Chiffreur / Cost Estimator – Building Technology (HVAC)

  • Vaud, Switzerland
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

As a Chiffreur, you will be responsible for preparing technical and financial estimates for building technology projects. You will manage project files from initial analysis through to quotation submission.

Your responsibilities include:

  • Conducting technical studies and reviewing project documentation

  • Requesting and analyzing supplier quotations

  • Performing cost calculations and preparing detailed estimates

  • Collaborating closely with HVAC and solar project managers for smooth project handover

  • Managing authorization requests and subsidy applications at municipal, cantonal, and federal levels

  • Traveling to construction sites across French-speaking Switzerland when required

Required Profile

  • Federal Certificate of Capacity (CFC) in commercial employment or a technical building trade

  • 3–5 years of experience as a Chiffreur or in a similar estimating role within the building technology sector

  • Professional experience in Switzerland

  • Technical knowledge in plumbing and/or heating systems (strong asset)

  • Native French speaker or excellent command of French

  • Proficiency in standard office tools; knowledge of Abacus is a strong advantage

  • Organized, autonomous, detail-oriented, and solution-driven

  • Able to handle urgent situations professionally

Whats Offered

  • Stable and structured work environment

  • Collaborative, human-sized team

  • Diverse and meaningful technical projects

  • Career growth opportunities

  • Employee benefits platform

  • Preferential company share purchase opportunities

  • 13th-month salary