Senior Consultant – Asset Management Systems (m/f/d) – Zürich/Basel (100%)

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AFRY seeks a Senior Consultant Asset Management Systems in Zürich/Basel onsite to lead infrastructure projects at the data interface. You will structure analyses, prepare client materials, support proposals, assess maintenance and renewal planning, apply AFRY asset-management methodologies, run workshops, and translate results into clear recommendations while contributing to our software and digital tools. Ideal candidates have a degree in engineering or related field with 4–8 years in consulting or asset management, solid communication and stakeholder skills, knowledge of asset management concepts (ISO 55000 a plus), and fluency in German and English with willingness to travel. Tips: tailor your CV to show leadership and outcomes; apply online and highlight collaboration.

Company Description

AFRY is a leading European engineering, design and consulting services company with a global presence. As a company, we are driving the transition to a more sustainable society. We are a team of 18,000 dedicated experts in the fields of infrastructure, industry, energy and digitalisation, creating sustainable solutions for future generations.

Unlocking transition.

In alignment with AFRY’s strategy to accelerate sustainability, strengthen digital capabilities and safeguard critical infrastructure, our Asset Management Systems team operates at the interface between data, technology and asset-intensive portfolios.

We focus on rail, energy and other critical infrastructure sectors, where resilient, efficient and future-proof asset management is essential.

We are a hybrid consulting and digital solutions team focused on infrastructure asset management, decision-support systems and strategic advisory. We help infrastructure owners and operators develop data-driven strategies for complex asset portfolios, delivering integrated solutions from asset management assessments and portfolio condition evaluations to long term maintenance, renewal and investment planning.

A core part of our offering is an asset-management software suite deployed by infrastructure managers across Europe, supporting condition evaluation, resilience simulations, deterioration modelling, lifecycle cost forecasting, scenario-based CAPEX/OPEX planning, backlog management, benchmarking and advanced asset prioritisation.

Job Description

If you are passionate about infrastructure, consulting and helping clients make better long term investment decisions, we invite you to take on responsibility with us as:

Senior Consultant – Asset Management Systems (m/f/d) 

YOUR TASKS:
We are looking for strong competencies in a selection of these areas; no candidate is expected to meet every requirement.

• Lead individual project workstreams and independently structure analyses, approaches and client deliverables
• Prepare and deliver high-quality client presentations, management reports, workshops and executive decision-making materials
• Support the preparation of proposals, tenders, business cases and commercial opportunities across rail, energy and critical infrastructure sectors
• Conduct strategic and technical analyses related to infrastructure asset management, maintenance strategies, renewal planning and investment prioritisation
• Apply AFRY asset-management methodologies, frameworks and digital tools within client organisations
• Facilitate client workshops, interviews and stakeholder discussions, translating client requirements into actionable solutions
• Translate complex technical, operational and analytical findings into clear recommendations for senior management and decision-makers
• Contribute to the development of our asset-management software suite and digital solutions by identifying client needs and supporting implementation activities
• Support quantitative modelling, forecasting and scenario analysis related to asset condition, resilience, lifecycle costs and investment planning
• Coach and support junior consultants and analysts as part of project delivery teams
• Build trusted relationships with clients and contribute to the growth of AFRY’s Asset Management Systems business

You will have the opportunity to join AFRY trainee events and learning programmes across Europe and Scandinavia and collaborate with colleagues from multiple countries. In the short term, you will work on projects across Europe, in the long term, you will have the opportunity to work on international projects

YOUR PROFILE:
We are looking for strong competencies in a selection of these areas; no candidate is expected to meet every requirement.

• University degree in engineering, economics, business administration, applied mathematics, data science, physics, computer science or a related discipline
• 4–8 years of professional experience in management consulting, infrastructure, asset management, engineering, analytics or related industries
• Experience preparing and delivering client presentations, leading workshops and developing proposals and strategic recommendations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to structure complex topics and communicate them clearly
• Experience managing workstreams and coordinating stakeholders in multidisciplinary project environments
• Understanding of infrastructure sectors such as rail, energy, utilities or other asset-intensive industries
• Knowledge of asset management, lifecycle planning, maintenance strategies or infrastructure investment decision-making
• Experience with data analysis, quantitative modelling or digital solutions is advantageous
• Familiarity with asset-management frameworks and standards such as ISO 55000 is advantageous
• Business development experience, including proposal writing, tender support and client engagement, is highly desirable
• Strong communication and presentation skills with confidence interacting with senior stakeholders
• Fluent German and English; additional languages are an advantage
• Open, entrepreneurial and solution-oriented mindset with willingness to travel when required

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YOUR OPPORTUNITIES:

• Work at leading infrastructure asset management, combining consulting, digital solutions and domain expertise
• Take ownership of client-facing workstreams with significant responsibility and visibility
• Contribute to strategic projects across rail, energy and critical infrastructure sectors throughout Europe
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of consultants, engineers, software developers and data scientists
• Shape the development of innovative asset-management methodologies and digital solutions
• Join a dynamic, international and fast-growing team with strong growth ambitions and a clear mandate for sustainability and value creation

Additional Information

Our central office is based in Zürich/Basel, offering flexibility for self-organization. We look forward to receiving your online application.

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.