We want to make an impact. That’s
why we focus our thoughts and actions
on driving forward your priorities and
projects to a successful conclusion.
Company —
a passion for performance
Naef & Partner Group developed from the need of private investors to secure proven client representative and development expertise for their existing real estate portfolios and new construction projects.
Since then, we have assisted and supported family offices, individuals, construction cooperatives, foundations, institutional investors, corporate real estate owners and the public sector as a trusted real estate client representative, service developer, construction manager and advisor. We are independent and exclusively represent the interests of our clients.
We focus on the performance of the real estate entrusted to us. We employ our experience, expertise and professionalism to actively manage portfolios and real estate projects across their entire lifecycle. This enables us to generate sustainable cash flows and long-term value growth for our clients.
Personalities —
committed to you
and your real estate
Matthias Alber
Partner
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Partner
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Matthias Alber has extensive experience in advising discerning owners and users of real estate. He is well versed in real estate and site development, national and international procurement and individual management consulting.
As a real estate developer for third-party mandates at Halter AG Immobilien and in his consulting activities at RESO Partners AG, Matthias Alber was responsible for management of a wide range of client segments from real estate funds to high net worth individuals and international industrial enterprises. His previous professional activities include roles in a real estate fund and a bank.
His professional training covers a broad spectrum in the fields of real estate, construction engineering and finance. Matthias Alber recently completed a Master’s in finance at the University of Zurich. He also holds an MBA in international real estate management from Biberach University of Applied Sciences and a Bachelor of Science from Albstadt-Sigmaringen University. His initial studies gained him a banking qualification (IHK).
As a real estate developer for third-party mandates at Halter AG Immobilien and in his consulting activities at RESO Partners AG, Matthias Alber was responsible for management of a wide range of client segments from real estate funds to high net worth individuals and international industrial enterprises. His previous professional activities include roles in a real estate fund and a bank.
His professional training covers a broad spectrum in the fields of real estate, construction engineering and finance. Matthias Alber recently completed a Master’s in finance at the University of Zurich. He also holds an MBA in international real estate management from Biberach University of Applied Sciences and a Bachelor of Science from Albstadt-Sigmaringen University. His initial studies gained him a banking qualification (IHK).
Urs Albrecht
Senior Project Manager
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Senior Project Manager
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Urs Albrecht has extensive experience in the areas of property development and client representation. He carries out general management and consulting work for private investors and the public sector.
Urs learned the ins and outs of the real estate industry as a long-standing employee of Halter AG, where he was responsible for in-house developments and third-party mandates. Prior to that, he held an international role in the aviation industry and worked as a project manager for an architecture firm. He has in-depth knowledge of operator-run properties, especially for care homes and hotels.
Urs has a degree in architecture from ETH Zurich and a post-graduate business degree from the PHW Business School Bern.
Urs learned the ins and outs of the real estate industry as a long-standing employee of Halter AG, where he was responsible for in-house developments and third-party mandates. Prior to that, he held an international role in the aviation industry and worked as a project manager for an architecture firm. He has in-depth knowledge of operator-run properties, especially for care homes and hotels.
Urs has a degree in architecture from ETH Zurich and a post-graduate business degree from the PHW Business School Bern.
Roman Beer
Partner
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Partner
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Roman Beer has an extensive background in consulting as well as managing project and area developments. When it comes to real estate and urban planning, he is fascinated by the interaction between economic, social and environmental factors that together need to meet a variety of demands.
At Halter AG, he was a development project manager for various plot and real estate developments and was responsible for initiating new project ideas in business development. During his studies and immediately after receiving his master’s degree, Roman Beer held positions in spatial development and construction law consulting at Flury Planer + Ingenieure and SWR Infra AG.
He studied economic geography as well as spatial and landscape development at the University of Zurich and ETH Zurich. In his master’s thesis on spatial development in the Limmat Valley, he analysed the goals and contributions of three large-scale urban development projects.
Roman Beer is married and the father of a son.
At Halter AG, he was a development project manager for various plot and real estate developments and was responsible for initiating new project ideas in business development. During his studies and immediately after receiving his master’s degree, Roman Beer held positions in spatial development and construction law consulting at Flury Planer + Ingenieure and SWR Infra AG.
He studied economic geography as well as spatial and landscape development at the University of Zurich and ETH Zurich. In his master’s thesis on spatial development in the Limmat Valley, he analysed the goals and contributions of three large-scale urban development projects.
Roman Beer is married and the father of a son.
Marilena Berger
Office Manager
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Office Manager
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Marilena Berger has extensive and varied experience in office management, which she has gained in a range of industries, including real estate and construction. In her roles as an executive assistant and an assistant to the CEO, she was responsible for organisation, administration and processes and developed her professional expertise on an ongoing basis.
In her time at Halter Immobilien, she developed her knowledge of property services before broadening her expertise at a real estate fund abroad. A spell as an assistant to the CEO at Eberhard Bau AG gave her valuable insights into the construction industry. These experiences enabled her to develop a solid understanding of processes in these areas and the ability to manage complex tasks efficiently.
After completing her commercial training with a secondary-school leaving certificate, Marilena Berger continued to specialise and successfully completed further training as a management assistant.
In her time at Halter Immobilien, she developed her knowledge of property services before broadening her expertise at a real estate fund abroad. A spell as an assistant to the CEO at Eberhard Bau AG gave her valuable insights into the construction industry. These experiences enabled her to develop a solid understanding of processes in these areas and the ability to manage complex tasks efficiently.
After completing her commercial training with a secondary-school leaving certificate, Marilena Berger continued to specialise and successfully completed further training as a management assistant.
Stéphanie Chanson
Project Manager
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Project Manager
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Stéphanie Chanson has extensive practical experience in the implementation of a wide range of construction projects, including hotel, laboratory and residential developments. Her goal-oriented, motivating and reliable manner make her a valued project manager.
In her time as a planning and construction manager at Halter AG, Stéphanie Chanson assisted institutional, public and private project owners at all stages, from the digital planning application to the finished development. Her duties included providing support during the tender phase, coordinating planners and business owners, monitoring schedules and costs and handling quality management – always with the aim of ensuring a financially successful, high-quality project. She previously completed an 18-month traineeship programme at Halter AG, during which she gained valuable experience in the world of property across various departments.
Following her secondary-school education, Stéphanie Chanson obtained a bachelor’s degree in architecture from ETH Zurich. She also obtained a master’s degree in spatial development and infrastructure systems from ETH Zurich in 2018 and completed an internship in property development.
In her time as a planning and construction manager at Halter AG, Stéphanie Chanson assisted institutional, public and private project owners at all stages, from the digital planning application to the finished development. Her duties included providing support during the tender phase, coordinating planners and business owners, monitoring schedules and costs and handling quality management – always with the aim of ensuring a financially successful, high-quality project. She previously completed an 18-month traineeship programme at Halter AG, during which she gained valuable experience in the world of property across various departments.
Following her secondary-school education, Stéphanie Chanson obtained a bachelor’s degree in architecture from ETH Zurich. She also obtained a master’s degree in spatial development and infrastructure systems from ETH Zurich in 2018 and completed an internship in property development.
Gerald Frick
Senior Project Manager
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Senior Project Manager
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Gerald Frick has many years of well-rounded experience in the fields of work preparation, execution planning, building construction, controlling and risk management. One of his main strengths is his thorough and systematic way of working.
He previously worked at Implenia Schweiz AG for almost 14 years, handling a large number of projects as a construction manager, planning manager, overall project manager, risk manager, and most recently as a contract manager. Prior to that, he was employed as a construction manager at an architecture firm.
He is also a lecturer of construction realisation at ZHAW in Winterthur (School of Architecture, Design and Civil Engineering) at bachelor level.
Gerald Frick holds an Executive MBA from the Private Hochschule Wirtschaft (PHW) in St. Gallen and Zurich. He previously successfully completed vocational training as a federally certified structural engineer (Eidg. Dipl. Hochbautechniker HF) in Winterthur.
He previously worked at Implenia Schweiz AG for almost 14 years, handling a large number of projects as a construction manager, planning manager, overall project manager, risk manager, and most recently as a contract manager. Prior to that, he was employed as a construction manager at an architecture firm.
He is also a lecturer of construction realisation at ZHAW in Winterthur (School of Architecture, Design and Civil Engineering) at bachelor level.
Gerald Frick holds an Executive MBA from the Private Hochschule Wirtschaft (PHW) in St. Gallen and Zurich. He previously successfully completed vocational training as a federally certified structural engineer (Eidg. Dipl. Hochbautechniker HF) in Winterthur.
Jörg Füglistaller
Senior Project Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 53
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Senior Project Manager
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Jörg Füglistaller has considerable and wide-ranging experience in the fields of building condition surveys, construction project planning, execution planning, construction implementation, schedule and cost control as well as client consulting. He is passionate about developing optimum strategies for repairing and upgrading existing buildings.
In his previous roles in the FM, management and construction sector, he gained experience in particular as lead project and construction manager for conversion, renovation and new-build projects, as a specialist consultant for building and portfolio management, and as a consultant for energy-efficient renovations and replacement buildings from the concept phase onwards.
He first qualified as a structural drafter, before moving on to successfully train as a state-certified structural engineer (Eidg. Dipl. Hochbautechniker HF). He subsequently completed his training with a CAS in ‘Strategic Building Upgrades’ from HSLU and a CAS in ‘Purchasing Competency’ from the ZHAW.
One of his key interests is building attractive, quality homes that are affordable to a wide section of the population while still generating reasonable returns.
Jörg Füglistaller lives with his partner and their two children.
In his previous roles in the FM, management and construction sector, he gained experience in particular as lead project and construction manager for conversion, renovation and new-build projects, as a specialist consultant for building and portfolio management, and as a consultant for energy-efficient renovations and replacement buildings from the concept phase onwards.
He first qualified as a structural drafter, before moving on to successfully train as a state-certified structural engineer (Eidg. Dipl. Hochbautechniker HF). He subsequently completed his training with a CAS in ‘Strategic Building Upgrades’ from HSLU and a CAS in ‘Purchasing Competency’ from the ZHAW.
One of his key interests is building attractive, quality homes that are affordable to a wide section of the population while still generating reasonable returns.
Jörg Füglistaller lives with his partner and their two children.
Felix Hegetschweiler
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Over the past 40 years, Felix Hegetschweiler has gained outstanding expertise in the development and implementation of complex new-build and conversion projects. His extensive leadership qualities and strong business sense mark him out as a natural entrepreneur.
He began his career at Göhner Merkur AG as a construction economist. After several years at Halter Generalunternehmung AG, he spent a decade at HRS Real Estate AG, eventually becoming co-owner and COO. He returned to Halter AG in 2011, reorganising the general contractor and leading its full-service division, as well as the subsequently established renovations division. When he departs Halter AG at the end of 2020, Felix Hegetschweiler will focus on further expanding his investments and partnerships in full-service providers/project development, real estate and building maintenance.
After attending evening classes at the Zurich University of Technical Studies while working, he completed postgraduate studies at the Kaderschule St. Gallen, qualifying as an industrial engineer (STV) specialising in business management.
Felix Hegetschweiler is married and the father of two adult children.
He began his career at Göhner Merkur AG as a construction economist. After several years at Halter Generalunternehmung AG, he spent a decade at HRS Real Estate AG, eventually becoming co-owner and COO. He returned to Halter AG in 2011, reorganising the general contractor and leading its full-service division, as well as the subsequently established renovations division. When he departs Halter AG at the end of 2020, Felix Hegetschweiler will focus on further expanding his investments and partnerships in full-service providers/project development, real estate and building maintenance.
After attending evening classes at the Zurich University of Technical Studies while working, he completed postgraduate studies at the Kaderschule St. Gallen, qualifying as an industrial engineer (STV) specialising in business management.
Felix Hegetschweiler is married and the father of two adult children.
Misko Heimann
Construction Manager
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Construction Manager
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Misko Heimann has extensive expertise in the construction and property sector. Thanks to his many years of experience and his solution-focused approach, he is a skilled and highly valued partner for construction management and project management.
As construction manager at Gähler und Partner AG, Mr Heimann was responsible for the complete supervision and execution of various construction projects over several years and broadened his expertise in project management. He then expanded his specialist knowledge at Wincasa AG, where he worked in project management and property management. While there, he successfully coordinated and managed projects for private and institutional clients, adding the benefit of his previous experience.
After training as a structural draughtsman for the civil engineering sector, which gave him a deep technical understanding, Mr Heimann gained valuable practical experience on construction sites. This gave him an in-depth understanding of the technical details, processes and challenges of construction practice and how to handle them efficiently.
As construction manager at Gähler und Partner AG, Mr Heimann was responsible for the complete supervision and execution of various construction projects over several years and broadened his expertise in project management. He then expanded his specialist knowledge at Wincasa AG, where he worked in project management and property management. While there, he successfully coordinated and managed projects for private and institutional clients, adding the benefit of his previous experience.
After training as a structural draughtsman for the civil engineering sector, which gave him a deep technical understanding, Mr Heimann gained valuable practical experience on construction sites. This gave him an in-depth understanding of the technical details, processes and challenges of construction practice and how to handle them efficiently.
Janick Himmler
Construction Manager
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Construction Manager
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Janick Himmler contributes a combination of technical expertise in construction planning and a remarkable ability to work effectively as part of a team. His commitment and strong communication skills help to ensure that projects are successfully completed and client expectations are met.
In his previous role at Schillig Architekten, he tapped into his experience and specialist knowledge of construction planning in a number of areas. He took full charge of a number of projects – from pre-project planning to final invoicing. In this role, he worked for both private clients and institutional investors and demonstrated his skill as a construction and project manager.
Janick Himmler began his career with in-depth training as a draftsman specialising in architecture. He then built on his qualifications with further training to become a technician trained in construction planning with a specialism in architecture at the IBZ professional education institution for technology and management in Zurich.
In his previous role at Schillig Architekten, he tapped into his experience and specialist knowledge of construction planning in a number of areas. He took full charge of a number of projects – from pre-project planning to final invoicing. In this role, he worked for both private clients and institutional investors and demonstrated his skill as a construction and project manager.
Janick Himmler began his career with in-depth training as a draftsman specialising in architecture. He then built on his qualifications with further training to become a technician trained in construction planning with a specialism in architecture at the IBZ professional education institution for technology and management in Zurich.
Sandra Kasahara
Senior Project Manager
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Senior Project Manager
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Sandra Kasahara has many years of experience advising private and institutional clients. She has overseen a wide range of different projects, including new constructions and conversions of single-family homes and apartment buildings, and demanding tenant fit-outs in locations such as jewellery stores, bank branches and modern office environments. Her goal is to develop and implement high-quality, aesthetically convincing and cost-conscious custom solutions from the initial idea to completion by means of the targeted optimisation of floor plans and execution-related details.
Sandra Kasahara spent several years at Wild Bär Heule Architekten AG, during which she continuously expanded her expertise in real estate development, execution planning, construction management and project management. As a client representative and team leader at CSL Immobilien AG, she also gained extensive experience in managing interdisciplinary teams and employees.
Sandra Kasahara studied Architecture at ETH Zurich and has expanded her knowledge through a number of further training courses in the property sector.
She is the mother of two teenagers.
Sandra Kasahara spent several years at Wild Bär Heule Architekten AG, during which she continuously expanded her expertise in real estate development, execution planning, construction management and project management. As a client representative and team leader at CSL Immobilien AG, she also gained extensive experience in managing interdisciplinary teams and employees.
Sandra Kasahara studied Architecture at ETH Zurich and has expanded her knowledge through a number of further training courses in the property sector.
She is the mother of two teenagers.
Nora Klinger
Construction Manager
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Construction Manager
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Nora Klinger has been successfully leading renovation and conversion projects for over five years. During her time at Allreal, she implemented complex construction projects during ongoing operations, including conversions of school, industrial kitchen, office and commercial spaces, upgrading building technology, and renovating building shells.
As a high-school competitive swimmer and coach, Nora Klinger developed the resilience and responsibility that help her handle professional challenges with enthusiasm and endurance.
Today, she tackles every project with a fresh perspective, taking an interconnected, interdisciplinary approach. She also challenges those around her with conversations on historical, political and social issues – always with a good helping of humour.
She holds a master’s degree in architecture from ETH Zurich. She spent part of her studies in São Paulo (Brazil), and practised in architecture and art studios in Kyoto (Japan) and Porto (Portugal).
As a high-school competitive swimmer and coach, Nora Klinger developed the resilience and responsibility that help her handle professional challenges with enthusiasm and endurance.
Today, she tackles every project with a fresh perspective, taking an interconnected, interdisciplinary approach. She also challenges those around her with conversations on historical, political and social issues – always with a good helping of humour.
She holds a master’s degree in architecture from ETH Zurich. She spent part of her studies in São Paulo (Brazil), and practised in architecture and art studios in Kyoto (Japan) and Porto (Portugal).
Marc Kobel
Senior Construction Manager
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Senior Construction Manager
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Marc Kobel has enjoyed working in the construction and real estate industry for many years. He has gained a wide range of experience from roles in structural draughtsmanship, site management and project management. He has worked on everything from small single-family housing developments to large residential complexes with more than 150 apartments. Most recently, he was responsible for complex new builds and conversions at WSG AG in Glattbrugg, working on full-service and general contractor mandates.
In addition to his apprenticeship and technical vocational baccalaureate, he completed further studies to become a certified construction management technician and passed the professional examination to become a certified building construction manager. He is currently expanding his knowledge in the field of business administration, with the aim of managing projects even more comprehensively.
He finds balance in the great outdoors – on ski tours, on mountain tours or in endurance sports, on foot or on his bike. Sport, family and friends give him energy, clarity and focus. He always thinks positively, acts in a solution-oriented way and remains ambitious and a team player, even when faced with major challenges.
In addition to his apprenticeship and technical vocational baccalaureate, he completed further studies to become a certified construction management technician and passed the professional examination to become a certified building construction manager. He is currently expanding his knowledge in the field of business administration, with the aim of managing projects even more comprehensively.
He finds balance in the great outdoors – on ski tours, on mountain tours or in endurance sports, on foot or on his bike. Sport, family and friends give him energy, clarity and focus. He always thinks positively, acts in a solution-oriented way and remains ambitious and a team player, even when faced with major challenges.
Vanessa Lolli
Office Assistant
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Office Assistant
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Vanessa Lolli is completing the third year of her commercial training at Naef & Partner. She is a cheerful individual with a thirst for knowledge and a keen interest in organisational and administrative tasks.
Vanessa gained practical experience in various commercial areas during her training at Roland Studer AG. These activities strengthened her organisational skills and fostered her sense of responsibility in her day-to-day work.
Her linguistic abilities (as a native speaker of German and Italian with a good command of English and French) round off her profile and make her a versatile junior manager in the commercial field. Vanessa Lolli attends vocational school in Uster.
In her free time, Vanessa enjoys salsa dancing. Her curiosity, her energy and her drive for both personal and professional development are reflected in her career and in her personal interests alike.
Vanessa gained practical experience in various commercial areas during her training at Roland Studer AG. These activities strengthened her organisational skills and fostered her sense of responsibility in her day-to-day work.
Her linguistic abilities (as a native speaker of German and Italian with a good command of English and French) round off her profile and make her a versatile junior manager in the commercial field. Vanessa Lolli attends vocational school in Uster.
In her free time, Vanessa enjoys salsa dancing. Her curiosity, her energy and her drive for both personal and professional development are reflected in her career and in her personal interests alike.
Ernst Luginbühl
Project Manager
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Project Manager
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Ernst Luginbühl has many years of experience in corporate real estate management and the areas of portfolio management, owner/client representation and managing FM contracts. He stands out for his disciplined, thorough and goal-oriented approach to work.
In his current role as portfolio manager at University Hospital Zurich, he deals mainly with developing real estate, portfolio and property strategies and overseeing feasibility, potential and status analyses. He previously worked at a leading FM provider as property manager and deputy team leader for various contracts (e.g. Landquart Fashion Outlet and Prime Tower, including annexe buildings).
Following his training to become an electrician, Ernst Luginbühl completed a bachelor’s degree in facility management at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). After that came a Master of Business Administration with a focus on healthcare economics and healthcare management. The successful completion of his training to become a federally certified property trustee rounds off his profile.
In his current role as portfolio manager at University Hospital Zurich, he deals mainly with developing real estate, portfolio and property strategies and overseeing feasibility, potential and status analyses. He previously worked at a leading FM provider as property manager and deputy team leader for various contracts (e.g. Landquart Fashion Outlet and Prime Tower, including annexe buildings).
Following his training to become an electrician, Ernst Luginbühl completed a bachelor’s degree in facility management at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). After that came a Master of Business Administration with a focus on healthcare economics and healthcare management. The successful completion of his training to become a federally certified property trustee rounds off his profile.
David Naef
Partner
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Partner
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David Naef has an extensive track record in project development, client advisory and transaction management. He possesses a flair for conceptual tasks and demanding processes.
In his previous position as Managing Director of Halter AG Immobilien, David Naef was responsible for a broad range of real estate services in the areas of development, strategic facility management, marketing and property management. Before that, he was head of project development at Halter AG and project developer at Steiner AG.
David Naef holds an Executive MBA from the University of Zurich and a degree from ETH Zurich in environmental engineering, with a specialisation in spatial and environmental planning. His range of skills has been further enhanced by in-depth training in coaching and supervision.
David Naef is married and the father of four children.
In his previous position as Managing Director of Halter AG Immobilien, David Naef was responsible for a broad range of real estate services in the areas of development, strategic facility management, marketing and property management. Before that, he was head of project development at Halter AG and project developer at Steiner AG.
David Naef holds an Executive MBA from the University of Zurich and a degree from ETH Zurich in environmental engineering, with a specialisation in spatial and environmental planning. His range of skills has been further enhanced by in-depth training in coaching and supervision.
David Naef is married and the father of four children.
Veronika Oswald
Project Manager
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Project Manager
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Oswald has highly developed skills and practical experience in planning and implementing construction projects for clients in both the public and private sectors. She is particularly keen to ensure that the collaboration between all project participants is mutually rewarding and respectful, and that economic, social and ecological interests are equally served in the real estate sector.
In her role as a project and construction manager at Anderegg Partner AG, Veronika supervised various construction projects in close collaboration with the client and the occupiers, overseeing the entire process – from the feasibility study to the handover of the keys. She was responsible for cost management and scheduling, as well as tendering, procurement, contracting and accounting. Prior to that, she worked in planning and project management at various renowned architectural firms.
After graduating from high school, Veronika studied architecture at the Technical University of Munich. As part of her studies, she completed a semester abroad, at the École nationale supérieure d’architecture de Paris-La Villette, France.
Veronika is married and has two children.
In her role as a project and construction manager at Anderegg Partner AG, Veronika supervised various construction projects in close collaboration with the client and the occupiers, overseeing the entire process – from the feasibility study to the handover of the keys. She was responsible for cost management and scheduling, as well as tendering, procurement, contracting and accounting. Prior to that, she worked in planning and project management at various renowned architectural firms.
After graduating from high school, Veronika studied architecture at the Technical University of Munich. As part of her studies, she completed a semester abroad, at the École nationale supérieure d’architecture de Paris-La Villette, France.
Veronika is married and has two children.
Carlo Palma
Senior Construction Manager
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Senior Construction Manager
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Carlo Palma has many years of experience in planning, executing and managing the construction side of complex renovation projects. His career to date includes a stint at hemmi fayet architekten AG, where he served as the construction manager for multi-year phased projects at Triemli Hospital in Zurich – a highly sensitive environment with strict requirements. In addition, he managed numerous residential and conversion projects within an urban context, always with an eye to budget, scheduling and quality.
His seven years at Gutknecht Jägre GmbH started with a focus on execution and detailed planning but he increasingly shifted towards construction management and project responsibility, a development he was deeply passionate about. A trained draughtsman and architect with a degree from a university of applied sciences, he is a structured, analytical and empathetic project manager. He values solution-oriented collaboration, brings a sense of calm to dynamic situations and communicates clearly and reliably with clients and within his team.
Carlo Palma completed a part-time degree in architecture at ZHAW Zurich and expanded his knowledge through various CAS programmes in the field of sustainable construction with a focus on building physics, fire protection and strategic renovation. Previous language stays in Australia and a sabbatical in South America have broadened his perspective beyond the architectural realm and continue to shape his open-minded, systematic way of thinking to this day.
His seven years at Gutknecht Jägre GmbH started with a focus on execution and detailed planning but he increasingly shifted towards construction management and project responsibility, a development he was deeply passionate about. A trained draughtsman and architect with a degree from a university of applied sciences, he is a structured, analytical and empathetic project manager. He values solution-oriented collaboration, brings a sense of calm to dynamic situations and communicates clearly and reliably with clients and within his team.
Carlo Palma completed a part-time degree in architecture at ZHAW Zurich and expanded his knowledge through various CAS programmes in the field of sustainable construction with a focus on building physics, fire protection and strategic renovation. Previous language stays in Australia and a sabbatical in South America have broadened his perspective beyond the architectural realm and continue to shape his open-minded, systematic way of thinking to this day.
Oskar Pasierbek
Partner
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Partner
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Oskar Pasierbek possesses a high level of capability and practical experience in the realisation of real estate projects for private individuals, cooperatives and the public sector. He is passionate about all aspects of real estate, from planning and building through to renting and selling.
As a construction and project manager at ReBo & Partner AG, he worked closely with clients for several years on various projects, from the groundbreaking ceremony through to handing over the keys. He was also responsible for the tendering, awarding and accounting processes.
After graduating from high school, Mr Pasierbek completed a BA in Architecture at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). During his studies, he worked as an architectural designer at ADP Architekten AG. He completed his postgraduate degree, a Master of Advanced Studies in Real Estate Management, at the University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Zurich (HWZ).
As a construction and project manager at ReBo & Partner AG, he worked closely with clients for several years on various projects, from the groundbreaking ceremony through to handing over the keys. He was also responsible for the tendering, awarding and accounting processes.
After graduating from high school, Mr Pasierbek completed a BA in Architecture at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). During his studies, he worked as an architectural designer at ADP Architekten AG. He completed his postgraduate degree, a Master of Advanced Studies in Real Estate Management, at the University of Applied Sciences in Business Administration Zurich (HWZ).
Roger Ricklin
Partner
T + 41 44 205 55 78
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Partner
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Roger Ricklin has many years of experience in the areas of portfolio and asset management, client consulting and project development. He is passionate about developing and implementing real estate strategies for all types of property.
His previous roles included portfolio management at Halter AG Immobilien and development of real estate strategies for private and institutional investors. Before that, he was a development project manager and client advisor at CSL Immobilien AG and a long-standing team member at an architectural practice.
After completing an apprenticeship as a structural engineering draughtsman, he studied architecture at the University of Applied Sciences of Eastern Switzerland and gained an MAS in real estate management.
Roger Ricklin is married and the father of a son.
His previous roles included portfolio management at Halter AG Immobilien and development of real estate strategies for private and institutional investors. Before that, he was a development project manager and client advisor at CSL Immobilien AG and a long-standing team member at an architectural practice.
After completing an apprenticeship as a structural engineering draughtsman, he studied architecture at the University of Applied Sciences of Eastern Switzerland and gained an MAS in real estate management.
Roger Ricklin is married and the father of a son.
Marcel Scherrer
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Marcel Scherrer has an extensive track record and wealth of experience from his 30 years on the Swiss property market. He is an expert in local real estate markets and the specific requirements of key user groups. He is passionate about design, consultation and implementation for property developments.
As a partner at Wüest Partner, he spent around 20 years as a trusted point of contact for private and institutional clients who built and maintained ambitious property portfolios. At the beginning of his career, he also worked as a planning architect in Switzerland and abroad. Marcel Scherrer has been freelance since early 2020. He now draws on his extensive knowledge to create forward-looking property investments for investors. He is a committed member of various industry associations and federations.
He obtained a Master’s in Architecture from ETH Zurich and EPFL Lausanne. He completed his education with a postgraduate qualification in Construction Project Management at ETH Zurich.
Marcel Scherrer is married and the father of two children.
As a partner at Wüest Partner, he spent around 20 years as a trusted point of contact for private and institutional clients who built and maintained ambitious property portfolios. At the beginning of his career, he also worked as a planning architect in Switzerland and abroad. Marcel Scherrer has been freelance since early 2020. He now draws on his extensive knowledge to create forward-looking property investments for investors. He is a committed member of various industry associations and federations.
He obtained a Master’s in Architecture from ETH Zurich and EPFL Lausanne. He completed his education with a postgraduate qualification in Construction Project Management at ETH Zurich.
Marcel Scherrer is married and the father of two children.
Daniel Sigrist
Project Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 56
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Project Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 56
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Daniel Sigrist has extensive experience in construction management and managing architecture projects. His interest in real estate and construction is based on the complex interplay between the economic, environmental, social and architectural factors involved. The desire to achieve a balance between all these competing demands is at once his motivation and his mission.
He started his career at Studio Burkhardt in Zurich, where he was involved as an architect in winning a competition for the construction of a public school building. During his seven years as a construction manager and supervisor at Baumberger Stegmeier AG and BS+EMI Architektenpartner AG, he obtained comprehensive specialist knowledge during the successful implementation of two cooperative housing developments.
Daniel Sigrist studied architecture at ETH Zurich before going on to obtain an MAS in Real Estate from CUREM, University of Zurich. His passion for real estate and construction is reflected in his extensive specialist expertise, which he continues to expand through his wide-ranging professional and academic experience.
He started his career at Studio Burkhardt in Zurich, where he was involved as an architect in winning a competition for the construction of a public school building. During his seven years as a construction manager and supervisor at Baumberger Stegmeier AG and BS+EMI Architektenpartner AG, he obtained comprehensive specialist knowledge during the successful implementation of two cooperative housing developments.
Daniel Sigrist studied architecture at ETH Zurich before going on to obtain an MAS in Real Estate from CUREM, University of Zurich. His passion for real estate and construction is reflected in his extensive specialist expertise, which he continues to expand through his wide-ranging professional and academic experience.
Martin Sohm
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Lawyer Martin Sohm has worked in property and construction law for over twenty years. His outstanding expertise has seen him named one of the best Swiss attorneys in his field by WHO’S WHO LEGAL. A major focus of his work is project development and real estate transactions. He is passionate about the design and solution-focused execution of contracts as a basis for implementing real estate projects.
He is a partner and co-owner of the Küsnacht-based law firm Reetz Sohm Rechtsanwälte, specialists in property and construction law. He previously spent 12 years practising at a major corporate law firm, five of which were spent as partner. At the start of his legal career, he spent several years as a clerk and chaired the conciliation board for tenancy and leasing matters at Dielsdorf District Court (Zurich). Martin Sohm also lectures in tenancy law on the Property Trusts course offered by the Swiss Real Estate Association (SVIT).
Martin Sohm studied law at the University of Zurich. He was admitted to the bar in the canton of Zurich in 2000. He is also a Certified Specialist SBA in construction and property law.
Martin Sohm is married and the father of two children.
He is a partner and co-owner of the Küsnacht-based law firm Reetz Sohm Rechtsanwälte, specialists in property and construction law. He previously spent 12 years practising at a major corporate law firm, five of which were spent as partner. At the start of his legal career, he spent several years as a clerk and chaired the conciliation board for tenancy and leasing matters at Dielsdorf District Court (Zurich). Martin Sohm also lectures in tenancy law on the Property Trusts course offered by the Swiss Real Estate Association (SVIT).
Martin Sohm studied law at the University of Zurich. He was admitted to the bar in the canton of Zurich in 2000. He is also a Certified Specialist SBA in construction and property law.
Martin Sohm is married and the father of two children.
Romano Speri
Construction Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 82
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Construction Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 82
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Romano Speri possesses a high level of skills and practical experience in carrying out real estate projects for private clients, cooperatives and the public sector.
He acquired his experience as a construction and project manager over several years working at Drees & Sommer Schweiz AG, while his basic training as a sheet metal worker and practical work on construction sites gave him an in-depth understanding of technical details and processes. This combination of project management expertise and craftsmanship has made him especially knowledgeable in his field. He is known for his dedicated work on property projects and his focus on finding solutions, always with a particular emphasis on effective communication between all parties involved.
Romano Speri is currently completing the preparatory course for the Swiss federal examination to become an accredited construction supervisor, thus demonstrating his commitment to ongoing training and professional excellence.
He acquired his experience as a construction and project manager over several years working at Drees & Sommer Schweiz AG, while his basic training as a sheet metal worker and practical work on construction sites gave him an in-depth understanding of technical details and processes. This combination of project management expertise and craftsmanship has made him especially knowledgeable in his field. He is known for his dedicated work on property projects and his focus on finding solutions, always with a particular emphasis on effective communication between all parties involved.
Romano Speri is currently completing the preparatory course for the Swiss federal examination to become an accredited construction supervisor, thus demonstrating his commitment to ongoing training and professional excellence.
Noel Ulrich
Construction Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 89
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Construction Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 89
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Noel Ulrich combines technical expertise with a clear-cut understanding of construction processes. Thanks to his broad experience in organising and executing projects, he now brings wide-ranging specialist knowledge and a practice-focused approach to every task.
Noel Ulrich completed his apprenticeship as a carpenter with a Federal Diploma of Vocational Education and Training at Gräzer Holzbau AG, where he gained extensive practical experience in the field of new builds and conversions. He spent several years in this profession, enabling him to deepen his craftsmanship and develop a broad understanding of construction.
With his successful training as a timber construction foreman, he expanded his technical abilities and took on project management tasks, enabling him to strengthen his process coordination skills and gain valuable experience in the planning and management of construction projects. Noel Ulrich then worked as a construction manager at Lienert & Partner. There, he enhanced his knowledge of construction process management, of the coordination of different trades, and of quality and scheduling monitoring on the construction site.
Noel Ulrich is currently completing an Advanced Federal Diploma of Higher Education in Construction Engineering.
Noel Ulrich completed his apprenticeship as a carpenter with a Federal Diploma of Vocational Education and Training at Gräzer Holzbau AG, where he gained extensive practical experience in the field of new builds and conversions. He spent several years in this profession, enabling him to deepen his craftsmanship and develop a broad understanding of construction.
With his successful training as a timber construction foreman, he expanded his technical abilities and took on project management tasks, enabling him to strengthen his process coordination skills and gain valuable experience in the planning and management of construction projects. Noel Ulrich then worked as a construction manager at Lienert & Partner. There, he enhanced his knowledge of construction process management, of the coordination of different trades, and of quality and scheduling monitoring on the construction site.
Noel Ulrich is currently completing an Advanced Federal Diploma of Higher Education in Construction Engineering.
Martina Wäckerlin
Senior Project Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 58
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Senior Project Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 58
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Martina Wäckerlin has many years of experience of advising property owners and developers and valuing properties. She is passionate about the early phases of project development and devising property strategies. In the process, she attaches great importance to taking a holistic view of a property and giving due consideration to all three aspects of sustainability. She is also committed to creating a high-quality culture within construction.
Having worked at Wüest Partner for several years, Martina Wäckerlin has an in-depth understanding of the property market. She has advised institutional clients, the public sector, foundations and parish organisations on complex issues relating to new-build and conversion projects and the development of property strategies. Prior to this, Martina Wäckerlin worked at various architectural firms, where she was involved in all project phases.
Martina Wäckerlin studied Architecture at ETH Zurich and TU Delft (NL) and has expanded her knowledge through a number of further training courses in the property sector.
She lives with her partner and her two young children.
Having worked at Wüest Partner for several years, Martina Wäckerlin has an in-depth understanding of the property market. She has advised institutional clients, the public sector, foundations and parish organisations on complex issues relating to new-build and conversion projects and the development of property strategies. Prior to this, Martina Wäckerlin worked at various architectural firms, where she was involved in all project phases.
Martina Wäckerlin studied Architecture at ETH Zurich and TU Delft (NL) and has expanded her knowledge through a number of further training courses in the property sector.
She lives with her partner and her two young children.
Karolina Wojtas
Project Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 60
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Project Manager
T + 41 44 208 55 60
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Karolina has extensive experience in planning and implementing complex construction projects. Over the past few years, as a project manager at FREIRAUM Baumanagement AG, she has acquired in-depth knowledge of project management in Switzerland, particularly in budgeting and scheduling, planning management, and client representation for major projects in residential and care construction, administrative buildings and industrial buildings. Extensive insights obtained through supporting various real estate investments have furnished her with an excellent understanding of the Swiss real estate market, its processes and the complex framework conditions involved.
She is qualified as an architect (M.Sc. in Architecture, TU Berlin), with her degree including international study visits to Delft (NL) and Shanghai (CN), and has undergone further training in construction budget planning and real estate investment management. Karolina therefore combines architectural planning, project management and expertise in the real estate industry, putting her in a position to create added value through interdisciplinary collaboration.
With her structured and solution-oriented approach to work, she ensures that even demanding projects are implemented efficiently and successfully. She is motivated by her joy in realising sustainable construction projects that create long-term value. She finds inspiration and balance in sports – including swimming, jogging and tennis – and in interior design.
She is qualified as an architect (M.Sc. in Architecture, TU Berlin), with her degree including international study visits to Delft (NL) and Shanghai (CN), and has undergone further training in construction budget planning and real estate investment management. Karolina therefore combines architectural planning, project management and expertise in the real estate industry, putting her in a position to create added value through interdisciplinary collaboration.
With her structured and solution-oriented approach to work, she ensures that even demanding projects are implemented efficiently and successfully. She is motivated by her joy in realising sustainable construction projects that create long-term value. She finds inspiration and balance in sports – including swimming, jogging and tennis – and in interior design.
Nigel Wollgast
Partner
T + 41 44 208 55 80
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Partner
T + 41 44 208 55 80
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Nigel Wollgast has worked on successful real estate projects for private individuals, cooperatives and the public sector for many years. His passion for the world of real estate is reflected in his interest in complex construction projects and solution-oriented work.
As a construction and project manager at Caretta + Gitz AG, he spent several years overseeing demanding construction projects ranging from planning application to buyer support and handover, with a particular emphasis on effective communication between all parties involved.
Before embarking on his career in real estate, Nigel Wollgast was a professional ice hockey player on various teams, where he honed the passion, perseverance and discipline he brings to his construction projects today.
After his sporting career, he obtained a diploma in construction planning, specialising in architecture, from the Swiss School of Engineering and Management (IBZ).
Nigel Wollgast is married and the proud father of a son.
As a construction and project manager at Caretta + Gitz AG, he spent several years overseeing demanding construction projects ranging from planning application to buyer support and handover, with a particular emphasis on effective communication between all parties involved.
Before embarking on his career in real estate, Nigel Wollgast was a professional ice hockey player on various teams, where he honed the passion, perseverance and discipline he brings to his construction projects today.
After his sporting career, he obtained a diploma in construction planning, specialising in architecture, from the Swiss School of Engineering and Management (IBZ).
Nigel Wollgast is married and the proud father of a son.
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