel and expertise, including budget and cost responsibility.
- They are responsible for architectural consulting, consultation and recursion.
- They ensure best practice in architectural consulting and continuously develop it further.
- They integrate and implement new requirements for projects and processes in architectural consulting and consultation.
- They advise building owners and planners on procedures.
- They connect topics of architecture with topics of other departments and service departments and coordinate joint processes, tasks and projects.
- They accompany private and municipal competitions, feasibility studies and test planning in the AfS (e.g. program development, jury seat) in coordination with other specialist areas.
- They represent the AfS in commissions and expert committees within and outside the city administration.
- They are responsible for the management of the Baukollegium.
- Completed University of Applied Sciences or University Studies in Architecture (Master's degree)
- Several years of management experience, ideally with additional training (post-graduate studies, management training)
- Several years of professional experience as well as proven knowledge and sound judgment in urban, urban and architectural matters
- Sound project management experience in an administration or in larger architectural offices
- High integration capability and solution orientation within cross-disciplinary teams
- Interdisciplinary, networked thinking
- High performance competence and communication skills inside and outside
- Winning, proactive, team-ready, solution-oriented and resilient personality
You can expect a demanding and versatile job in a dynamic and collegial team. We value good cooperation: trust and the recognition of good performance are important to us. We create an environment for new ideas and independent work. Attractive employment and training conditions as well as a centrally located workplace near the central station are further advantages. With the title “Family AND Occupation”, we promote the compatibility of family and work as well as equal opportunities for women and men.
Zurich’s future, that is what we are committed to.
The Office for Urban Development (AfS) develops the foundations for Zurich’s future in terms of construction, develops urban development strategies and projects for spatial development and coordinates plans for a liveable, urban city. We are creating the conditions for Zurich to change and grow. High urban and architectural quality is our goal.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Stadt Zürich offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Zürich is CHF 113'500 - 172'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Stadt Zürich. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into 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 Stadt Zürich offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
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 Zürich's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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