CSA Construction Manager

CSA Construction Manager – Schaffhausen, Switzerland

We are seeking an experienced CSA Construction Manager / Superintendent to lead our high‑impact life science and data center projects in the Schaffhausen area.

• Oversee on‑site delivery of all CSA works while ensuring compliance with occupational safety regulations and promoting a strong safety culture.
• Manage CSA work sequencing, look‑ahead planning, schedule performance, progress reporting, risks, and corrective actions.
• Lead sub‑contractor CSA site teams—including supervisors, engineers, package managers, and trade partners across civil, structural, architectural, façade, fit‑out, and building envelope scopes.
• Ensure implementation of project quality plans through inspections, benchmarking, QA/QC processes, defect management, and compliance with local standards and regulations.
• Coordinate CSA interfaces with design, procurement, MEP, commissioning, and client teams to ensure constructability, correct sequencing, and timely resolution of issues.
• Manage building acceptance, handover, and close‑out procedures with local authorities and the client, ensuring all inspections, documentation, QA records, safety files, and punch lists are completed.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a construction‑related field. Alternatively, a technical career through an apprenticeship in construction.
• Field
  
  Experience:
  
  At least 10 years of experience in a similar role on large‑scale construction projects.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of project management software, scheduling software (P6), preferably BIM software (ACC, Navisworks, or similar), Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with local regulations and industry norms.
• Language: Fluency in German and English.
• Work Style: Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills; strong work ethic and passion for construction; proactive, hands‑on approach with the ability to maintain a project overview while managing technical details; effective teamwork, clear communication, and collaboration with all stakeholders.

• Dynamic, international environment with a flat hierarchy that fosters personal and professional growth.
• Permanent contract with a competitive salary package.
• 30 days of paid vacation per calendar year.
• Contributory support toward gym membership, transportation costs, and a health insurance plan.
• A yearly development budget of up to 4,000
  
  CHF after the first year.
• Dedicated support for wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program.

DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.