Company Description

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world’s largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter – fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.

Job Description

Introduction

Are you an experienced and motivated Civil Engineering Technician, with a passion for construction sites? Do you thrive on delivering high-quality results across a wide range of projects in collaboration with highly skilled technicians? If so, join an agile and dynamic team of talented civil engineers and technicians within the most unique particle physics laboratory in the world: CERN. Take part! You will join the Civil Engineering Section (CE), within the Site Asset Management (SAM) Group, in charge of the operation, maintenance, design, tendering and execution of buildings and infrastructure.

Functions

As Civil Engineering Technician, you will:

• Collect, prioritize and process work requests from users and managers.
• Contribute to defining technical proposals based on user requirements for constructions projects, modifications and renovation, mainly focused on interior works.
• Draw up technical specifications and all relevant documents for quotations by external contractors.
• Monitor works, including cost, quality, schedule, and safety, ensuring compliance until final acceptance by users.
• Coordinate with other CERN services for electrical, plumbing, heating works, etc.
• Act as contract manager for the wooden carpentry and sanitary facilities renovations frame contracts, overseeing budget, quality, schedule and safety control.
• Utilize other service and frame contracts (civil works, painting, roofing, metallic structure, etc.)
• Periodically report on and document your activities.

Qualifications

Higher technical diploma or equivalent relevant experience in the field of civil engineering or a related field.

Experience:

The experience required for this post is:

• Demonstrated civil engineering experience in the execution and/or supervision of interior works.
• Extensive experience in the maintenance and operation of buildings or civil engineering infrastructures.
• Proven experience in coordinating multi-technical trades.

The following will be considered an asset:

• Experience in large sites in the industrial and/or scientific environments.
• Experience in renovation of sanitary facilities.
• Experience in concrete/steel structure works.

Technical competencies:

• Knowledge of building construction, consolidation and renovation.
• Maintenance management.
• Negotiating with external suppliers and service contract providers.
• Cost control.
• Use of office software packages: excel, MS Project.

Behavioural competencies:

• Managing Self: taking initiative beyond regular tasks and making things happen.
• Achieving Results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
• Demonstrating Flexibility: readily accepting new tasks or work/projects; adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.
• Communicating Effectively: utilising effective negotiation techniques to achieve long-term results acceptable to all parties involved.
• Working in Teams: working well in groups and readily fitting into a team; participating fully and taking an active role in team activities.

Language skills:

Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN’s mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 20.04.2025 at 23:59 CEST.

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (3 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

This position involves:

• Work in Radiation Areas.
• Interventions in underground installations.
• A valid driving licence.

Job grade: 3-4

Job reference: SCE-SAM-CE-2025-48-LD

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