HYDRO Exploitation SA is an important service provider, particularly active in the operation and maintenance of power generation plants. We bring together all the necessary expertise under one roof, from maintenance personnel to engineering.

We operate and maintain a plant portfolio with more than 40 hydropower plants. Their installed capacity corresponds to approximately 22% of the hydropower capacity available in Switzerland (25% including the pumping stations). Together, the plants we operate generate about 16% of the hydropower electricity in Switzerland.

Thanks to our unique expertise, we offer our customers services with high added value, which satisfy their diverse needs as well as their high quality requirements. Our range of services is aimed at electricity companies, public institutions, transport companies, and industry. We mainly operate in Switzerland but occasionally carry out assignments abroad.

Project Manager & General Director for Construction

Workplace : Hybrid

Your mission :

We are looking for a Project Manager & Senior Construction Manager who can manage and lead technical, multidisciplinary large-scale projects within the framework of the revision and renewal of hydropower plants.

Your tasks :

• Ensure the organisation, planning and supervision of studies and works while guaranteeing compliance with costs, deadlines and quality standards
• Identify deviations (in costs, deadlines and quality) and take the necessary corrective measures
• Organise and coordinate the deployment of personnel and technical resources
• Organise and supervise the procurement of third-party services
• Lead and coordinate the various project participants ensuring efficient communication
• Ensure the exchange of information with customers
• Ensure risk management and monitoring of control measures
• Contribute to the preparation of offers and amendments

Your skills :

• FH/ETH engineer, preferably in electrical engineering, automation or mechanical engineering
• Completed further training as a project manager, solid professional experience in managing multidisciplinary large-scale projects
• Experience related to the operation of hydropower plants or in the field of industrial plants is desirable
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Native German or French speaker with very good knowledge of the second language. English skills are required

We are one of the leading companies in our field on the market and offer you excellent employment conditions, training opportunities and a motivating working atmosphere.

If you are interested in this challenge, please submit your complete application documents (cover letter, CV, diplomas, work certificates) via our online portal. Deadline: 3 August 2026. For further information, the HR team will be happy to assist you: jobs@hydro.ch