Architect Project Manager

Ref 2583878 | Date: 8 Oct 2026

EPFL

EPFL, l'École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and is ranked in the global top 20 of many academic rankings. EPFL has more than 6'500 staff members who bring to life the three main missions of the School: education, research, and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17'000 people, including nearly 12'500 students and 4'000 researchers from more than 120 different nationalities.

architect project

Mission

Real estate assets and infrastructure are under the responsibility of the construction service within the Domaine du Développement et des Constructions (VPO-DC). This department strives to maintain functional value through construction and transformation projects to meet the specific needs of the EPFL community members.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Assistance to the head of department in the management of major real estate and infrastructure works
• Study of projects and preparation of supporting and administrative documents
• Presentation of files, and application of decisions made by decision-making bodies
• Coordination of external stakeholders, monitoring and management of planning phases
• Establishment and monitoring of competitive bidding according to current procedures
• Implementation of subcontracting contracts, and coordination of their application
• Monitoring of planning (deadlines, financing, realization), and proposal of corrective measures
• Permanent optimization and simplification of implemented procedures

Profile

• EPF architect training, or training deemed equivalent
• Proven experience in project management
• Good knowledge of construction law
• Attraction to rigorous technical and economic management of files
• Ability to anticipate, analyze, and quickly resolve management procedures
• Taste for teamwork, dynamism, versatility, sense of initiative, and skills in communication and multidisciplinary coordination
• Flexibility and personality open to change
• Good knowledge of project management IT tools
• Writing skills
• Mastery of English (level B2), knowledge of German is an asset

We offer

• A friendly and stimulating working atmosphere
• A high-quality working environment
• The opportunity for our employees to be involved in demanding and varied projects
• All the social benefits of a large company

Information

Start date: to be agreed

Occupancy rate: 100%

Contract type: CDI

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