Project Manager Facility

Manage and coordinate new construction and renovation projects at the Haag site. Develop, plan, and lead construction projects, including site management, cost planning, budgeting, and project controlling. Design and advance HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and sanitation) projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders. Prepare conceptual designs and coordinate project planning with external engineering and design consultants. Support building permit applications and approval processes in cooperation with external planning offices. Develop and maintain construction schedules while aligning project activities with ongoing site operations and project objectives. Coordinate multidisciplinary project activities across construction, HVAC, electrical, building automation (MSR), cleanroom, and fire protection disciplines. Manage tendering processes and support contract awards in collaboration with the central procurement team. Oversee construction execution, ensuring compliance with quality, budget, and schedule requirements. Coordinate project acceptance activities, manage defect resolution, and ensure successful handover to end users. Participate in the on-call rotation team for technical alarms and emergency situations.

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We are guided by our passions: integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT. Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.

• Completed technical education in a relevant field such as Installation Engineering, HVAC Planning, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable discipline.

• Proficiency in German and English, both written and spoken.

• Further education or professional development in Building Services Engineering, Building Technology, or a related field.

• Several years of professional experience in building services, construction, infrastructure, or project management environments.

• Experience planning, coordinating, and delivering technical construction or infrastructure projects.

• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills, with an interest in developing and implementing new solutions.

• Demonstrated negotiation skills, sound judgment, and the ability to influence project outcomes effectively.

• Structured, organized, and results-oriented approach to work.

• Flexibility, adaptability, and openness to new challenges and experiences.

• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and customer-oriented mindset.